For the 2026 school year, there is 1 public high school serving 717 students in 08204, NJ.
The top-ranked public high school in 08204, NJ is Lower Cape May Regional High School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public high school in zipcode 08204 have an average math proficiency score of 27% (versus the New Jersey public high school average of 29%), and reading proficiency score of 38% (versus the 47% statewide average). High schools in 08204, 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 08204 have a Graduation Rate of 72%, which is less than the New Jersey average of 91%.
The school with highest graduation rate is Lower Cape May Regional High School, with 70-74% graduation rate. Read more about public school graduation rate statistics in New Jersey or national school graduation rate statistics.
Minority enrollment is 24% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the New Jersey public high school average of 65% (majority Hispanic).
Best 08204, NJ Public High Schools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Lower Cape May Regional High School
(Math: 25-29% | Reading: 38%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
687 Rt 9
Cape May, NJ 08204
(609) 884-3475
Cape May, NJ 08204
(609) 884-3475
Gr: 9-12 | 717 students Student-teacher ratio: 12:1 Minority enrollment: 24%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public high schools in 08204, NJ?
The top-ranked public high schools in 08204, NJ include Lower Cape May Regional High School.
How many public high schools are located in 08204?
1 public high schools are located in 08204.
What is the racial composition of students in 08204?
08204 public high schools minority enrollment is 24% 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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