Serving 1,153 students in grades 9-12, Fort Lee 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 35% (which is higher than the New Jersey state average of 26%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 66% (which is higher than the New Jersey state average of 47%).
The student:teacher ratio of 14:1 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: 1,153 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 70%
- Graduation Rate: 97% (Top 5% in NJ)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30%
- Math Proficiency: 35% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 66% (Top 20%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NJ Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Fort Lee High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in New Jersey for:
Category
Attribute
Most improved public schools
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Graduation Rate
Diversity
School Overview
Fort Lee High School's student population of 1,153 students has grown by 13% over five school years.
The teacher population of 82 teachers has grown by 6% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
Total Students
1,153 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
82 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Fort Lee 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 Fort Lee High School is 0.69, 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
#457 out of 2183 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
35%
26%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
66%
47%
Student : Teacher Ratio
14:1
11:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
41%
10%
Hispanic
23%
32%
Black
5%
15%
White
30%
40%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
1%
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
97%
88%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
7%
30%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
1%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NJ Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Fort Lee High School's ranking?
Fort Lee High School is ranked #457 out of 2,183 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in New Jersey.
What schools are Fort Lee High School often compared to?
Fort Lee High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Leonia High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
35% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 26% NJ state average), while 66% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% NJ state average).
What is the graduation rate of Fort Lee High School?
The graduation rate of Fort Lee High School is 97%, which is higher than the New Jersey state average of 88%.
How many students attend Fort Lee High School?
1,153 students attend Fort Lee High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
41% of Fort Lee High School students are Asian, 30% of students are White, 23% of students are Hispanic, 5% of students are Black, and 1% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Fort Lee High School?
Fort Lee High School has a student ration of 14:1, which is higher than the New Jersey state average of 11:1.
What grades does Fort Lee High School offer ?
Fort Lee High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12
What school district is Fort Lee High School part of?
Fort Lee High School is part of Fort Lee School District.
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