Monroe Township High School is a comprehensive four-year public high school located in Monroe Township, in Middlesex County, in the U.S. state of New Jersey, serving students in ninth through twelfth grades part of the Monroe Township School District.
Serving 2,620 students in grades 9-12, Monroe Township High School ranks in the top 30% 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 53% (which is higher than the New Jersey state average of 38%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 67% (which is higher than the New Jersey state average of 49%).
The student-teacher ratio of 14:1 is higher than the New Jersey state level of 11:1.
Minority enrollment is 63% of the student body (majority Asian), which is higher than the New Jersey state average of 62% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Quick Facts (2025-26)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 2,620 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 63%
- Graduation Rate: 94% (Top 50% in NJ)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30%
- Math Proficiency: 53% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 67% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: 24% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NJ Dept. of Education
School Overview
Monroe Township High School's student population of 2,620 students has grown by 12% over five school years.
The teacher population of 186 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
2,620 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
186 teachers
Year Founded
1974
Colors
Purple, Gold
School Rankings
Monroe Township High School ranks within the top 30% of all 2,184 schools in New Jersey (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Monroe Township High School is 0.65, 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
#547 out of 2184 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
53%
38%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
67%
49%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
24%
23%
Student-Teacher Ratio
14:1
11:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
45%
11%
Hispanic
13%
34%
Black
4%
14%
White
37%
38%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
1%
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
94%
85%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
8%
32%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
3%
6%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NJ Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Monroe Township High School's ranking?
Monroe Township High School is ranked #547 out of 2,184 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in New Jersey.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
53% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 38% NJ state average), while 67% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 49% NJ state average).
What is the graduation rate of Monroe Township High School?
The graduation rate of Monroe Township High School is 94%, which is higher than the New Jersey state average of 85%.
How many students attend Monroe Township High School?
2,620 students attend Monroe Township High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
45% of Monroe Township High School students are Asian, 37% of students are White, 13% of students are Hispanic, 4% of students are Black, and 1% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Monroe Township High School?
Monroe Township High School has a student ration of 14:1, which is higher than the New Jersey state average of 11:1.
What grades does Monroe Township High School offer ?
Monroe Township High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Monroe Township High School part of?
Monroe Township High School is part of Monroe Township School District.
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