Best 08401 New Jersey Public High Schools

For the 2026-27 school year, there are 2 public high schools serving 1,731 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 10% (versus the New Jersey public high school average of 29%), and reading proficiency score of 22% (versus the 47% statewide average). High schools in 08401, NJ have an average ranking of 1/10, which is in the bottom 50% of New Jersey public high schools.
Public high school in zipcode 08401 have a Graduation Rate of 81%, which is less than the New Jersey average of 91%.
The school with highest graduation rate is Atlantic City High School, with 81% graduation rate. Read more about public school graduation rate statistics in New Jersey or national school graduation rate statistics.
Minority enrollment is 95% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Black), which is more than the New Jersey public high school average of 65% (majority Hispanic).

Best 08401, NJ Public High Schools (2026-27)

School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Atlantic City High School
(Math: 10% | Reading: 22%)
Rank:
1/
10
Bottom 50%
1400 N Albany Avenue
Atlantic City, NJ 08401
(609) 343-7300
Gr: 9-12 | 1,731 students Student-teacher ratio: 12:1 Minority enrollment: 95%
Rank: n/an/a
Atlantic Regional School
Alternative School
2562 Tilton Rd
Atlantic City, NJ 08401
(609) 645-6748
Gr: 9-12
[+] Show Closed Public Schools in 08401 New Jersey

08401, New Jersey Public Schools (Closed)

School
Location
Quick Facts
Ace Reentry (Closed 2009)
Alternative School
26 South Pennsylvania Avenue
Atlantic City, NJ 08401
(609) 344-6905
Gr: 6-12 | 1 student
314 North Pennsylvania Ave
Atlantic City, NJ 08401
(609) 344-5851
Gr: 9-12 | 5 students Student-teacher ratio: 5:1
300 Atlantic Avenue
Atlantic City, NJ 08401
(609) 340-8823
Gr: 4-8 | 78 students Minority enrollment: 92%
1750 Bacharach Blvd
Atlantic City, NJ 08401
(609) 348-3485
Gr: PK-8 | 237 students Student-teacher ratio: 8:1 Minority enrollment: 98%
29 N. Ohio Avenue
Atlantic City, NJ 08401
(609) 343-7360
Gr: 7-8

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?
2 public high schools are located in 08401.
What is the racial composition of students in 08401?
08401 public high schools minority enrollment is 95% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Black), which is more than the New Jersey public high schools average of 65% (majority Hispanic).

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