Serving 747 students in grades 7-12, Palisades Park Jr-sr High School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in New Jersey for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 20% (which is lower than the New Jersey state average of 38%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 39% (which is lower than the New Jersey state average of 49%).
The student-teacher ratio of 14:1 is higher than the New Jersey state level of 11:1.
Minority enrollment is 93% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the New Jersey state average of 63% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: 7-12
- Enrollment: 747 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 93%
- Graduation Rate: 75-79% (Btm 50% in NJ)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: 20% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 39% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 15% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Palisades Park Jr-Sr High School's attendance zone encompasses the entire school district of Palisades Park, NJ, covering approximately 1.3 square miles. Families can typically reach the school within 5 to 10 minutes, with the furthest edge of the zone located about 1.4 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NJ Dept. of Education
School Overview
Palisades Park Jr-sr High School's student population of 747 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 54 teachers has grown by 5% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 7-12
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
747 students
Showing 2015–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
54 teachers
Showing 2011–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
School Calendar
School Rankings
Palisades Park Jr-sr High School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 2,184 schools in New Jersey (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Palisades Park Jr-sr High School is 0.50, 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
#1634 out of 2184 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
20%
38%
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
39%
49%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
15%
23%
Student-Teacher Ratio
14:1
11:1
Showing 2010–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Asian
23%
11%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
67%
35%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Black
2%
14%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 37-year historical data available below ↓
White
7%
37%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
1%
3%
Showing 2013–2025. Full 15-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2015–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Graduation Rate
75-79%
90.5%
Showing 2014–2023. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)10.8%
16.7%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
63%
38%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 36-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
11%
5%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 26-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Sports
Colors
White, Blue
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NJ Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Palisades Park Jr-sr High School's ranking?
Palisades Park Jr-sr High School is ranked #1634 out of 2,184 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in New Jersey.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
20% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 38% NJ state average), while 39% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 49% NJ state average).
What is the graduation rate of Palisades Park Jr-sr High School?
The graduation rate of Palisades Park Jr-sr High School is 75-79%, which is lower than the New Jersey state average of 90.5%.
How many students attend Palisades Park Jr-sr High School?
747 students attend Palisades Park Jr-sr High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
67% of Palisades Park Jr-sr High School students are Hispanic, 23% of students are Asian, 7% of students are White, 2% of students are Black, and 1% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Palisades Park Jr-sr High School?
Palisades Park Jr-sr High School has a student ration of 14:1, which is higher than the New Jersey state average of 11:1.
What grades does Palisades Park Jr-sr High School offer ?
Palisades Park Jr-sr High School offers enrollment in grades 7-12 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Palisades Park Jr-sr High School part of?
Palisades Park Jr-sr High School is part of Palisades Park School District.
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