Serving 821 students in grades 9-12, West Deptford High School ranks in the top 30% 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 30-34% (which is higher 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 12:1 is higher than the New Jersey state level of 11:1.
Minority enrollment is 30% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Black), which is lower than the New Jersey state average of 60% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 821 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 12:1
- Minority Enrollment: 30%
- Graduation Rate: 89% (Btm 50% in NJ)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30%
- Math Proficiency: 30-34% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 55-59% (Top 30%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NJ Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
West Deptford High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in New Jersey for:
Category
Attribute
Most improved public schools
School Overview
West Deptford High School's student population of 821 students has declined by 6% over five school years.
The teacher population of 71 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
Total Students
821 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
71 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
West Deptford High School ranks within the top 30% of all 2,183 schools in New Jersey (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of West Deptford High School is 0.49, 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
#640 out of 2183 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
30-34%
26%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
55-59%
47%
Student : Teacher Ratio
12:1
11:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
2%
10%
Hispanic
12%
32%
Black
11%
15%
White
70%
40%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
5%
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
89%
88%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
13%
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 West Deptford High School's ranking?
West Deptford High School is ranked #640 out of 2,183 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in New Jersey.
What schools are West Deptford High School often compared to?
West Deptford High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Washington Township High School, Clearview Regional High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
30-34% 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 West Deptford High School?
The graduation rate of West Deptford High School is 89%, which is higher than the New Jersey state average of 88%.
How many students attend West Deptford High School?
821 students attend West Deptford High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
70% of West Deptford High School students are White, 12% of students are Hispanic, 11% of students are Black, 5% of students are Two or more races, and 2% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of West Deptford High School?
West Deptford High School has a student ration of 12:1, which is higher than the New Jersey state average of 11:1.
What grades does West Deptford High School offer ?
West Deptford High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12
What school district is West Deptford High School part of?
West Deptford High School is part of West Deptford Township School District.
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