Leonia High School

What Leonia High School does

Leonia High School (LHS) is a public secondary institution serving grades 9-12 as part of the Leonia Public Schools district in Leonia, New Jersey, with 798 enrolled students in the 2025-2026 school year and an 11:1 student-to-teacher ratio. The school delivers a college-preparatory curriculum augmented by seven specialized Academy Programs — including a Music Academy with a four-year cohort model and senior externships, the Leonia Academy for Hospitality and Culinary Arts (LAHCA), and STEM, Business, Arts, and Humanities pathways — alongside 85+ clubs and athletics, a Modified Rotating Block (MRB) scheduling system, and Senior/Junior Individualized Independent Programs (SIIP/JIIP) for self-directed learning. Dual enrollment partnerships with Bergen Community College and Ramapo College enable students to earn transferable college credits in subjects including Calculus, Anatomy & Physiology, Graphic Design, Psychology, English Composition, Marketing Strategies, and Statistics.

The underlying technology stack is conventional EdTech rather than proprietary: Genesis Educational Services provides the Student Information System with separate parent and student portals for grades, attendance, and schedules; ParentSquare serves as the unified district-wide communication platform (mass notifications, urgent alerts, attendance, two-way teacher messaging, integrated with Genesis); ClassLink provides single sign-on across district resources; and the school operates a 1:1 device program currently on Chromebooks with a planned transition to iPads for the 2026-2027 school year. Additional services include a Technology Help Desk, SMILE summer credit-recovery and advancement program, food services, and a Jostens-managed yearbook program.

The business model is non-commercial public education: LHS is funded through local property taxes, New Jersey state aid, and federal education funding, with tuition free for district residents. Revenue-generating ancillary activity is limited to per-credit dual enrollment tuition ($81.07/credit at Bergen Community College for in-county students; $146.04/credit at Ramapo College) paid by participating families, with tuition waivers available for students on free/reduced lunch. The school is governed by the Leonia Board of Education under Superintendent Dr. Xanthy Karamanos, with Principal Chuck Kalender leading daily operations, and is supported by the Leonia Home & School Association as the parent volunteer and fundraising organization. Primary customer segments are in-district high school students (grades 9-12) and their families, with incoming transfer students and families representing a secondary segment handled through the Genesis-based district registration process.

Name

Leonia High School

Legal name

Leonia High School

Website

https://lhs.leoniaschools.org

Company type

Public

Operating status

Operating

Headcount range

11–50 employees

Short description

Leonia High School is a public secondary institution in Leonia, New Jersey, serving 798 students in grades 9-12 with a college-preparatory curriculum, seven specialized academy programs, dual enrollment with Bergen Community College and Ramapo College, and 85+ clubs and athletics.

Ownership category

akta.pro rank

Product category

Public Secondary Education

NAICS

Elementary and Secondary Schools (6111)

SIC

Services-Educational Services (8200)

akta.pro industry

PRIMARYEDAJAFAM

Career Readiness & College Prep (In-School)

Education/K–12 / Primary & Secondary Education/K–12 Curriculum, Instruction & Assessment (School-Delivered)

Keywords

• Public secondary education
• College preparatory programs
• Dual enrollment courses
• Specialized academy pathways
• Extracurricular athletics programs

Headquarters

HQ city

Leonia

HQ country

United States

HQ region

North America

Offices1 record

Markets served

GTM type

B2C

Offering type

Services

Cost components

Personnel, Operations, Infrastructure, Technology or R&D, Marketing or Sales, Others

Pricing tiers

Distribution channels1 record

Marketing channels7 records

Core offering

Leonia High School is a public secondary institution offering college-preparatory education for grades 9-12, structured around seven specialized academy programs (including the Music Academy and the Leonia Academy for Hospitality and Culinary Arts) and concurrent dual enrollment with Bergen Community College and Ramapo College. The school supplements academics with athletics, 85+ clubs, the SIIP/JIIP independent study program, food services, scholarships, and a summer SMILE program. Operational delivery is supported by Genesis SIS, ParentSquare, ClassLink, and a 1:1 Chromebook device program.

Product overview

Leonia High School is a public secondary institution offering a comprehensive educational program through a platform-plus-modules structure. The core offering consists of seven specialized Academy Programs (including Music Academy and Hospitality/Culinary Arts Academy) that provide career-focused pathways alongside a traditional college-preparatory curriculum. The school integrates dual enrollment with Bergen Community College and Ramapo College, allowing students to earn college credits. Supporting platforms include Genesis (student information system), ParentSquare (family communication), and ClassLink (single sign-on). Additional services encompass 85+ clubs and athletics, SIIP/JIIP independent study programs, technology help desk, SMILE summer programs, food services, and a scholarship program distributing over $70,000 annually to graduating seniors.

Differentiator

Problem solved

Functional benefit

Brands

• Leonia Academy of Hospitality and Culinary Arts (LAHCA): Academy program focusing on culinary arts and hospitality management
• Music Academy
• Academy Programs

Products and services

• Seven Academy Programs (Music Academy, LAHCA, STEM, Business, Arts, Humanities, and additional academies) Specialized programs of study offering college and career preparation pathways, including the Music Academy (four-year cohort model with college-level theory and senior externships) and the Leonia Academy for Hospitality and Culinary Arts (LAHCA). Academies include STEM, Business, Arts, and Humanities tracks serving enrolled high school students.
• Dual Enrollment Program Concurrent enrollment program allowing LHS students to take college-level courses while earning both high school and college credits. Partnerships with Bergen Community College (Anatomy & Physiology, Calculus, Graphic Design, Psychology, English Composition, Hospitality & Event Planning, US History II) and Ramapo College (Marketing Strategies, Statistics). Tuition waivers available for free/reduced-lunch students.
• Senior or Junior Individualized Independent Program (SIIP/JIIP) Self-directed learning programs allowing juniors and seniors to pursue individualized learning plans outside traditional coursework. Vertical SIIP meets all day on Fridays; Horizontal SIIP meets during specific periods. Students develop independent learning skills with mentor guidance.
• Athletics Programs Comprehensive athletic programs including Girls Cross Country (NJIC Colonial Division, Bergen County Group C, North 1 Group 2 State Sectional Champions), Boys Cross Country, Boys & Girls Swimming, Bowling, Wrestling, Girls Flag Football, and Boys Track & Field.
• 85 Clubs and Extracurricular Activities Wide range of student clubs and activities including the Brain Busters academic competition team, The Lion's Tale literary magazine (NCTE REALM Superior ranking), DECA business club, and various interest-based organizations supporting student engagement beyond the classroom.
• Annual Scholarship Program Annual scholarship program offering nearly 35 different scholarships totaling over $70,000 for graduating seniors. Includes academic, athletic, community service, and career-specific awards funded by local businesses and organizations.
• SMILE Summer Program Summer academic program offering credit recovery, foundational skill building, and advancement courses. Part of district summer programming for students needing remediation or acceleration.
• School Lunch and Food Services Food services program providing daily meals to students. Includes online payment options, meal restriction management, and summer EBT program for eligible families.
• LHS Yearbook (via Jostens) Annual yearbook program managed in partnership with Jostens. Includes senior portraits, baby pictures, recognition ads, and personalized ordering options for students and families.

Quantifiable outcome

• 98% average graduation rate
• +4 more outcomes

Named customers7 records

Segments3 records

Ideal customer profiles2 records

Technology focussed No

API detail

Has API

No

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Core technology

AI maturity

App detail

Integration1 record

Feature4 records

Partnerships

Ten partnerships are on record, tiered core and minor.

• Bergen Community CollegecoreStrategic or Co-development PartnerDual enrollment partnership allowing LHS students to enroll in college-level courses concurrently with high school, earning both high school and college credits. Current offerings include Anatomy & Physiology, Calculus, Graphic Design, Advanced Graphic Design, Introduction to Psychology, English Composition, Introduction to Novel, Hospitality & Event Planning, and CP United States History II. Tuition is $81.07 per credit (in-county) plus $16.80 registration fee with tuition waivers available for students on free/reduced lunch.
• Ramapo CollegecoreStrategic or Co-development PartnerDual enrollment partnership offering college-level courses in Marketing Strategies and Statistics. Students earn college credits transferable to many institutions. Tuition is $146.04 per credit ($584.12 for a 4-credit class). Application deadline is October 6 with payment due October 10.
• ParentSquarecoreTechnology or IntegrationUnified communication platform serving as the primary tool for district and school communication with families. Features include mass notifications, urgent alerts, mobile app for parents (iOS and Android), attendance notifications, teacher communication, appointment sign-ups, calendar/RSVP, and volunteering. Automatically syncs with Genesis student information system.
• Genesis Educational ServicescoreTechnology or IntegrationStudent Information System (SIS) used for registration, grades, attendance, schedules, and parent/student portals. Parents and students access through separate Genesis portals for grade monitoring and communication with teachers.
• SIFMA FoundationminorStrategic or Co-development PartnerSponsors The Stock Market Game competition in which LHS students participate. Students earned 3rd Place out of 22 schools in Northern Region High School Division. Samar Sharma and Noah Caba achieved 1st place regionally (1st/567 teams) and 3rd statewide (3rd/2,127 teams). Foundation provided $100 gift card for celebration.
• Web Content Accessibility Guidelines 2.0 - 2.1 A, AAcoreOthersWebsite accessibility standards the district utilizes to meet requirements of Section 504 and Title II of the Rehabilitation Act, ensuring equal access to electronic information for all users.
• Liberty Science CenterminorStrategic or Co-development PartnerPartnership providing experiential learning opportunities. LHS 9th Grade STEM Cohort participated in videoconferencing directly into a Cooperman Barnabas Medical Center Operating Room to observe live kidney transplant surgery in real time.
• Leonia Home & School AssociationcoreStrategic or Co-development PartnerParent organization supporting school through fundraising, volunteer efforts, and community events. Coordinates Senior Class Card Party (annual tradition since 1974), lawn sign fundraisers, and various school support activities. Operates Instagram @LHSHSA.
• Explorica (Kelty-4529)minorChannel Partner/ Reseller/ DistributorEducational travel partner organizing LHS educational tour of England scheduled for April 9-17, 2027. Trip includes visits to London, Stonehenge, Salisbury Cathedral, and Stratford-upon-Avon. Academic requirements: maintain at least B- average in both History and English.
• Leonia Food Safety Excellence AwardsminorStrategic or Co-development PartnerCommunity event recognizing local businesses for commitment to food safety. LHS Academy for Hospitality and Culinary Arts students participate by preparing and serving dishes at the awards reception.

Scale indicators8 records

Recent moves6 records

Expansion highlights5 records

Others

• Leonia Middle School: Sister school within the same Leonia Public Schools district that feeds directly into Leonia HS. Relevant as an ecosystem/feeder peer rather than a competitor, since enrollment pipeline flows directly from LMS to LHS.
• Bergen Community College: Core partner for Leonia HS dual enrollment program offering college-level courses; relevant peer because the dual enrollment catalog (Anatomy & Physiology, Calculus, Psychology, English Composition, etc.) is central to LHS's college-prep value proposition.
• Ramapo College of New Jersey: Four-year NJ college serving as the second dual enrollment partner for Leonia HS (Marketing Strategies, Statistics). Strategic partnership peer relevant to the school's college-credit pathway strategy.

Direct peers

• Fort Lee High School: Public high school in neighboring Bergen County borough with comparable size, dual-language emphasis (Seal of Biliteracy alignment), and college-prep curriculum. Closest geographic peer to Leonia HS.
• Ridgewood High School: Larger Bergen County, NJ public high school with strong college-prep focus, wide AP/dual enrollment catalog, and award-winning athletics and arts programs. Comparable suburban NJ catchment and college-readiness orientation.
• Northern Highlands Regional High School: Public high school in Bergen County, NJ serving a similar suburban district with comparable size, AP offerings, athletics, and extracurricular breadth. Comparable academic profile and catchment demographics to Leonia HS.
• Tenafly High School: Public high school in Bergen County, NJ serving a similarly sized suburban district with comparable AP offerings, college-prep focus, and strong extracurricular programming. Direct geographic and demographic peer.
• Dwight Morrow High School (Englewood): Bergen County, NJ public high school with comparable size, diverse student body, and academy/IB-style pathway programs. Comparable academic offerings and Bergen County catchment.

Broad incumbents

• Bergen County Technical High School: County-wide career and technical education public high school with academy-style programs in STEM, culinary, and design. Comparable academy/career pathway model at larger scale, located in the same Bergen County ecosystem.

Market position

Strengths4 records

Weaknesses4 records

Competitive moat5 records

Key risks4 records

Key highlights6 records

Customer concentration

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• Instagraminstagram.com/leoniapsd
• LinkedInlinkedin.com/school/leonia-high-school

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Number of profiles

Profiles8 records

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