Serving 256 students in grades 4-6, Wood-ridge Intermediate School ranks in the top 50% 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 54% (which is higher than the New Jersey state average of 38%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 54% (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 51% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the New Jersey state average of 63% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026-27)
- Grades: 4-6
- Enrollment: 256 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 12:1
- Minority Enrollment: 51%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in NJ
- Math Proficiency: 54% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 54% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 35-39% (Top 20%)
- Attendance Zone: Wood-Ridge Intermediate School's attendance zone covers the entire school district of Wood Ridge, NJ, encompassing approximately 1.1 square miles. The typical drive to the school from within the zone ranges from 5 to 10 minutes, with an average distance of 0.7 miles to the zone's edge and a maximum of 1.4 miles to its furthest point.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NJ Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Wood-ridge Intermediate School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in New Jersey for:
Category
Attribute
Science Proficiency
School Overview
Wood-ridge Intermediate School's student population of 256 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 22 teachers has grown by 10% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 4-6
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
256 students
Total Classroom Teachers
22 teachers
School Calendar
School Rankings
Wood-ridge Intermediate 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 Wood-ridge Intermediate School is 0.64, 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
#771 out of 2184 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
54%
38%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
54%
49%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
35-39%
23%
Student-Teacher Ratio
12:1
11:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
10%
11%
Hispanic
34%
35%
Black
5%
14%
White
49%
37%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
2%
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)3.5%
16.7%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
18%
38%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
2%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NJ Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Wood-ridge Intermediate School's ranking?
Wood-ridge Intermediate School is ranked #771 out of 2,184 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in New Jersey.
What schools are Wood-ridge Intermediate School often compared to?
Wood-ridge Intermediate Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Catherine E. Doyle Elementary School, Wood-ridge Jr/sr High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
54% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 38% NJ state average), while 54% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 49% NJ state average).
How many students attend Wood-ridge Intermediate School?
256 students attend Wood-ridge Intermediate School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
49% of Wood-ridge Intermediate School students are White, 34% of students are Hispanic, 10% of students are Asian, 5% of students are Black, and 2% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Wood-ridge Intermediate School?
Wood-ridge Intermediate School has a student ration of 12:1, which is higher than the New Jersey state average of 11:1.
What grades does Wood-ridge Intermediate School offer ?
Wood-ridge Intermediate School offers enrollment in grades 4-6 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Wood-ridge Intermediate School part of?
Wood-ridge Intermediate School is part of Wood-Ridge School District.
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