Welcome to Ridgewood’s High School!
Grades nine through twelve
High school students at Ridgewood are engaged in a challenging college preparatory curriculum. Students must earn 23 Carnegie units for graduation. These credits include
- four years of English
- three years of mathematics
- two years of foreign language
- three years of laboratory science
- four years of civics, American history, world history, economics, and computer science.
- two years of health and physical education
Electives from which a student may choose include art, typing, journalism, speech, debate, and band.
An accelerated honors math program is available throughout the high school years, and independent study, as well as participation in the advanced placement examinations, is encouraged.
Extra & Co-Curricular Activities
High school students have access to a wide variety of extra and co-curricular activities such as Student Council, Peer Helpers, Mu Alpha Theta, Beta Club, Key Club, Excalibur Science Honor Society, athletics, Cheerleaders, Band, and school yearbook and newspaper staffs.
Due to the vigorous academic program and the opportunity for individual growth fostered by small class sizes, Ridgewood graduates are well-prepared to successfully confront the challenges of college academia.
