Serving 726 students in grades 9-12, Metuchen High School ranks in the top 20% of all schools in New Jersey for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 20%, and reading proficiency is top 20%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 42% (which is higher than the New Jersey state average of 26%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 75-79% (which is higher than the New Jersey state average of 47%).
The student:teacher ratio of 11:1 is equal to the New Jersey state level of 11:1.
Minority enrollment is 44% of the student body (majority Asian), which is lower than the New Jersey state average of 60% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 726 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 11:1
- Minority Enrollment: 44%
- Graduation Rate: 85-89% (Btm 50% in NJ)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20%
- Math Proficiency: 42% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 75-79% (Top 5%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NJ Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Metuchen High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in New Jersey for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
School Overview
Metuchen High School's student population of 726 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 64 teachers has grown by 12% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
Total Students
726 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
64 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Metuchen High School ranks within the top 20% of all 2,183 schools in New Jersey (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Metuchen High School is 0.62, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.71. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#227 out of 2183 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
42%
26%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
75-79%
47%
Student : Teacher Ratio
11:1
11:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
22%
10%
Hispanic
14%
32%
Black
5%
15%
White
56%
40%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
3%
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
85-89%
88%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
4%
30%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
1%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: 2021-2022 (latest school year available) National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NJ Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Metuchen High School's ranking?
Metuchen High School is ranked #227 out of 2,183 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in New Jersey.
What schools are Metuchen High School often compared to?
Metuchen High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like John P. Stevens 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 26% NJ state average), while 75-79% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% NJ state average).
What is the graduation rate of Metuchen High School?
The graduation rate of Metuchen High School is 85-89%, which is lower than the New Jersey state average of 88%.
How many students attend Metuchen High School?
726 students attend Metuchen High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
56% of Metuchen High School students are White, 22% of students are Asian, 14% of students are Hispanic, 5% of students are Black, and 3% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Metuchen High School?
Metuchen High School has a student ration of 11:1, which is equal to the New Jersey state average of 11:1.
What grades does Metuchen High School offer ?
Metuchen High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12
What school district is Metuchen High School part of?
Metuchen High School is part of Metuchen Public School District.
School Reviews
5 8/18/2020
Metuchen HS is a microcosm of Metuchen itself- small overall population but lots of caring, nurturing people within. Folks who teach at MHS tend to stick around... like any school, there are a few whom you wish would change careers, but overall they are a very dedicated team. Loved growing up there, still have family there, just wish we could afford for my children to grow up there, too, but NJ became too expensive.
1 4/17/2020
I hate my job. The kids keep on cussing me out. I don't even get pay either, even though I teach Calculus 3.
1 3/30/2020
This school is beyond horrible. No one at this school cares about you. You will struggle here. Do not go.
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