Serving 1,687 students in grades 9-12, Fair Lawn High School ranks in the top 30% 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 53% (which is higher than the New Jersey state average of 38%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 71% (which is higher than the New Jersey state average of 49%).
The student-teacher ratio of 13:1 is higher than the New Jersey state level of 11:1.
Minority enrollment is 43% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the New Jersey state average of 63% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 1,687 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 13:1
- Minority Enrollment: 43%
- Graduation Rate: 98% (Top 5% in NJ)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30%
- Math Proficiency: 53% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 71% (Top 20%)
- Science Proficiency: 42% (Top 20%)
- Attendance Zone: Fair Lawn High School's attendance zone encompasses the entire school district, covering approximately 5.2 square miles within Fair Lawn, NJ. Most students live within a typical 5-10 minute drive from the school, with the furthest edge of the zone located about 2 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NJ Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Fair Lawn High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in New Jersey for:
Category
Attribute
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Science Proficiency
Graduation Rate
School Overview
Fair Lawn High School's student population of 1,687 students has grown by 8% over five school years.
The teacher population of 125 teachers has grown by 6% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
1,687 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
125 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Year Founded
1943
School Rankings
Fair Lawn High School ranks within the top 30% of all 2,184 schools in New Jersey (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Fair Lawn High School is 0.61, 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
#511 out of 2184 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
53%
38%
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
71%
49%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
42%
23%
Student-Teacher Ratio
13:1
11:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Asian
15%
11%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
22%
35%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Black
3%
14%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 36-year historical data available below ↓
White
57%
37%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
3%
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Graduation Rate
98%
90.5%
Showing 2014–2023. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)7.5%
16.7%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
10%
38%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 34-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
11%
5%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 25-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Sports
Colors
Grey, Crimson
School Mascot
Captain Cutter
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NJ Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Fair Lawn High School's ranking?
Fair Lawn High School is ranked #511 out of 2,184 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in New Jersey.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
53% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 38% NJ state average), while 71% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 49% NJ state average).
What is the graduation rate of Fair Lawn High School?
The graduation rate of Fair Lawn High School is 98%, which is higher than the New Jersey state average of 90.5%.
How many students attend Fair Lawn High School?
1,687 students attend Fair Lawn High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
57% of Fair Lawn High School students are White, 22% of students are Hispanic, 15% of students are Asian, 3% of students are Black, and 3% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Fair Lawn High School?
Fair Lawn High School has a student ration of 13:1, which is higher than the New Jersey state average of 11:1.
What grades does Fair Lawn High School offer ?
Fair Lawn High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Fair Lawn High School part of?
Fair Lawn High School is part of Fair Lawn Public School District.
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