Serving 1,489 students in grades 9-12, Central Regional 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 25% (which is lower than the New Jersey state average of 38%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 31% (which is lower than the New Jersey state average of 49%).
The student-teacher ratio of 13:1 is higher than the New Jersey state level of 11:1.
Minority enrollment is 35% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the New Jersey state average of 63% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 1,489 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 13:1
- Minority Enrollment: 35%
- Graduation Rate: 90% (Btm 50% in NJ)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: 25% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 31% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 10% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Central Regional High School's attendance zone encompasses the entire school district in Bayville, NJ, covering approximately 57.3 square miles. The typical drive to the school takes about 10-12 minutes, with the furthest edge of the zone located 10.2 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NJ Dept. of Education
School Overview
Central Regional High School's student population of 1,489 students has declined by 5% over five school years.
The teacher population of 115 teachers has grown by 6% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
1,489 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
115 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
School Calendar
School Rankings
Central Regional High School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 2,184 schools in New Jersey (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Central Regional High School is 0.53, 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.
Overall Testing Rank
#1705 out of 2184 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
25%
38%
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
31%
49%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
10%
23%
Student-Teacher Ratio
13:1
11:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Asian
2%
11%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
21%
35%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Black
6%
14%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
White
65%
37%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
6%
3%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 15-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Graduation Rate
90%
90.5%
Showing 2014–2023. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)31%
16.7%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
31%
38%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 36-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
6%
5%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 26-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NJ Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Central Regional High School's ranking?
Central Regional High School is ranked #1705 out of 2,184 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in New Jersey.
What schools are Central Regional High School often compared to?
Central Regional High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Lacey Township High School, Barnegat High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
25% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 38% NJ state average), while 31% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 49% NJ state average).
What is the graduation rate of Central Regional High School?
The graduation rate of Central Regional High School is 90%, which is lower than the New Jersey state average of 90.5%.
How many students attend Central Regional High School?
1,489 students attend Central Regional High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
65% of Central Regional High School students are White, 21% of students are Hispanic, 6% of students are Black, 6% of students are Two or more races, and 2% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Central Regional High School?
Central Regional High School has a student ration of 13:1, which is higher than the New Jersey state average of 11:1.
What grades does Central Regional High School offer ?
Central Regional High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Central Regional High School part of?
Central Regional High School is part of Central Regional School District.
School Reviews
2 10/10/2025
Absolutely horribly run school. 99% of the teachers teaching are apathetic and pathetic!
5 10/10/2025
CR is a great school with mostly good kids. The staff is excellent. I'm sorry the previous poster feels the way they do. Find Mr Chow & he will right your ship.
5 10/10/2025
This school is best school ever I want to work here when grown up.
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