Serving 370 students in grades 6-8, Martin J. Ryerson School ranks in the top 50% of all schools in New Jersey for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 41% (which is higher than the New Jersey state average of 36%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 51% (which is higher than the New Jersey state average of 49%).
The student:teacher ratio of 9:1 is lower than the New Jersey state level of 11:1.
Minority enrollment is 19% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the New Jersey state average of 62% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 370 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 9:1
- Minority Enrollment: 19%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in NJ
- Math Proficiency: 41% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 51% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 15-19% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NJ Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Martin J. Ryerson School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in New Jersey for:
Category
Attribute
Student Attention
School Overview
Martin J. Ryerson School's student population of 370 students has declined by 10% over five school years.
The teacher population of 39 teachers has grown by 5% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
370 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
39 teachers
School Rankings
Martin J. Ryerson School ranks within the top 50% of all 2,201 schools in New Jersey (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Martin J. Ryerson School is 0.33, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.72. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#1022 out of 2201 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
41%
36%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
51%
49%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
15-19%
23%
Student : Teacher Ratio
9:1
11:1
American Indian
1%
n/a
Asian
1%
10%
Hispanic
13%
34%
Black
2%
15%
White
81%
38%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
2%
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
6%
32%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
2%
6%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NJ Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Martin J. Ryerson School's ranking?
Martin J. Ryerson School is ranked #1022 out of 2,201 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in New Jersey.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
41% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 36% NJ state average), while 51% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 49% NJ state average).
How many students attend Martin J. Ryerson School?
370 students attend Martin J. Ryerson School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
81% of Martin J. Ryerson School students are White, 13% of students are Hispanic, 2% of students are Black, 2% of students are Two or more races, 1% of students are American Indian, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Martin J. Ryerson School?
Martin J. Ryerson School has a student ration of 9:1, which is lower than the New Jersey state average of 11:1.
What grades does Martin J. Ryerson School offer ?
Martin J. Ryerson School offers enrollment in grades 6-8 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Martin J. Ryerson School part of?
Martin J. Ryerson School is part of Ringwood School District.
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