Ridgewood Public School District

District Overview
Located at 49 Cottage Place in Ridgewood, New Jersey, the Ridgewood Public School District operates as an active, traditional public school system situated in a thriving suburban setting within the greater New York-Newark-Jersey City metropolitan region. Serving local families across 10 operational schools, the district provides a seamless educational continuum spanning pre-kindergarten through twelfth grade. With an overall enrollment of 5,480 students, the district maintains a vibrant learning community across its elementary, middle, and high school divisions, balancing strong academic programming with a well-rounded suburban school experience.

To support its student body, the district relies on a substantial professional workforce totaling over 1,910 full-time equivalent staff members. This robust staffing context includes approximately 896 classroom teachers, 242 instructional aides, and more than 776 support personnel, creating a low student-to-staff ratio and ensuring that learners receive well-rounded academic and administrative support. Committed to educational excellence and ongoing community engagement, the district invites prospective families, students, and researchers to explore its programs online at www.rpsnj.us or contact the main administration office at (201) 670-2700.
10
Total Schools
5,480
Total Students
895.8
Full-Time Teachers
6.1
Student/Teacher Ratio
Demographics

District Demographics Data Table

Student Demographics for Ridgewood Public School District
Demographic Student Count
White3,221
Hispanic608
Black66
Asian1,107
Two or More474
Pacific Islander1
  • White
    3,221 (58.8%)
  • Asian
    1,107 (20.2%)
  • Hispanic
    608 (11.1%)
  • Two or More
    474 (8.7%)
  • Black
    66 (1.2%)
  • Pacific Islander
    1 (0.0%)
School Levels

School Levels Data Table

School Levels in Ridgewood Public School District
School LevelSchool Count
Elementary6
Middle2
High1
Other1
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District Details
Status:Open
District type:Regular public school district that is not a component of a supervisory union
Charter:Not a charter district
Number of schools:10
Students:5,480*
Teachers (FTE):895.8*
Pupil/Teacher Ratio:6.1
Schools in Ridgewood Public School District
Found 10 Schools