School Overview
Ridgefield Park Junior-Senior High School, located at 1 Ozzie Nelson Drive in Ridgefield Park, New Jersey, serves as the primary secondary education institution for the local community, housing students in grades 7 through 12. As a combined junior and senior high school, it offers a continuous academic environment that allows for a cohesive educational experience as students transition from their middle school years into high school graduation. The school is deeply integrated into the small, tight-knit community of Ridgefield Park and emphasizes a supportive atmosphere where faculty and staff focus on both academic achievement and the personal development of their students.

The institution provides a comprehensive curriculum designed to prepare students for post-secondary success, whether that includes college, vocational training, or direct entry into the workforce. Beyond the standard core subjects, the school fosters a well-rounded student experience through a variety of extracurricular activities, including athletics, arts, and student organizations. By balancing rigorous coursework with opportunities for personal growth and community involvement, Ridgefield Park Jr-Sr High School aims to cultivate responsible, lifelong learners who are well-equipped to contribute to their community and the broader world.
1,159
Total Students
94.6
Full-Time Teachers
12.3
Student/Teacher Ratio
53.9%
Free/Reduced Lunch
Student Demographics

Student Demographics Data Table

Student Demographics for Ridgefield Park Jr Sr High School
Demographic Student Count
White209
Hispanic771
Black62
Asian101
Two or More7
American Indian2
Pacific Islander7
  • Hispanic
    771 (66.5%)
  • White
    209 (18.0%)
  • Asian
    101 (8.7%)
  • Black
    62 (5.3%)
  • Two or More
    7 (0.6%)
  • Pacific Islander
    7 (0.6%)
  • American Indian
    2 (0.2%)
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: Ridgefield Park Public School District
Phone: (201)440-1440
Website: http://rpps.net
Grade Range: 7th - 12th
Total Students: 1,159
Full-Time Teachers (FTE): 94.6
Pupil/Teacher Ratio: 12.3
NSLP Participation:1 Yes participating without using any Provision or the CEO
Qualified Free Lunch: 498
Qualified Reduced Lunch: 127
Grades Taught
Grade 7 147
Grade 8 126
Grade 9 202
Grade 10 221
Grade 11 226
Grade 12 237

Grades Taught Data Table

Grades Taught and Student Counts for Ridgefield Park Jr Sr High School
Grade Student Count
Grade 7147
Grade 8126
Grade 9202
Grade 10221
Grade 11226
Grade 12237
Gender Ratio

Student Gender Ratio Data Table

Student Gender Ratio for Ridgefield Park Jr Sr High School
Gender Student Count Percentage
Female56448.7%
Male59551.3%
Nearby High Schools (Within 10 Miles)