What grades does James J Ferris High School serve?

James J Ferris High School is a High school serving students in JERSEY CITY, NJ. The school is part of the local school district.

Where is James J Ferris High School located?

James J Ferris High School is located at JERSEY CITY, NJ in a urban area.

What is the student-teacher ratio at James J Ferris High School?

James J Ferris High School has a student-teacher ratio of 14.3:1.

What schools are in JERSEY CITY, NJ?

JERSEY CITY, NJ is served by the local school district. James J Ferris High School is one of the High schools in the area.

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JERSEY CITY, NJ 07302

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School Profile

Grades

9–12

Enrollment

1,345

Student:Teacher

14.3:1

Locale

Urban

District

Jersey City Public Schools

Econ. Disadvantaged

61.9%

Phone

(201)915-6660

School Statistics

Academics (SY 2020-21)

ELA Proficiency

36%

26th percentile in NJ

Math Proficiency

17th percentile in NJ

Graduation Rate

82%

Chronic Absenteeism

9.8%

SY 2019-20

Programs & Activities (SY 2021-22)

AP Program

9 courses offered

46 students enrolled

Dual Enrollment

7 students enrolled

SAT/ACT

210 test takers

Athletics

21 sports, 46 teams

427 participants

Student-Teacher Ratio: 13.5:1

Worse than average in NJ

Technology & Internet Access (SY 2021-22)

1:1 Devices

Student devices available

Wi-Fi

Campus-wide wireless

Fiber Internet

High-speed connection

1,223

Connected devices

Staff & Support Services (SY 2021-22)

Teachers (FTE)

100.8

100% fully certified

Counselors

Psychologists

Social Workers

Nurses

School Resource Officers

Security Staff

Anti-Bullying Policy

District Finance (FY 2023)

Per-Pupil Spending

$28,525

Total current expenditure

Instruction Spending

$17,706

Per pupil, classroom only

Total Revenue/Pupil

$42,200

All funding sources

Funding Sources

Federal 7%State 45%Local 49%

District-level data from NCES F-33 Survey

Community Context

Median Home Value

$456,345

+4.2% 1yr+45.0% 5yr

Hudson, NY metro area

Community Need Level

Elevated

CDC/ATSDR Social Vulnerability Index 2022

Neighborhood Indicators (Census Tract)

22.4%

Below 150% poverty line

6.1%

Unemployment rate

11.6%

Uninsured residents

13.2%

No HS diploma (25+)

Special Education (IDEA)

District-level data from IDEA Part B · Students ages 3-21 served under IDEA

Total Students Served

3,804

Ages 3-21 under IDEA

School-Age (6-21)

3,506

Receiving special ed services

Est. % of Enrollment

100%

District rate, school may vary

Disability Categories (District)

Specific Learning Disability

1,326 (38%)

Autism

865 (25%)

Other Health Impairment

652 (19%)

Intellectual Disability

203 (6%)

Emotional Disturbance

133 (4%)

Speech/Language Impairment

124 (4%)

Source: U.S. Department of Education, IDEA Section 618 Data · District-level counts · Individual school figures may differ

Enrollment Trend (2014-2025)

1,364

Current enrollment

Stable(+5% 5yr)

Frequently Asked Questions about James J Ferris High School

As of the most recent data, 1,345 students are enrolled at James J Ferris High School. It is a High school within the local district.

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