Serving 745 students in grades 7-12, Palisades Park Jr-sr 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 22% (which is lower than the New Jersey state average of 36%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 39% (which is lower 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 90% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the New Jersey state average of 61% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024-25)
- Grades: 7-12
- Enrollment: 745 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 90%
- Graduation Rate: 65-69% (Btm 50% in NJ)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: 22% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 39% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 15% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NJ Dept. of Education
School Overview
Palisades Park Jr-sr High School's student population of 745 students has grown by 35% over five school years.
The teacher population of 53 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 7-12
Total Students
745 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
53 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Palisades Park Jr-sr High School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 2,201 schools in New Jersey (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Palisades Park Jr-sr High School is 0.55, 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
#1544 out of 2201 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
22%
36%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
39%
49%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
15%
23%
Student : Teacher Ratio
14:1
11:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
27%
10%
Hispanic
61%
33%
Black
1%
15%
White
10%
39%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
1%
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
65-69%
85%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
34%
31%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
10%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NJ Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Palisades Park Jr-sr High School's ranking?
Palisades Park Jr-sr High School is ranked #1544 out of 2,201 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in New Jersey.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
22% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 36% NJ state average), while 39% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 49% NJ state average).
What is the graduation rate of Palisades Park Jr-sr High School?
The graduation rate of Palisades Park Jr-sr High School is 65-69%, which is lower than the New Jersey state average of 85%.
How many students attend Palisades Park Jr-sr High School?
745 students attend Palisades Park Jr-sr High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
61% of Palisades Park Jr-sr High School students are Hispanic, 27% of students are Asian, 10% of students are White, 1% of students are Black, and 1% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Palisades Park Jr-sr High School?
Palisades Park Jr-sr High School has a student ration of 14:1, which is higher than the New Jersey state average of 11:1.
What grades does Palisades Park Jr-sr High School offer ?
Palisades Park Jr-sr High School offers enrollment in grades 7-12
What school district is Palisades Park Jr-sr High School part of?
Palisades Park Jr-sr High School is part of Palisades Park School District.
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