Serving 345 students in grades 6-8, Martin J. Ryerson School ranks in the top 50% of all schools in New Jersey for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 42% (which is higher than the New Jersey state average of 38%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 51% (which is higher than the New Jersey state average of 49%).
The student-teacher ratio of 12:1 is higher than the New Jersey state level of 11:1.
Minority enrollment is 24% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the New Jersey state average of 63% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 345 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 12:1
- Minority Enrollment: 24%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in NJ
- Math Proficiency: 42% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 51% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 15-19% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Martin J. Ryerson School's attendance zone encompasses the entire school district of Ringwood, NJ, covering approximately 28.5 square miles. Families typically have a 10-12 minute drive to the school, with an average distance of 3.8 miles to the zone's edge and a maximum distance of 6.1 miles.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NJ Dept. of Education
School Overview
Martin J. Ryerson School's student population of 345 students has declined by 11% over five school years.
The teacher population of 29 teachers has declined by 23% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
345 students
Total Classroom Teachers
29 teachers
School Calendar
School Rankings
Martin J. Ryerson School ranks within the top 50% of all 2,184 schools in New Jersey (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Martin J. Ryerson School is 0.40, 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
#1022 out of 2184 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
42%
38%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
51%
49%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
15-19%
23%
Student-Teacher Ratio
12:1
11:1
American Indian
1%
n/a
Asian
1%
11%
Hispanic
16%
35%
Black
1%
14%
White
76%
37%
Hawaiian
1%
n/a
Two or more races
4%
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)11.6%
16.7%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
10%
38%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
1%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NJ Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Martin J. Ryerson School's ranking?
Martin J. Ryerson School is ranked #1022 out of 2,184 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?
42% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 38% NJ state average), while 51% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 49% NJ state average).
How many students attend Martin J. Ryerson School?
345 students attend Martin J. Ryerson School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
76% of Martin J. Ryerson School students are White, 16% of students are Hispanic, 4% of students are Two or more races, 1% of students are American Indian, 1% of students are Asian, 1% of students are Black, and 1% of students are Hawaiian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Martin J. Ryerson School?
Martin J. Ryerson School has a student ration of 12:1, which is higher than the New Jersey state average of 11:1.
What grades does Martin J. Ryerson School offer ?
Martin J. Ryerson School offers enrollment in grades 6-8 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Martin J. Ryerson School part of?
Martin J. Ryerson School is part of Ringwood School District.
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