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James J. Ferris High School
Public High School
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Grade 9-12
35 Colgate St,
Jersey City, NJ
Jersey City School District
School Details
Head of School
Mr. Jamie Morales
Student Teacher Ratio
14:1
Average SAT Score
1030
Average ACT Score
23
Math Proficiency
6%
Reading Proficiency
26%
Average GPA
3.3
Graduation Rate
84%
Niche Grade
C
C+
B-
C+
C
B-
B
B-
Source: Niche
Niche Grade Details
Academics
Average GPA
3.3
Reading Proficiency
26%
Math Proficiency
6%
Teachers
Student Teacher Ratio
14:1
Teachers
94
Full Time Teachers
94
Teachers in First or Second Year
3.2%
College Prep
Average SAT
1030
Math
510
Verbal
520
Average ACT
23
Math
23
English
22
Reading
23
Science
23
Number of AP Courses
9
AP Pass Rate
18.2%
AP Math Enrollment
Very Low
AP Science Enrollment
Very Low
Other AP Enrollment
Very Low
Clubs and Activities
Girls Athletic Participation
Low
Boys Athletic Participation
Low
GreatSchools Rating
Source: GreatSchools
GreatSchools Rating Details
Teachers and Staff
Students Per Counselor
262:1
Student Diversity
Male
50.1%
Female
49.8%
Hispanic
55.6%
Black
24%
White
10.4%
Asian or Pacific Islander
8.4%
Two or more races
<1%
Native Hawaiian or Other Pacific Islander
<1%
Native American
<1%
Specialty School Programs
AP Programs Offered
IB Programs Offered
Free/Reduced Lunch Offered
Athletics Program
Colleges Students are Considering
Students are most interested in or go on to attend these colleges.
Montclair State University
152 Students
New Jersey City University
141 Students
Rutgers University - Newark
140 Students
Rutgers University–New Brunswick
131 Students
Kean University
129 Students
New Jersey Institute of Technology
101 Students
Saint Peter's University
90 Students
Hudson County Community College
86 Students
New York University
71 Students
Seton Hall University
69 Students
What Students Want to Study
Niche users from this school are most interested in the following majors.
Business
56 Students
Computer Science
50 Students
Nursing
48 Students
Psychology
39 Students
Biology
37 Students
Accounting
27 Students
Finance
26 Students
Criminal Justice and Law Enforcement Administration
23 Students
Pre-Medicine Studies
20 Students
Civil Engineering
16 Students
This School’s Reviews
Niche Reviews
3/16/2025
Enjoyed my experience here. Lots of different sports programs, clubs to join, and different schools wide activities.
1/2/2025
My high school experience was overall decent, but it wasn't without its ups and downs. I'd say the best part of my experience was the community. There were teachers who genuinely cared about us and went out of their way to help, whether it was with academics, personal challenges, or even planning for college. I also enjoyed being part of extracurriculars, especially the debate team and cheer squad, where I made some of my closest friends and learned skills I'll carry for life.
8/26/2024
More parent involvement would be great. The sports facilities need more funding. Healthier meals should be on the lunch menu. The administration is great, always available and ready to help. Fantastic JCarts program housed at Ferris. There is a litnof school spirit and pride. Happy to send our kid there.
GreatSchools Reviews
3/19/2024
This school is a mess there’s cockroach in every bathroom dirty and teacher all dirty and treat certain kids differently then another day my daughter got caught with a device and there were consequences against her but when another student does it no action is taken place they would always let them...
9/25/2023
I am currently a junior at James ferris high school and I just transferred from another city. Let me tell you this school you really don't wanna go here. The bathroom sink has gunk on them it looks like they don't even clean them. The toilet has toilet water all over them and the floor too. The clas...
2/3/2016
Hello, I'm the same student who wrote a review on February 9, 2013. I'm currently a senior.It wasn't fun being here to be honest. My life just got worse. I thought it would be okay when I decided to stay there in my sophomore year but now I kind of regret that decision. I spent too much time worryin...
5/28/2015
I love this school. The staff is filled with a lot of love. As a student, class of 2015- I am extremely grateful to the administrators. This school is not as bad as people put it. God is in it. With more prayer, this school will be the best in Jersey city. God bless James J. Ferris High school and i...
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Attendance Zone
List Price Range
$401K - $3M
Homes For Sale
95
Average Home Value
$1,026,553
Median Lot Size
1,306 Sq Ft
% Renters
75%
Average Household Income
$147,161
% of College Grads
69.7%
Median Age
37
Average House Size
966 Sq Ft
% Commercial Property
82.7%
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James J. Ferris High School is a public school for students in grades 9-12 in Jersey City, NJ and is served by the Jersey City School District in New Jersey. The school has a total enrollment of 1,345 and maintains a student-teacher ratio of 14:1. Academic records show that 6% of students achieve proficiency in math, and 26% are proficient in reading. James J. Ferris High School has received feedback and ratings, with a Niche grade of C+ and a GreatSchools Rating of 2 out of 10. The average GPA is 3.3, the graduation rate is 84%, and average standardized test scores include an SAT score of 1030 and an ACT score of 23. The average home value in this area is $1,026,553. Discover additional schools in the area, like Regional Day School, County Prep High School, Lincoln High School, and more. Learn more about what Jersey City has to offer, and browse homes for sale and for rent near James J. Ferris High School.