Serving 520 students in grades 7-12, Park Ridge High School ranks in the top 20% of all schools in New Jersey for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 30%, and reading proficiency is top 30%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 52% (which is higher than the New Jersey state average of 36%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 75% (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 28% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the New Jersey state average of 62% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: 7-12
- Enrollment: 520 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 9:1
- Minority Enrollment: 28%
- Graduation Rate: 90-94% (Top 30% in NJ)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20%
- Math Proficiency: 52% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 75% (Top 20%)
- Science Proficiency: 35-39% (Top 20%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NJ Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Park Ridge High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in New Jersey for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Science Proficiency
Student Attention
School Overview
Park Ridge High School's student population of 520 students has declined by 5% over five school years.
The teacher population of 59 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 7-12
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
520 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
59 teachers
Year Founded
1900
School Colors
White, Maroon
School Rankings
Park Ridge High School ranks within the top 20% of all 2,201 schools in New Jersey (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Park Ridge High School is 0.45, 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
#417 out of 2201 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
52%
36%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
75%
49%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
35-39%
23%
Student : Teacher Ratio
9:1
11:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
5%
10%
Hispanic
18%
34%
Black
2%
15%
White
72%
38%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
3%
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
90-94%
85%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
3%
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 Park Ridge High School's ranking?
Park Ridge High School is ranked #417 out of 2,201 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in New Jersey.
What schools are Park Ridge High School often compared to?
Park Ridge High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Westwood Regional High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
52% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 36% NJ state average), while 75% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 49% NJ state average).
What is the graduation rate of Park Ridge High School?
The graduation rate of Park Ridge High School is 90-94%, which is higher than the New Jersey state average of 85%.
How many students attend Park Ridge High School?
520 students attend Park Ridge High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
72% of Park Ridge High School students are White, 18% of students are Hispanic, 5% of students are Asian, 3% of students are Two or more races, and 2% of students are Black.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Park Ridge High School?
Park Ridge High School has a student ration of 9:1, which is lower than the New Jersey state average of 11:1.
What grades does Park Ridge High School offer ?
Park Ridge High School offers enrollment in grades 7-12 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Park Ridge High School part of?
Park Ridge High School is part of Park Ridge School District.
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