Serving 729 students in grades 7-12, Palisades Park Jr-sr High School ranks in the bottom 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 16% (which is lower than the New Jersey state average of 26%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 40% (which is lower than the New Jersey state average of 47%).
Minority enrollment is 91% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the New Jersey state average of 60% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: 7-12
- Enrollment: 729 students
- Minority Enrollment: 91%
- Graduation Rate: 85-89% (Btm 50% in NJ)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: 16% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 40% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NJ Dept. of Education
School Overview
Palisades Park Jr-sr High School's student population of 729 students has grown by 37% over five school years.
The teacher population of 3 teachers has declined by 94% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 7-12
Total Students
729 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
3 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Palisades Park Jr-sr High School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 2,183 schools in New Jersey (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Palisades Park Jr-sr High School is 0.57, 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
#1502 out of 2183 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
16%
26%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
40%
47%
Student : Teacher Ratio
n/a
11:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
32%
10%
Hispanic
57%
32%
Black
1%
15%
White
9%
40%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
1%
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
85-89%
88%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
19%
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 Palisades Park Jr-sr High School's ranking?
Palisades Park Jr-sr High School is ranked #1502 out of 2,183 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in New Jersey.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
16% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 26% NJ state average), while 40% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% NJ state average).
What is the graduation rate of Palisades Park Jr-sr High School?
The graduation rate of Palisades Park Jr-sr High School is 85-89%, which is lower than the New Jersey state average of 88%.
How many students attend Palisades Park Jr-sr High School?
729 students attend Palisades Park Jr-sr High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
57% of Palisades Park Jr-sr High School students are Hispanic, 32% of students are Asian, 9% of students are White, 1% of students are Black, and 1% of students are Two or more races.
What grades does Palisades Park Jr-sr High School offer ?
Palisades Park Jr-sr High School offers enrollment in grades 7-12
What school district is Palisades Park Jr-sr High School part of?
Palisades Park Jr-sr High School is part of Palisades Park School District.
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