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.
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

Student Demographics for James J Ferris High School
Demographic Student Count
White151
Hispanic753
Black289
Asian154
Two or More14
Pacific Islander2
  • Hispanic
    753 (55.2%)
  • Black
    289 (21.2%)
  • Asian
    154 (11.3%)
  • White
    151 (11.1%)
  • Two or More
    14 (1.0%)
  • Pacific Islander
    2 (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

Grades Taught and Student Counts for James J Ferris High School
Grade Student Count
Grade 9347
Grade 10326
Grade 11351
Grade 12340
Gender Ratio

Student Gender Ratio Data Table

Student Gender Ratio for James J Ferris High School
Gender Student Count Percentage
Female64647.4%
Male71752.6%
Not Specified10%
Nearby High Schools (Within 10 Miles)