Serving 1,129 students in grades 9-12, Neptune High School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in New Jersey for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 9% (which is lower than the New Jersey state average of 38%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 25% (which is lower than the New Jersey state average of 49%).
The student-teacher ratio of 13:1 is higher than the New Jersey state level of 11:1.
Minority enrollment is 85% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the New Jersey state average of 63% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 1,129 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 13:1
- Minority Enrollment: 85%
- Graduation Rate: 70% (Btm 50% in NJ)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: 9% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 25% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 13% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Neptune High School serves an attendance zone that covers the entire school district in Neptune, NJ, encompassing approximately 8.8 square miles. The typical drive to the school from within the zone takes about 5 to 10 minutes, with the furthest edge located 3.1 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NJ Dept. of Education
School Overview
Neptune High School's student population of 1,129 students has declined by 11% over five school years.
The teacher population of 87 teachers has declined by 24% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
1,129 students
Showing 2016–2025. View full 39-year historical data
Total Classroom Teachers
87 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. View full 39-year historical data
Year Founded
1897
School Rankings
Neptune High School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 2,184 schools in New Jersey (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Neptune High School is 0.68, 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
#1997 out of 2184 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Showing 2013–2023. View full 14-year historical data
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
9%
38%
Showing 2013–2023. View full 14-year historical data
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
25%
49%
Showing 2012–2022. View full 13-year historical data
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
13%
23%
Student-Teacher Ratio
13:1
11:1
Showing 2016–2025. View full 39-year historical data
Asian
3%
11%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 38-year historical data
Hispanic
41%
35%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 38-year historical data
Black
37%
14%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 38-year historical data
White
15%
37%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 38-year historical data
Two or more races
4%
3%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 17-year historical data
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. View full 38-year historical data
Graduation Rate
70%
90.5%
Showing 2014–2023. View full 13-year historical data
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)35.1%
16.7%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
55%
38%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 36-year historical data
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
12%
5%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 26-year historical data
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NJ Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Neptune High School's ranking?
Neptune High School is ranked #1997 out of 2,184 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in New Jersey.
What schools are Neptune High School often compared to?
Neptune High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Wall High School, Westgate High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
9% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 38% NJ state average), while 25% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 49% NJ state average).
What is the graduation rate of Neptune High School?
The graduation rate of Neptune High School is 70%, which is lower than the New Jersey state average of 90.5%.
How many students attend Neptune High School?
1,129 students attend Neptune High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
41% of Neptune High School students are Hispanic, 37% of students are Black, 15% of students are White, 4% of students are Two or more races, and 3% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Neptune High School?
Neptune High School has a student ration of 13:1, which is higher than the New Jersey state average of 11:1.
What grades does Neptune High School offer ?
Neptune High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Neptune High School part of?
Neptune High School is part of Neptune Township School District.
School Reviews
5 10/10/2025
The amount of opportunities is great for all students here. The teachers are helpful and kind. We have a state-of-the-art building, including our sports facility and a new indoor pool. Our parents all work together through the Red and Black Booster Club.
2 10/10/2025
very bias school with a few teachers that need to be replaced because they are not acting mature enough to teach all the students in a proper manner and find sport in picking on some in stead of helping same,childish
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