For the 2026-27 school year, there is 1 public high school serving 1,188 students in 07008, NJ.
The top-ranked public high school in 07008, NJ is Carteret High School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public high school in zipcode 07008 have an average math proficiency score of 8% (versus the New Jersey public high school average of 29%), and reading proficiency score of 32% (versus the 47% statewide average). High schools in 07008, 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 07008 have a Graduation Rate of 92%, which is more than the New Jersey average of 91%.
The school with highest graduation rate is Carteret 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 90% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the New Jersey public high school average of 65% (majority Hispanic).
Best 07008, NJ Public High Schools (2026-27)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Carteret High School
(Math: 8% | Reading: 32%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
199 Washington Avenue
Carteret, NJ 07008
(732) 541-8960
Carteret, NJ 07008
(732) 541-8960
Gr: 9-12 | 1,188 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 90%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public high schools in 07008, NJ?
The top-ranked public high schools in 07008, NJ include Carteret High School.
How many public high schools are located in 07008?
1 public high schools are located in 07008.
What is the racial composition of students in 07008?
07008 public high schools minority enrollment is 90% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the New Jersey public high schools average of 65% (majority Hispanic).
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