Serving 718 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 30%, and reading proficiency is top 30%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 55-59% (which is higher than the New Jersey state average of 38%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 85-89% (which is higher than the New Jersey state average of 49%).
The student-teacher ratio of 12:1 is higher than the New Jersey state level of 11:1.
Minority enrollment is 53% of the student body (majority Asian), which is lower than the New Jersey state average of 63% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 718 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 12:1
- Minority Enrollment: 53%
- Graduation Rate: ≥95% (Top 20% in NJ)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20%
- Math Proficiency: 55-59% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 85-89% (Top 5%)
- Science Proficiency: 50-54% (Top 10%)
- Attendance Zone: Metuchen High School's attendance zone covers the entire Metuchen school district, encompassing approximately 2.9 square miles. Most families can typically drive to the school in 5-10 minutes, with an average distance of 1.2 miles from the school to the zone's edge and a maximum distance of 1.7 miles to the furthest point.
- 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
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Science Proficiency
Graduation Rate
School Overview
Metuchen High School's student population of 718 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 60 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
718 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
60 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Year Founded
1909
School Calendar
Campus Size
25 acres
School Motto
‘Truth and Honor’
School Rankings
Metuchen High School ranks within the top 20% of all 2,184 schools in New Jersey (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Metuchen High School is 0.69, 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
#254 out of 2184 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
55-59%
38%
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
85-89%
49%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
50-54%
23%
Student-Teacher Ratio
12:1
11:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Asian
26%
11%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
14%
35%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Black
4%
14%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
White
47%
37%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
9%
3%
Showing 2014–2025. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Graduation Rate
≥95%
90.5%
Showing 2014–2023. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)7.8%
16.7%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
8%
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, Royal blue
School Mascot
Bulldogs
Source: 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 #254 out of 2,184 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?
55-59% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 38% NJ state average), while 85-89% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 49% NJ state average).
What is the graduation rate of Metuchen High School?
The graduation rate of Metuchen High School is 95%, which is higher than the New Jersey state average of 90.5%.
How many students attend Metuchen High School?
718 students attend Metuchen High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
47% of Metuchen High School students are White, 26% of students are Asian, 14% of students are Hispanic, 9% of students are Two or more races, and 4% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Metuchen High School?
Metuchen High School has a student ration of 12:1, which is higher than the New Jersey state average of 11:1.
What grades does Metuchen High School offer ?
Metuchen High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Metuchen High School part of?
Metuchen High School is part of Metuchen Public School District.
School Reviews
1 10/10/2025
This school is beyond horrible. No one at this school cares about you. You will struggle here. Do not go.
1 10/10/2025
I hate my job. The kids keep on cussing me out. I don't even get pay either, even though I teach Calculus 3.
5 10/10/2025
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.
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