Ramapo High School is a comprehensive four-year public high school located in the New York City suburb of Franklin Lakes, in Bergen County, in the U.S. state of New Jersey.
Serving 1,188 students in grades 9-12, Ramapo 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 43% (which is higher than the New Jersey state average of 38%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 63% (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 16% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the New Jersey state average of 62% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 1,188 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 10:1
- Minority Enrollment: 16%
- Graduation Rate: ≥99% (Top 1% in NJ)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50%
- Math Proficiency: 43% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 63% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: 35% (Top 30%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NJ Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Ramapo High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in New Jersey for:
Category
Attribute
Graduation Rate
School Overview
Ramapo High School's student population of 1,188 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 118 teachers has grown by 5% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
1,188 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
118 teachers
Year Founded
1956
Colors
White, Green, Dark green
School Rankings
Ramapo 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 Ramapo High School is 0.29, 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
#767 out of 2184 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
43%
38%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
63%
49%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
35%
23%
Student : Teacher Ratio
10:1
11:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
5%
10%
Hispanic
8%
34%
Black
1%
15%
White
84%
38%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
2%
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
≥99%
85%
Eligible for Free Lunch
2%
32%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (03-04)
1%
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 Ramapo High School's ranking?
Ramapo High School is ranked #767 out of 2,184 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in New Jersey.
What schools are Ramapo High School often compared to?
Ramapo High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Indian Hills High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
43% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 38% NJ state average), while 63% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 49% NJ state average).
What is the graduation rate of Ramapo High School?
The graduation rate of Ramapo High School is 99%, which is higher than the New Jersey state average of 85%.
How many students attend Ramapo High School?
1,188 students attend Ramapo High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
84% of Ramapo High School students are White, 8% of students are Hispanic, 5% of students are Asian, 2% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Ramapo High School?
Ramapo High School has a student ration of 10:1, which is lower than the New Jersey state average of 11:1.
What grades does Ramapo High School offer ?
Ramapo High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Ramapo High School part of?
Ramapo High School is part of Ramapo Indian Hills Regional High School District.
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