Manalapan High School is a comprehensive four-year public high school located in Manalapan Township, in Monmouth County, in the U.S. state of New Jersey, operating as part of the Freehold Regional High School District.
Serving 1,740 students in grades 9-12, Manalapan High School ranks in the top 50% 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 43% (which is higher than the New Jersey state average of 36%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 55% (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 23% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Asian), which is lower than the New Jersey state average of 62% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 1,740 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Minority Enrollment: 23%
- Graduation Rate: 88% (Top 50% in NJ)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50%
- Math Proficiency: 43% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 55% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 23% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NJ Dept. of Education
School Overview
Manalapan High School's student population of 1,740 students has declined by 7% over five school years.
The teacher population of 115 teachers has declined by 7% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
1,740 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
115 teachers
Year Founded
1971
Colors
White, Red, Navy Blue
School Rankings
Manalapan High School ranks within the top 50% of all 2,201 schools in New Jersey (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Manalapan High School is 0.39, 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
#877 out of 2201 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
43%
36%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
55%
49%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
23%
23%
Student : Teacher Ratio
15:1
11:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
9%
10%
Hispanic
10%
34%
Black
2%
15%
White
77%
38%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
2%
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
88%
85%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
8%
32%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
2%
6%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NJ Dept. of Education
School Notes
- School Mascot: Manalapan High School Braves
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Manalapan High School's ranking?
Manalapan High School is ranked #877 out of 2,201 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in New Jersey.
What schools are Manalapan High School often compared to?
Manalapan High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Marlboro High School, Freehold Township High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
43% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 36% NJ state average), while 55% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 49% NJ state average).
What is the graduation rate of Manalapan High School?
The graduation rate of Manalapan High School is 88%, which is higher than the New Jersey state average of 85%.
How many students attend Manalapan High School?
1,740 students attend Manalapan High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
77% of Manalapan High School students are White, 10% of students are Hispanic, 9% of students are Asian, 2% of students are Black, and 2% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Manalapan High School?
Manalapan High School has a student ration of 15:1, which is higher than the New Jersey state average of 11:1.
What grades does Manalapan High School offer ?
Manalapan High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Manalapan High School part of?
Manalapan High School is part of Freehold Regional High School District.
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