James J Ferris High School
1,364 Students
High School 9th - 12th
School Overview
James J. Ferris High School, located on Colgate Street in Jersey City, New Jersey, is a historic public secondary school serving a diverse student population. As part of the Jersey City Public Schools district, the institution is known for its commitment to academic development and community engagement within an urban setting. The school offers a comprehensive curriculum designed to prepare students for post-secondary education and career readiness, often emphasizing the importance of school spirit and local identity as one of the city’s established educational anchors.
Beyond traditional classroom instruction, Ferris High School provides various extracurricular activities, athletics, and support services intended to foster student growth and well-being. The school’s location near downtown Jersey City places it in a vibrant, evolving neighborhood, which influences its culture and the opportunities available to its student body. By focusing on academic performance, technological integration, and civic responsibility, Ferris High School strives to provide an inclusive environment that addresses the unique needs of its students while preparing them to be successful citizens in an increasingly globalized society.
Beyond traditional classroom instruction, Ferris High School provides various extracurricular activities, athletics, and support services intended to foster student growth and well-being. The school’s location near downtown Jersey City places it in a vibrant, evolving neighborhood, which influences its culture and the opportunities available to its student body. By focusing on academic performance, technological integration, and civic responsibility, Ferris High School strives to provide an inclusive environment that addresses the unique needs of its students while preparing them to be successful citizens in an increasingly globalized society.
1,364
Total Students
99.5
Full-Time Teachers
13.7
Student/Teacher Ratio
72.1%
Free/Reduced Lunch
Student Demographics
Student Demographics Data Table
| Demographic | Student Count |
|---|---|
| White | 151 |
| Hispanic | 753 |
| Black | 289 |
| Asian | 154 |
| Two or More | 14 |
| Pacific Islander | 2 |
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Hispanic753 (55.2%)
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Black289 (21.2%)
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Asian154 (11.3%)
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White151 (11.1%)
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Two or More14 (1.0%)
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Pacific Islander2 (0.1%)
School Location
School Details
| Status: | Open |
|---|---|
| School Level: | High School |
| School Type: | Regular School |
| Charter Status:* | Public Non-Charter |
| Virtual Instruction: | No virtual instruction |
| Shared Time Status: | No |
| District: | Jersey City Public Schools |
| Phone: | (201)915-6660 |
| Website: | http://jfhs.jcboe.org |
| Grade Range: | 9th - 12th |
| Total Students: | 1,364 |
| Full-Time Teachers (FTE): | 99.5 |
| Pupil/Teacher Ratio: | 13.7 |
| NSLP Participation:1 | Yes participating without using any Provision or the CEO |
| Qualified Free Lunch: | 936 |
| Qualified Reduced Lunch: | 48 |
Grades Taught
Grade 9
347
Grade 10
326
Grade 11
351
Grade 12
340
Grades Taught Data Table
| Grade | Student Count |
|---|---|
| Grade 9 | 347 |
| Grade 10 | 326 |
| Grade 11 | 351 |
| Grade 12 | 340 |
Gender Ratio
Student Gender Ratio Data Table
| Gender | Student Count | Percentage |
|---|---|---|
| Female | 646 | 47.4% |
| Male | 717 | 52.6% |
| Not Specified | 1 | 0% |
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