For the 2026 school year, there are 2 public high schools serving 2,939 students in 07002, NJ.
The top-ranked public high schools in 07002, NJ are Bayonne Alternative High School and Bayonne High School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public high schools in zipcode 07002 have an average math proficiency score of 21% (versus the New Jersey public high school average of 29%), and reading proficiency score of 40% (versus the 47% statewide average). High schools in 07002, NJ have an average ranking of 4/10, which is in the bottom 50% of New Jersey public high schools.
Public high school in zipcode 07002 have a Graduation Rate of 87%, which is less than the New Jersey average of 91%.
The school with highest graduation rate is Bayonne High School, with 92% graduation rate. Read more about public school graduation rate statistics in New Jersey or national school graduation rate statistics.
Minority enrollment is 63% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the New Jersey public high school average of 65% (majority Hispanic).
Best 07002, NJ Public High Schools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Bayonne Alternative High School
(Math: ≤20% | Reading: 40-59% )
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
669 Avenue A
Bayonne, NJ 07002
(201) 858-5895
Bayonne, NJ 07002
(201) 858-5895
Gr: 9-12 | 109 students Minority enrollment: 74%
Rank: #22.
Bayonne High School
(Math: 20% | Reading: 40%)
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
669 Avenue A
Bayonne, NJ 07002
(201) 858-5900
Bayonne, NJ 07002
(201) 858-5900
Gr: 9-12 | 2,830 students Student-teacher ratio: 12:1 Minority enrollment: 63%
07002, New Jersey Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Quick Facts
Hcst Bayonne Center (Closed 2009)
Vocational School
Avenue A & 28th Street
Bayonne, NJ 07002
(201) 854-2107
Bayonne, NJ 07002
(201) 854-2107
Gr: 9-12 | 36 students Student-teacher ratio: 18:1 Minority enrollment: 47%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public high schools in 07002, NJ?
The top-ranked public high schools in 07002, NJ include Bayonne Alternative High School and Bayonne High School.
How many public high schools are located in 07002?
2 public high schools are located in 07002.
What is the racial composition of students in 07002?
07002 public high schools minority enrollment is 63% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the New Jersey public high schools average of 65% (majority Hispanic).
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