For the 2025 school year, there are 3 public high schools serving 1,699 students in 08401, NJ.
The top ranked public high school in 08401, NJ is Atlantic City High School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public high schools in zipcode 08401 have an average math proficiency score of 12% (versus the New Jersey public high school average of 28%), and reading proficiency score of 22% (versus the 47% statewide average). High schools in 08401, NJ have an average ranking of 2/10, which is in the bottom 50% of New Jersey public high schools.
Public high school in zipcode 08401 have a Graduation Rate of 66%, which is less than the New Jersey average of 85%.
The school with highest graduation rate is Atlantic City High School, with 66% graduation rate. Read more about public school graduation rate statistics in New Jersey or national school graduation rate statistics.
Minority enrollment is 94% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Black), which is more than the New Jersey public high school average of 63% (majority Hispanic).
Best 08401, NJ Public High Schools (2025)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
Atlantic City High School
(Math: 12% | Reading: 22%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
1400 N Albany Avenue
Atlantic City, NJ 08401
(609) 343-7300
Atlantic City, NJ 08401
(609) 343-7300
Grades: 9-12
| 1,699 students
Rank: n/an/a
Atlantic Regional School
Alternative School
2562 Tilton Rd
Atlantic City, NJ 08401
(609) 645-6748
Atlantic City, NJ 08401
(609) 645-6748
Grades: 9-12
| n/a students
Rank: n/an/a
Youth Enlightenment Center
Alternative School
360 N South Carolina Ave
Atlantic City, NJ 08401
(609) 839-5538
Atlantic City, NJ 08401
(609) 839-5538
Grades: PK-12
| n/a students
08401, New Jersey Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Grades
Students
Ace Reentry (Closed 2009)
Alternative School
26 South Pennsylvania Avenue
Atlantic City, NJ 08401
(609) 344-6905
Atlantic City, NJ 08401
(609) 344-6905
Grades: 6-12
| 1 students
Atlantic City Transition Day Prog (Closed 2012)
Alternative School
314 North Pennsylvania Ave
Atlantic City, NJ 08401
(609) 344-5851
Atlantic City, NJ 08401
(609) 344-5851
Grades: 9-12
| 5 students
Learning Center Charter School (Closed 2005)
Charter School
300 Atlantic Avenue
Atlantic City, NJ 08401
(609) 340-8823
Atlantic City, NJ 08401
(609) 340-8823
Grades: 4-8
| 78 students
Oceanside Charter School (Closed 2014)
Charter School
1750 Bacharach Blvd
Atlantic City, NJ 08401
(609) 348-3485
Atlantic City, NJ 08401
(609) 348-3485
Grades: PK-8
| 237 students
29 N. Ohio Avenue
Atlantic City, NJ 08401
(609) 343-7360
Atlantic City, NJ 08401
(609) 343-7360
Grades: 7-8
| n/a students
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public high schools in 08401, NJ?
The top ranked public high schools in 08401, NJ include Atlantic City High School.
How many public high schools are located in 08401?
3 public high schools are located in 08401.
What is the racial composition of students in 08401?
08401 public high schools minority enrollment is 94% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Black), which is more than the New Jersey public high schools average of 63% (majority Hispanic).
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