Serving 489 students in grades 9-12, Ridgefield Memorial High School ranks in the top 50% 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 35-39% (which is higher than the New Jersey state average of 26%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 50-54% (which is higher than the New Jersey state average of 47%).
The student:teacher ratio of 11:1 is equal to the New Jersey state level of 11:1.
Minority enrollment is 70% 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: 489 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 11:1
- Minority Enrollment: 70%
- Graduation Rate: 90-94% (Top 50% in NJ)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50%
- Math Proficiency: 35-39% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 50-54% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NJ Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Ridgefield Memorial High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in New Jersey for:
Category
Attribute
Most improved public schools
School Overview
Ridgefield Memorial High School's student population of 489 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 45 teachers has declined by 10% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
Total Students
489 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
45 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Ridgefield Memorial 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 Ridgefield Memorial High School is 0.65, 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
#677 out of 2183 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
35-39%
26%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
50-54%
47%
Student : Teacher Ratio
11:1
11:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
21%
10%
Hispanic
47%
32%
Black
2%
15%
White
30%
40%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
n/a
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
90-94%
88%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
18%
30%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
3%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NJ Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Ridgefield Memorial High School's ranking?
Ridgefield Memorial High School is ranked #677 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?
35-39% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 26% NJ state average), while 50-54% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% NJ state average).
What is the graduation rate of Ridgefield Memorial High School?
The graduation rate of Ridgefield Memorial High School is 90-94%, which is higher than the New Jersey state average of 88%.
How many students attend Ridgefield Memorial High School?
489 students attend Ridgefield Memorial High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
47% of Ridgefield Memorial High School students are Hispanic, 30% of students are White, 21% of students are Asian, and 2% of students are Black.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Ridgefield Memorial High School?
Ridgefield Memorial High School has a student ration of 11:1, which is equal to the New Jersey state average of 11:1.
What grades does Ridgefield Memorial High School offer ?
Ridgefield Memorial High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12
What school district is Ridgefield Memorial High School part of?
Ridgefield Memorial High School is part of Ridgefield School District.
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