Serving 822 students in grades 7-12, Glen Ridge High School ranks in the top 20% of all schools in New Jersey for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 20%, and reading proficiency is top 20%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 63% (which is higher than the New Jersey state average of 36%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 75% (which is higher than the New Jersey state average of 49%).
The student:teacher ratio of 11:1 is equal to the New Jersey state level of 11:1.
Minority enrollment is 25% of the student body (majority Asian and Hispanic), which is lower than the New Jersey state average of 61% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024-25)
- School Type: Magnet School
- Grades: 7-12
- Enrollment: 822 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 11:1
- Minority Enrollment: 25%
- Graduation Rate: ≥95% (Top 10% in NJ)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20%
- Math Proficiency: 63% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 75% (Top 20%)
- Science Proficiency: 54% (Top 10%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NJ Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Glen Ridge High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in New Jersey for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Science Proficiency
Graduation Rate
School Overview
Glen Ridge High School's student population of 822 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 73 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 7-12
Total Students
822 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
73 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Glen Ridge High School ranks within the top 20% of all 2,201 schools in New Jersey (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Glen Ridge High School is 0.43, 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
#255 out of 2201 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
63%
36%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
75%
49%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
54%
23%
Student : Teacher Ratio
11:1
11:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
8%
10%
Hispanic
7%
33%
Black
4%
15%
White
75%
39%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
6%
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
≥95%
85%
Eligible for Free Lunch (95-96)
1%
24%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NJ Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Glen Ridge High School's ranking?
Glen Ridge High School is ranked #255 out of 2,201 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in New Jersey.
What schools are Glen Ridge High School often compared to?
Glen Ridge High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Montclair High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
63% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 36% NJ state average), while 75% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 49% NJ state average).
What is the graduation rate of Glen Ridge High School?
The graduation rate of Glen Ridge High School is 95%, which is higher than the New Jersey state average of 85%.
How many students attend Glen Ridge High School?
822 students attend Glen Ridge High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
75% of Glen Ridge High School students are White, 8% of students are Asian, 7% of students are Hispanic, 6% of students are Two or more races, and 4% of students are Black.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Glen Ridge High School?
Glen Ridge High School has a student ration of 11:1, which is equal to the New Jersey state average of 11:1.
What grades does Glen Ridge High School offer ?
Glen Ridge High School offers enrollment in grades 7-12
What school district is Glen Ridge High School part of?
Glen Ridge High School is part of Glen Ridge Public School District.
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