Serving 869 students in grades 9-12, Hackettstown High School ranks in the top 20% of all schools in New Jersey for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 20%, and reading proficiency is top 20%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 44% (which is higher than the New Jersey state average of 26%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 60% (which is higher than the New Jersey state average of 47%).
The student:teacher ratio of 13:1 is higher than the New Jersey state level of 11:1.
Minority enrollment is 34% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the New Jersey state average of 60% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 869 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 13:1
- Minority Enrollment: 34%
- Graduation Rate: 89% (Btm 50% in NJ)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20%
- Math Proficiency: 44% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 60% (Top 30%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NJ Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Hackettstown High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in New Jersey for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Most improved public schools
Math Proficiency
School Overview
Hackettstown High School's student population of 869 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 67 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
Total Students
869 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
67 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Hackettstown High School ranks within the top 20% of all 2,183 schools in New Jersey (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Hackettstown High School is 0.51, 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
#416 out of 2183 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
44%
26%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
60%
47%
Student : Teacher Ratio
13:1
11:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
3%
10%
Hispanic
24%
32%
Black
4%
15%
White
66%
40%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
3%
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
89%
88%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
16%
30%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
2%
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 Hackettstown High School's ranking?
Hackettstown High School is ranked #416 out of 2,183 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in New Jersey.
What schools are Hackettstown High School often compared to?
Hackettstown High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Warren Hills Regional High School, North Warren Regional School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
44% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 26% NJ state average), while 60% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% NJ state average).
What is the graduation rate of Hackettstown High School?
The graduation rate of Hackettstown High School is 89%, which is higher than the New Jersey state average of 88%.
How many students attend Hackettstown High School?
869 students attend Hackettstown High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
66% of Hackettstown High School students are White, 24% of students are Hispanic, 4% of students are Black, 3% of students are Asian, and 3% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Hackettstown High School?
Hackettstown High School has a student ration of 13:1, which is higher than the New Jersey state average of 11:1.
What grades does Hackettstown High School offer ?
Hackettstown High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12
What school district is Hackettstown High School part of?
Hackettstown High School is part of Hackettstown Public School District.
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