Serving 404 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 26% (which is equal to the New Jersey state average of 26%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 53% (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 18% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the New Jersey state average of 60% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 404 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 11:1
- Minority Enrollment: 18%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in NJ
- Math Proficiency: 26% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 53% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NJ Dept. of Education
School Overview
Martin J. Ryerson School's student population of 404 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 37 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
Total Students
404 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
37 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Martin J. Ryerson 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 Martin J. Ryerson School is 0.32, 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
#886 out of 2183 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
26%
26%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
53%
47%
Student : Teacher Ratio
11:1
11:1
American Indian
2%
n/a
Asian
1%
10%
Hispanic
11%
32%
Black
1%
15%
White
82%
40%
Hawaiian
1%
n/a
Two or more races
2%
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
8%
30%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (20-21)
2%
4%
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 #886 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?
26% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 26% NJ state average), while 53% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% NJ state average).
How many students attend Martin J. Ryerson School?
404 students attend Martin J. Ryerson School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
82% of Martin J. Ryerson School students are White, 11% of students are Hispanic, 2% of students are American Indian, 2% of students are Two or more races, 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 11:1, which is equal to 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
What school district is Martin J. Ryerson School part of?
Martin J. Ryerson School is part of Ringwood School District.
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