Serving 789 students in grades 9-12, Lyndhurst High School ranks in the top 50% of all schools in New Jersey for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 24% (which is lower than the New Jersey state average of 26%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 55-59% (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 47% 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: 789 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 13:1
- Minority Enrollment: 47%
- Graduation Rate: 90-94% (Top 50% in NJ)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50%
- Math Proficiency: 24% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 55-59% (Top 30%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NJ Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Lyndhurst High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in New Jersey for:
Category
Attribute
Most improved public schools
School Overview
Lyndhurst High School's student population of 789 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 62 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
Total Students
789 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
62 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Lyndhurst High School ranks within the top 50% of all 2,183 schools in New Jersey (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Lyndhurst High School is 0.56, 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
#819 out of 2183 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
24%
26%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
55-59%
47%
Student : Teacher Ratio
13:1
11:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
1%
10%
Hispanic
40%
32%
Black
4%
15%
White
53%
40%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
2%
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
90-94%
88%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
14%
30%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
3%
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 Lyndhurst High School's ranking?
Lyndhurst High School is ranked #819 out of 2,183 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in New Jersey.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
24% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 26% NJ state average), while 55-59% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% NJ state average).
What is the graduation rate of Lyndhurst High School?
The graduation rate of Lyndhurst High School is 90-94%, which is higher than the New Jersey state average of 88%.
How many students attend Lyndhurst High School?
789 students attend Lyndhurst High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
53% of Lyndhurst High School students are White, 40% of students are Hispanic, 4% of students are Black, 2% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Lyndhurst High School?
Lyndhurst High School has a student ration of 13:1, which is higher than the New Jersey state average of 11:1.
What grades does Lyndhurst High School offer ?
Lyndhurst High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12
What school district is Lyndhurst High School part of?
Lyndhurst High School is part of Lyndhurst Public School District.
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