School Overview
Ridgefield Park Junior-Senior High School, located at 1 Ozzie Nelson Drive in Ridgefield Park, New Jersey, serves as the primary secondary education institution for the local community, housing students in grades 7 through 12. As a combined junior and senior high school, it offers a continuous academic environment that allows for a cohesive educational experience as students transition from their middle school years into high school graduation. The school is deeply integrated into the small, tight-knit community of Ridgefield Park and emphasizes a supportive atmosphere where faculty and staff focus on both academic achievement and the personal development of their students.

The institution provides a comprehensive curriculum designed to prepare students for post-secondary success, whether that includes college, vocational training, or direct entry into the workforce. Beyond the standard core subjects, the school fosters a well-rounded student experience through a variety of extracurricular activities, including athletics, arts, and student organizations. By balancing rigorous coursework with opportunities for personal growth and community involvement, Ridgefield Park Jr-Sr High School aims to cultivate responsible, lifelong learners who are well-equipped to contribute to their community and the broader world.
1,174
Total Students
87.8
Full-Time Teachers
13.4
Student/Teacher Ratio
53.2%
Free/Reduced Lunch
Student Demographics

Student Demographics Data Table

Student Demographics for Ridgefield Park Jr Sr High School
Demographic Student Count
White237
Hispanic756
Black66
Asian104
Two or More3
Pacific Islander7
  • Hispanic
    756 (64.5 %)
  • White
    237 (20.2 %)
  • Asian
    104 (8.9 %)
  • Black
    66 (5.6 %)
  • Pacific Islander
    7 (0.6 %)
  • Two or More
    3 (0.3 %)
School Location
School Details
Status: Open
School Level: High School
School Type: Regular School
Charter Status:* Public Non-Charter
Virtual Instruction: No virtual instruction
Shared Time Status: No
District: Ridgefield Park Public School District
Phone: (201)440-1440
Website: http://rpps.net
Grade Range: 7th - 12th
Total Students: 1,174
Full-Time Teachers (FTE): 87.8
Pupil/Teacher Ratio: 13.4
NSLP Participation:1 Yes participating without using any Provision or the CEO
Qualified Free Lunch: 498
Qualified Reduced Lunch: 127
Grades Taught
Grade 7 125
Grade 8 152
Grade 9 206
Grade 10 214
Grade 11 209
Grade 12 218
Ungraded 50

Grades Taught Data Table

Grades Taught and Student Counts for Ridgefield Park Jr Sr High School
Grade Student Count
Grade 7125
Grade 8152
Grade 9206
Grade 10214
Grade 11209
Grade 12218
Ungraded50
Gender Ratio

Student Gender Ratio Data Table

Student Gender Ratio for Ridgefield Park Jr Sr High School
Gender Student Count Percentage
Female59050.3%
Male58349.7%
Not Specified10%
Nearby High Schools (Within 10 Miles)