Serving 636 students in grades 6-8, Ramapo Ridge ranks in the top 30% of all schools in New Jersey for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 30%, and reading proficiency is top 30%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 53% (which is higher than the New Jersey state average of 38%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 67% (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 42% of the student body (majority Asian and Hispanic), which is lower than the New Jersey state average of 62% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 636 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 10:1
- Minority Enrollment: 42%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30% in NJ
- Math Proficiency: 53% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 67% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: 29% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NJ Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Ramapo Ridge ranks among the top 20% of public schools in New Jersey for:
Category
Attribute
Student Attention
School Overview
Ramapo Ridge's student population of 636 students has declined by 5% over five school years.
The teacher population of 63 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
636 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
63 teachers
Year Founded
1905
Campus Size
50
School Motto
'Commit to GRIT'
School Mascot
Thunderbirds
School Rankings
Ramapo Ridge ranks within the top 30% of all 2,184 schools in New Jersey (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Ramapo Ridge is 0.62, 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
#547 out of 2184 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
53%
38%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
67%
49%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
29%
23%
Student : Teacher Ratio
10:1
11:1
American Indian
1%
n/a
Asian
17%
10%
Hispanic
14%
34%
Black
4%
15%
White
58%
38%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
6%
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
7%
32%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
3%
6%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NJ Dept. of Education
School Notes
- School Mascot: Thunderbirds
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Ramapo Ridge's ranking?
Ramapo Ridge is ranked #547 out of 2,184 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in New Jersey.
What schools are Ramapo Ridge often compared to?
Ramapo Ridgeis often viewed alongside schools like Emil A. Cavallini Middle School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
53% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 38% NJ state average), while 67% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 49% NJ state average).
How many students attend Ramapo Ridge?
636 students attend Ramapo Ridge.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
58% of Ramapo Ridge students are White, 17% of students are Asian, 14% of students are Hispanic, 6% of students are Two or more races, 4% of students are Black, and 1% of students are American Indian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Ramapo Ridge?
Ramapo Ridge has a student ration of 10:1, which is lower than the New Jersey state average of 11:1.
What grades does Ramapo Ridge offer ?
Ramapo Ridge offers enrollment in grades 6-8 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Ramapo Ridge part of?
Ramapo Ridge is part of Mahwah Township Public School District.
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