Leonia High School is a four-year comprehensive public high school serving students in ninth through twelfth grade from the Borough of Leonia in Bergen County, in the U.S. state of New Jersey, operating as part of the Leonia Public Schools.
Serving 814 students in grades 9-12, Leonia 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 39% (which is higher than the New Jersey state average of 38%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 59% (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 76% of the student body (majority Asian), which is higher than the New Jersey state average of 62% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 814 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 11:1
- Minority Enrollment: 76%
- Graduation Rate: 95% (Top 50% in NJ)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50%
- Math Proficiency: 39% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 59% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 50% (Top 10%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NJ Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Leonia High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in New Jersey for:
Category
Attribute
Science Proficiency
Diversity
School Overview
Leonia High School's student population of 814 students has grown by 10% over five school years.
The teacher population of 71 teachers has grown by 12% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
814 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
71 teachers
Year Founded
1912
Colors
Grey, Maroon
School Calendar
School Motto
Citizenship. Excellence.
School Rankings
Leonia High School ranks within the top 50% of all 2,184 schools in New Jersey (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Leonia High School is 0.73, which is more 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
#894 out of 2184 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
39%
38%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
59%
49%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
50%
23%
Student : Teacher Ratio
11:1
11:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
38%
10%
Hispanic
27%
34%
Black
4%
15%
White
24%
38%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
7%
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
95%
85%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
15%
32%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
6%
6%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NJ Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Leonia High School's ranking?
Leonia High School is ranked #894 out of 2,184 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in New Jersey.
What schools are Leonia High School often compared to?
Leonia High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Fort Lee High School, Leonia Middle School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
39% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 38% NJ state average), while 59% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 49% NJ state average).
What is the graduation rate of Leonia High School?
The graduation rate of Leonia High School is 95%, which is higher than the New Jersey state average of 85%.
How many students attend Leonia High School?
814 students attend Leonia High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
38% of Leonia High School students are Asian, 27% of students are Hispanic, 24% of students are White, 7% of students are Two or more races, and 4% of students are Black.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Leonia High School?
Leonia High School has a student ration of 11:1, which is equal to the New Jersey state average of 11:1.
What grades does Leonia High School offer ?
Leonia High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Leonia High School part of?
Leonia High School is part of Leonia Public School District.
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