Serving 1,690 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 42% (which is higher than the New Jersey state average of 38%). 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 25% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Asian), which is lower than the New Jersey state average of 63% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 1,690 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Minority Enrollment: 25%
- Graduation Rate: 97% (Top 10% in NJ)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50%
- Math Proficiency: 42% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 55% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 23% (Top 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Manalapan High School serves the northwest part of Englishtown, NJ, covering an area of approximately 24.8 square miles. Most students live within a 5-10 minute drive from the school, with an average distance of about 3 miles to the edge of the attendance zone, reaching up to 4 miles at its furthest point.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NJ Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Manalapan High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in New Jersey for:
Category
Attribute
Graduation Rate
School Overview
Manalapan High School's student population of 1,690 students has declined by 7% over five school years.
The teacher population of 113 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
1,690 students
Showing 2016–2025. View full 39-year historical data
Total Classroom Teachers
113 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. View full 39-year historical data
Year Founded
1971
School Rankings
Manalapan High School ranks within the top 50% of all 2,184 schools in New Jersey (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Manalapan High School is 0.42, 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
#919 out of 2184 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Showing 2013–2023. View full 14-year historical data
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
42%
38%
Showing 2013–2023. View full 14-year historical data
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
55%
49%
Showing 2012–2022. View full 13-year historical data
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
23%
23%
Student-Teacher Ratio
15:1
11:1
Showing 2016–2025. View full 39-year historical data
Asian
10%
11%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 38-year historical data
Hispanic
11%
35%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 38-year historical data
Black
2%
14%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 38-year historical data
White
75%
37%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 38-year historical data
Two or more races
2%
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. View full 38-year historical data
Graduation Rate
97%
90.5%
Showing 2014–2023. View full 13-year historical data
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)24.8%
16.7%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
12%
38%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 36-year historical data
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
2%
5%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 24-year historical data
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Sports
Colors
White, Red, Navy Blue
School Mascot
Manalapan High School Braves
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NJ Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Manalapan High School's ranking?
Manalapan High School is ranked #919 out of 2,184 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?
42% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 38% 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 97%, which is higher than the New Jersey state average of 90.5%.
How many students attend Manalapan High School?
1,690 students attend Manalapan High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
75% of Manalapan High School students are White, 11% of students are Hispanic, 10% 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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