Serving 1,220 students in grades 9-12, Bergenfield High School ranks in the top 50% of all schools in New Jersey for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%) .
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 18% (which is lower than the New Jersey state average of 26%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 59% (which is higher than the New Jersey state average of 47%).
The student:teacher ratio of 12:1 is higher than the New Jersey state level of 11:1.
Minority enrollment is 90% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the New Jersey state average of 60% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 1,220 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 12:1
- Minority Enrollment: 90%
- Graduation Rate: 93% (Top 50% in NJ)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50%
- Math Proficiency: 18% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 59% (Top 30%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NJ Dept. of Education
School Overview
Bergenfield High School's student population of 1,220 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 105 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
Total Students
1,220 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
105 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Bergenfield High School ranks within the top 50% of all 2,183 schools in New Jersey (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Bergenfield High School is 0.61, which is less 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
#931 out of 2183 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
18%
26%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
59%
47%
Student : Teacher Ratio
12:1
11:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
24%
10%
Hispanic
57%
32%
Black
7%
15%
White
10%
40%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
2%
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
93%
88%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
21%
30%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
8%
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 Bergenfield High School's ranking?
Bergenfield High School is ranked #931 out of 2,183 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?
18% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 26% NJ state average), while 59% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% NJ state average).
What is the graduation rate of Bergenfield High School?
The graduation rate of Bergenfield High School is 93%, which is higher than the New Jersey state average of 88%.
How many students attend Bergenfield High School?
1,220 students attend Bergenfield High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
57% of Bergenfield High School students are Hispanic, 24% of students are Asian, 10% of students are White, 7% of students are Black, and 2% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Bergenfield High School?
Bergenfield High School has a student ration of 12:1, which is higher than the New Jersey state average of 11:1.
What grades does Bergenfield High School offer ?
Bergenfield High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12
What school district is Bergenfield High School part of?
Bergenfield High School is part of Bergenfield Borough School District.
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