Serving 2,409 students in grades 9-12, New Brunswick 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 7% (which is lower than the New Jersey state average of 26%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 29% (which is lower than the New Jersey state average of 47%).
The student:teacher ratio of 15:1 is higher than the New Jersey state level of 11:1.
Minority enrollment is 99% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the New Jersey state average of 60% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 2,409 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Minority Enrollment: 99%
- Graduation Rate: 57% (Btm 50% in NJ)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: 7% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 29% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NJ Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
New Brunswick High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in New Jersey for:
Category
Attribute
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
School Overview
New Brunswick High School's student population of 2,409 students has grown by 9% over five school years.
The teacher population of 162 teachers has grown by 5% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
Total Students
2,409 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
162 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
New Brunswick 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 New Brunswick High School is 0.15, 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
#1893 out of 2183 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
7%
26%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
29%
47%
Student : Teacher Ratio
15:1
11:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
n/a
10%
Hispanic
92%
32%
Black
7%
15%
White
1%
40%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
n/a
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
57%
88%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
74%
30%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
9%
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 New Brunswick High School's ranking?
New Brunswick High School is ranked #1893 out of 2,183 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in New Jersey.
What schools are New Brunswick High School often compared to?
New Brunswick High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like North Brunswick Township High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
7% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 26% NJ state average), while 29% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% NJ state average).
What is the graduation rate of New Brunswick High School?
The graduation rate of New Brunswick High School is 57%, which is lower than the New Jersey state average of 88%.
How many students attend New Brunswick High School?
2,409 students attend New Brunswick High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
92% of New Brunswick High School students are Hispanic, 7% of students are Black, and 1% of students are White.
What is the student:teacher ratio of New Brunswick High School?
New Brunswick High School has a student ration of 15:1, which is higher than the New Jersey state average of 11:1.
What grades does New Brunswick High School offer ?
New Brunswick High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12
What school district is New Brunswick High School part of?
New Brunswick High School is part of New Brunswick School District.
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