Academics at Ridge

 
Ridge High School is accredited by the Middle States Association of Colleges and Secondary Schools and the New Jersey Department of Education. In September of 2009, the high school was recognized by the US Department of Education as a Blue Ribbon School for high academic achievement. The award was given to only 40 public high schools in the nation and was presented at a ceremony in Washington DC. Additionally in May 2010, Newsweek magazine named the high school as the number one comprehensive public high school in New Jersey and in June 2009 number 194 among the top 1,600 public high schools throughout the entire nation. Forbes named the district as one of its “25 Best Schools For Your Housing Buck”.

The curriculum of the Bernards Township School District culminates with the high school program of comprehensive course offerings. The district takes pride in the level of academic rigor that is provided to students in all areas, from fine and performing arts to the most advanced science and mathematics classes. Nineteen Advanced Placement offerings and 30 courses offered at the honors level provide the students with expansive opportunities to challenge themselves beyond the college preparatory level. The students benefit from working with a faculty that stays current with pedagogical and practical instructional practices through graduate school attendance and through participation in the district’s Staff College program. Students work closely with staff members during tutorial periods and through mentoring programs. A challenging curriculum, a supportive environment, and a staff with high expectations for student success are the ingredients that combine to produce graduates who are prepared to face the challenge of further education.


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