Serving 1,125 students in grades 9-12, Paramus 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 38% (which is higher than the New Jersey state average of 36%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 54% (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 52% of the student body (majority Asian), which is lower than the New Jersey state average of 62% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 1,125 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 10:1
- Minority Enrollment: 52%
- Graduation Rate: 86% (Btm 50% in NJ)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50%
- Math Proficiency: 38% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 54% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 36% (Top 30%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NJ Dept. of Education
School Overview
Paramus High School's student population of 1,125 students has declined by 11% over five school years.
The teacher population of 108 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
Total Students
1,125 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
108 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Paramus High School ranks within the top 50% of all 2,201 schools in New Jersey (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Paramus High School is 0.67, 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
#982 out of 2201 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
38%
36%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
54%
49%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
36%
23%
Student : Teacher Ratio
10:1
11:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
26%
10%
Hispanic
20%
34%
Black
3%
15%
White
48%
38%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
3%
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
86%
85%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
9%
32%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
4%
6%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NJ Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Paramus High School's ranking?
Paramus High School is ranked #982 out of 2,201 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in New Jersey.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
38% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 36% NJ state average), while 54% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 49% NJ state average).
What is the graduation rate of Paramus High School?
The graduation rate of Paramus High School is 86%, which is higher than the New Jersey state average of 85%.
How many students attend Paramus High School?
1,125 students attend Paramus High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
48% of Paramus High School students are White, 26% of students are Asian, 20% of students are Hispanic, 3% of students are Black, and 3% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Paramus High School?
Paramus High School has a student ration of 10:1, which is lower than the New Jersey state average of 11:1.
What grades does Paramus High School offer ?
Paramus High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12
What school district is Paramus High School part of?
Paramus High School is part of Paramus Public School District.
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