Serving 1,160 students in grades 9-12, Fort Lee High School ranks in the top 50% of all schools in New Jersey for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 31% (which is lower than the New Jersey state average of 36%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 71% (which is higher than the New Jersey state average of 49%).
The student:teacher ratio of 14:1 is higher than the New Jersey state level of 11:1.
Minority enrollment is 72% of the student body (majority Asian), which is higher than the New Jersey state average of 61% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Quick Stats (2024-25)
- School Type: Magnet School
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 1,160 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 72%
- Graduation Rate: 88% (Top 50% in NJ)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50%
- Math Proficiency: 31% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 71% (Top 20%)
- Science Proficiency: 42% (Top 20%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NJ Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Fort Lee High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in New Jersey for:
Category
Attribute
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Science Proficiency
Diversity
School Overview
Fort Lee High School's student population of 1,160 students has grown by 14% over five school years.
The teacher population of 83 teachers has grown by 7% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
Total Students
1,160 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
83 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Fort Lee High School ranks within the top 50% of all 2,201 schools in New Jersey (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Fort Lee High School is 0.70, 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
#831 out of 2201 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
31%
36%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
71%
49%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
42%
23%
Student : Teacher Ratio
14:1
11:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
41%
10%
Hispanic
24%
33%
Black
5%
15%
White
28%
39%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
2%
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
88%
85%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
9%
31%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
4%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NJ Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Fort Lee High School's ranking?
Fort Lee High School is ranked #831 out of 2,201 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in New Jersey.
What schools are Fort Lee High School often compared to?
Fort Lee High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Leonia High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
31% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 36% NJ state average), while 71% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 49% NJ state average).
What is the graduation rate of Fort Lee High School?
The graduation rate of Fort Lee High School is 88%, which is higher than the New Jersey state average of 85%.
How many students attend Fort Lee High School?
1,160 students attend Fort Lee High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
41% of Fort Lee High School students are Asian, 28% of students are White, 24% of students are Hispanic, 5% of students are Black, and 2% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Fort Lee High School?
Fort Lee High School has a student ration of 14:1, which is higher than the New Jersey state average of 11:1.
What grades does Fort Lee High School offer ?
Fort Lee High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12
What school district is Fort Lee High School part of?
Fort Lee High School is part of Fort Lee School District.
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