Serving 867 students in grades 9-12, Leonia High School ranks in the top 30% 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 33% (which is higher than the New Jersey state average of 26%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 64% (which is higher than the New Jersey state average of 47%).
The student:teacher ratio of 13:1 is higher than the New Jersey state level of 11:1.
Minority enrollment is 70% of the student body (majority Asian), which is higher than the New Jersey state average of 60% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 867 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 13:1
- Minority Enrollment: 70%
- Graduation Rate: 90-94% (Top 50% in NJ)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30%
- Math Proficiency: 33% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 64% (Top 20%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NJ Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Leonia High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in New Jersey for:
Category
Attribute
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Diversity
School Overview
Leonia High School's student population of 867 students has grown by 17% over five school years.
The teacher population of 68 teachers has grown by 7% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
Total Students
867 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
68 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Leonia High School ranks within the top 30% of all 2,183 schools in New Jersey (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Leonia High School is 0.73, which is more than the diversity score at state average of 0.71. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#497 out of 2183 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
33%
26%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
64%
47%
Student : Teacher Ratio
13:1
11:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
36%
10%
Hispanic
24%
32%
Black
5%
15%
White
30%
40%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
5%
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
90-94%
88%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
13%
30%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
3%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: 2021-2022 (latest school year available) National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NJ Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Leonia High School's ranking?
Leonia High School is ranked #497 out of 2,183 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in New Jersey.
What schools are Leonia High School often compared to?
Leonia High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Leonia Middle School, Fort Lee High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
33% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 26% NJ state average), while 64% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% NJ state average).
What is the graduation rate of Leonia High School?
The graduation rate of Leonia High School is 90-94%, which is higher than the New Jersey state average of 88%.
How many students attend Leonia High School?
867 students attend Leonia High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
36% of Leonia High School students are Asian, 30% of students are White, 24% of students are Hispanic, 5% of students are Black, and 5% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Leonia High School?
Leonia High School has a student ration of 13:1, which is higher than the New Jersey state average of 11:1.
What grades does Leonia High School offer ?
Leonia High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12
What school district is Leonia High School part of?
Leonia High School is part of Leonia Public School District.
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