For the 2025 school year, there are 3 public schools serving 1,174 students in Park Ridge, NJ (there are 2 private schools, serving 391 private students). 75% of all K-12 students in Park Ridge, NJ are educated in public schools (compared to the NJ state average of 86%).
The top ranked public schools in Park Ridge, NJ are West Ridge Elementary School, East Brook Elementary School and Park Ridge High School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Park Ridge, NJ public schools have an average math proficiency score of 63% (versus the New Jersey public school average of 36%), and reading proficiency score of 75% (versus the 49% statewide average). Schools in Park Ridge have an average ranking of 9/10, which is in the top 20% of New Jersey public schools.
Minority enrollment is 30% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the New Jersey public school average of 62% (majority Hispanic).
Best Public Schools in Park Ridge, NJ (2025)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
West Ridge Elementary School
(Math: 70-74% | Reading: 75-79%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 10%10
18 South First Street
Park Ridge, NJ 07656
(201) 573-6000
Park Ridge, NJ 07656
(201) 573-6000
Grades: PK-6
| 339 students
Rank: #22.
East Brook Elementary School
(Math: 70-74% | Reading: 70-74%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 10%10
167 Sibbald Dr
Park Ridge, NJ 07656
(201) 573-6000
Park Ridge, NJ 07656
(201) 573-6000
Grades: K-6
| 315 students
Rank: #33.
Park Ridge High School
(Math: 52% | Reading: 75%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
2 Park Ave
Park Ridge, NJ 07656
(201) 573-6000
Park Ridge, NJ 07656
(201) 573-6000
Grades: 7-12
| 520 students
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public schools in Park Ridge, NJ?
The top ranked public schools in Park Ridge, NJ include West Ridge Elementary School, East Brook Elementary School and Park Ridge High School.
How many public schools are located in Park Ridge?
3 public schools are located in Park Ridge.
What percentage of students in Park Ridge go to public school?
75% of all K-12 students in Park Ridge are educated in public schools (compared to the NJ state average of 86%).
What is the racial composition of students in Park Ridge?
Park Ridge public schools minority enrollment is 30% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the New Jersey public schools average of 62% (majority Hispanic).
Which public schools in Park Ridge are often viewed compared to one another?
Popular comparisons of public schools in Park Ridge include: East Brook Elementary School vs. West Ridge Elementary School, West Ridge Elementary School vs. East Brook Elementary School
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