Oakcrest High School is a comprehensive four-year public high school located in Hamilton Township, in Atlantic County, in the U.S. state of New Jersey.
Atlantic County High School serves 94 students in grades 9-12.
The student-teacher ratio of 19:1 is higher than the New Jersey state level of 11:1.
Minority enrollment is 72% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the New Jersey state average of 62% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2025)
- School Type: Special education school
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 94 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 19:1
- Minority Enrollment: 72%
- Graduation Rate: ≤20%
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NJ Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Atlantic County High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in New Jersey for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
Community Size
School Overview
Atlantic County High School's student population of 94 students has declined by 29% over five school years.
The teacher population of 5 teachers has declined by 76% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
94 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
5 teachers
Year Founded
1960
Colors
Grey, Royal blue
School Calendar
School Motto
The mission of the Atlantic County Special Services School District is to provide innovative educational programs and related services for students with special needs ages 3 to 21 who meet eligibility requirements.
School Rankings
The diversity score of Atlantic County High School is 0.70, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.72. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Student-Teacher Ratio
19:1
11:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
3%
10%
Hispanic
39%
34%
Black
28%
15%
White
28%
38%
Hawaiian
2%
n/a
Two or more races
n/a
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
(10-11)≤20%
86%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
45%
32%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
10%
6%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NJ Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What schools are Atlantic County High School often compared to?
Atlantic County High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Atlantic County Elementary And Middle Schools by visitors of our site.
What is the graduation rate of Atlantic County High School?
The graduation rate of Atlantic County High School is 20%, which is lower than the New Jersey state average of 86%.
How many students attend Atlantic County High School?
94 students attend Atlantic County High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
39% of Atlantic County High School students are Hispanic, 28% of students are Black, 28% of students are White, 3% of students are Asian, and 2% of students are Hawaiian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Atlantic County High School?
Atlantic County High School has a student ration of 19:1, which is higher than the New Jersey state average of 11:1.
What grades does Atlantic County High School offer ?
Atlantic County High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Atlantic County High School part of?
Atlantic County High School is part of Atlantic County Special Services School District.
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