Serving 729 students in grades 9-12, Glen Rock High School ranks in the top 50% of all schools in New Jersey for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 45-49% (which is higher than the New Jersey state average of 36%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 60-64% (which is higher than the New Jersey state average of 49%).
The student:teacher ratio of 10:1 is lower than the New Jersey state level of 11:1.
Minority enrollment is 26% of the student body (majority Asian), which is lower than the New Jersey state average of 61% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024-25)
- School Type: Magnet School
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 729 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 10:1
- Minority Enrollment: 26%
- Graduation Rate: 85-89% (Btm 50% in NJ)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50%
- Math Proficiency: 45-49% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 60-64% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: 55-59% (Top 5%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NJ Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Glen Rock High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in New Jersey for:
Category
Attribute
Science Proficiency
Student Attention
School Overview
Glen Rock High School's student population of 729 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 71 teachers has declined by 8% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
Total Students
729 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
71 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Glen Rock 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 Glen Rock 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
#668 out of 2201 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
45-49%
36%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
60-64%
49%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
55-59%
23%
Student : Teacher Ratio
10:1
11:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
15%
10%
Hispanic
6%
33%
Black
1%
15%
White
74%
39%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
4%
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
85-89%
85%
Eligible for Free Lunch (20-21)
1%
32%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (19-20)
1%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NJ Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Glen Rock High School's ranking?
Glen Rock High School is ranked #668 out of 2,201 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in New Jersey.
What schools are Glen Rock High School often compared to?
Glen Rock High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Ridgewood High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
45-49% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 36% NJ state average), while 60-64% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 49% NJ state average).
What is the graduation rate of Glen Rock High School?
The graduation rate of Glen Rock High School is 85-89%, which is higher than the New Jersey state average of 85%.
How many students attend Glen Rock High School?
729 students attend Glen Rock High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
74% of Glen Rock High School students are White, 15% of students are Asian, 6% of students are Hispanic, 4% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Glen Rock High School?
Glen Rock High School has a student ration of 10:1, which is lower than the New Jersey state average of 11:1.
What grades does Glen Rock High School offer ?
Glen Rock High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12
What school district is Glen Rock High School part of?
Glen Rock High School is part of Glen Rock Public School District.
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