Serving 1,292 students in grades 9-12, James J Ferris High School ranks in the bottom 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 8% (which is lower than the New Jersey state average of 26%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 36% (which is lower than the New Jersey state average of 47%).
The student:teacher ratio of 13:1 is higher than the New Jersey state level of 11:1.
Minority enrollment is 90% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the New Jersey state average of 60% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 1,292 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 13:1
- Minority Enrollment: 90%
- Graduation Rate: 82% (Btm 50% in NJ)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: 8% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 36% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NJ Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
James J Ferris High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in New Jersey for:
Category
Attribute
Most improved public schools
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
School Overview
James J Ferris High School's student population of 1,292 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 101 teachers has declined by 9% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
Total Students
1,292 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
101 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
James J Ferris High School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 2,183 schools in New Jersey (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of James J Ferris High School is 0.63, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.71. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#1747 out of 2183 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
8%
26%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
36%
47%
Student : Teacher Ratio
13:1
11:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
8%
10%
Hispanic
54%
32%
Black
27%
15%
White
10%
40%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
1%
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
82%
88%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
57%
30%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
3%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NJ Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is James J Ferris High School's ranking?
James J Ferris High School is ranked #1747 out of 2,183 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in New Jersey.
What schools are James J Ferris High School often compared to?
James J Ferris High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like William L Dickinson High School, Henry Snyder High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
8% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 26% NJ state average), while 36% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% NJ state average).
What is the graduation rate of James J Ferris High School?
The graduation rate of James J Ferris High School is 82%, which is lower than the New Jersey state average of 88%.
How many students attend James J Ferris High School?
1,292 students attend James J Ferris High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
54% of James J Ferris High School students are Hispanic, 27% of students are Black, 10% of students are White, 8% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of James J Ferris High School?
James J Ferris High School has a student ration of 13:1, which is higher than the New Jersey state average of 11:1.
What grades does James J Ferris High School offer ?
James J Ferris High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12
What school district is James J Ferris High School part of?
James J Ferris High School is part of Jersey City Public Schools School District.
In what neighborhood is James J Ferris High School located?
James J Ferris High School is located in the Downtown Jersey City neighborhood of Jersey City, NJ. There are 7 other public schools located in Downtown Jersey City.
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