Park Ridge School District

The Park Ridge School District in New Jersey consists of three schools: Park Ridge High School, West Ridge Elementary School, and East Brook Elementary School. The district is known for its strong academic performance, with Park Ridge High School consistently ranking among the top high schools in the state.

Park Ridge High School stands out as the district's top performer, earning a 5-star rating from SchoolDigger and ranking 39th out of 422 high schools in New Jersey. The school boasts impressive test scores, with over 70% of students proficient or better in English Language Arts and an exceptional performance in Algebra I, with nearly 96% of 8th graders and 64% of end-of-course students scoring proficient or better. The school's graduation rate of 91.1% and low dropout rate of 1.2% further demonstrate its academic success.

While the elementary schools in the district, West Ridge and East Brook, have similar chronic absenteeism rates and spending per student, their academic performance varies. West Ridge Elementary outperforms East Brook Elementary in most subject areas, particularly in English Language Arts. This difference may be influenced by the schools' socioeconomic factors, as West Ridge Elementary has a lower free and reduced lunch rate compared to East Brook Elementary. Overall, the Park Ridge School District provides a strong educational experience for its students, with opportunities for continued improvement in areas such as attendance and targeted subject areas.