Serving 1,062 students in grades 9-12, Deptford Township High School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in New Jersey for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 14% (which is lower than the New Jersey state average of 26%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 46% (which is lower than the New Jersey state average of 47%).
The student:teacher ratio of 12:1 is higher than the New Jersey state level of 11:1.
Minority enrollment is 52% of the student body (majority Black), which is lower than the New Jersey state average of 60% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 1,062 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 12:1
- Minority Enrollment: 52%
- Graduation Rate: 81% (Btm 50% in NJ)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: 14% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 46% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NJ Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Deptford Township High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in New Jersey for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
School Overview
Deptford Township High School's student population of 1,062 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 87 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
Total Students
1,062 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
87 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Deptford Township High School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 2,183 schools in New Jersey (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Deptford Township High School is 0.67, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.71. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#1381 out of 2183 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
14%
26%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
46%
47%
Student : Teacher Ratio
12:1
11:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
8%
10%
Hispanic
16%
32%
Black
28%
15%
White
48%
40%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
n/a
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
81%
88%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
23%
30%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
4%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: 2021-2022 (latest school year available) National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NJ Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Deptford Township High School's ranking?
Deptford Township High School is ranked #1381 out of 2,183 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in New Jersey.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
14% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 26% NJ state average), while 46% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% NJ state average).
What is the graduation rate of Deptford Township High School?
The graduation rate of Deptford Township High School is 81%, which is lower than the New Jersey state average of 88%.
How many students attend Deptford Township High School?
1,062 students attend Deptford Township High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
48% of Deptford Township High School students are White, 28% of students are Black, 16% of students are Hispanic, and 8% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Deptford Township High School?
Deptford Township High School has a student ration of 12:1, which is higher than the New Jersey state average of 11:1.
What grades does Deptford Township High School offer ?
Deptford Township High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12
What school district is Deptford Township High School part of?
Deptford Township High School is part of Deptford Township Public School District.
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