Freehold Township High School is a four-year comprehensive public high school located in Freehold Township, in Monmouth County, in the U.S. state of New Jersey, and is part of the Freehold Regional High School District.
Serving 1,813 students in grades 9-12, Freehold Township 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 30% (which is lower than the New Jersey state average of 38%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 54% (which is higher than the New Jersey state average of 49%).
The student-teacher ratio of 15:1 is higher than the New Jersey state level of 11:1.
Minority enrollment is 31% 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: 1,813 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Minority Enrollment: 31%
- Graduation Rate: 94% (Top 50% in NJ)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: 30% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 54% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 37% (Top 20%)
- Attendance Zone: Freehold Township High School serves the southwest part of Freehold, NJ, covering an area of approximately 43.2 square miles. Families within this zone can typically expect a 10-12 minute drive to the school, with the furthest edge located about 7.5 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NJ Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Freehold Township High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in New Jersey for:
Category
Attribute
Science Proficiency
School Overview
Freehold Township High School's student population of 1,813 students has declined by 9% over five school years.
The teacher population of 123 teachers has declined by 5% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
1,813 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
123 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Year Founded
1972
School Calendar
Campus Size
110 acres
School Rankings
Freehold Township 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 Freehold Township High School is 0.49, 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
#1171 out of 2184 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
30%
38%
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
54%
49%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
37%
23%
Student-Teacher Ratio
15:1
11:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Asian
6%
11%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
17%
35%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Black
5%
14%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
White
69%
37%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
3%
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Graduation Rate
94%
90.5%
Showing 2014–2023. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)25.5%
16.7%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
17%
38%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 36-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
2%
5%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 26-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Sports
Colors
White, Navy Blue, Columbia blue
School Mascot
Patriots
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NJ Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Freehold Township High School's ranking?
Freehold Township High School is ranked #1171 out of 2,184 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in New Jersey.
What schools are Freehold Township High School often compared to?
Freehold Township High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Freehold Borough High School, Manalapan High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
30% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 38% NJ state average), while 54% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 49% NJ state average).
What is the graduation rate of Freehold Township High School?
The graduation rate of Freehold Township High School is 94%, which is higher than the New Jersey state average of 90.5%.
How many students attend Freehold Township High School?
1,813 students attend Freehold Township High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
69% of Freehold Township High School students are White, 17% of students are Hispanic, 6% of students are Asian, 5% of students are Black, and 3% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Freehold Township High School?
Freehold Township High School has a student ration of 15:1, which is higher than the New Jersey state average of 11:1.
What grades does Freehold Township High School offer ?
Freehold Township High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Freehold Township High School part of?
Freehold Township High School is part of Freehold Regional High School District.
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