James J Ferris High School

Jersey City, New Jersey

1,348 students

High School, Grades 9–12

1,348

Students

14.7:1

S:T Ratio

School Snapshot
Key metrics at a glance
Avg SAT Score

1,040

B

out of 1600
Average
Avg ACT Score

23

B+

out of 36
Good
AP Courses

9

B+

courses offered
Good
AP Enrollment

13%

C

of students
Average
Student-Teacher Ratio

15:1

B+

students per teacher
Good
Graduation Rate

84%

A

Excellent
Reading Proficiency

57%

B

Average
Math Proficiency

18%

C

Below Avg
Academic Grades

Select a grade level to explore courses and resources

After James J Ferris High
Where graduates go and what they study
Popular Colleges
1

Montclair State University

2

Rutgers University–New Brunswick

3

Rutgers University - Newark

4

New Jersey City University

5

Kean University

6

New Jersey Institute of Technology

7

Saint Peter's University

8

Hudson County Community College

Popular Majors
1

Business

2

Nursing

3

Computer Science

4

Psychology

5

Biology

6

Finance

7

Accounting

8

Criminal Justice and Law Enforcement Administration

Varsity Tutors

Unlock Academic Success

Personalized learning support for James J Ferris High School learners
SAT Prep

Practice tests, flashcards, and AI-powered study tools

ACT Prep

Master all four sections with targeted practice

Study Coach

Get instant help with homework and practice problems 24/7

1:1 Tutoring

Match with expert tutors in Jersey City

Live Classes

Join interactive group sessions with expert instructors

Practice Hub

Thousands of flashcards and learning resources

School Details
Academic Calendar
2025-2026

Important dates, holidays, and school events

Need Academic Help?

Get matched with expert tutors for any subject

Find a Tutor