For the 2026-27 school year, there are 2 public high schools serving 554 students in Highlands, NJ.
The top-ranked public high school in Highlands, NJ is Marine Academy Of Science And Technology. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Highlands, NJ public high schools have an average math proficiency score of 82% (versus the New Jersey public high school average of 29%), and reading proficiency score of 95% (versus the 47% statewide average). High schools in Highlands have an average ranking of 10/10, which is in the top 1% of New Jersey public high schools.
Highlands, NJ public high school have a Graduation Rate of 90%, which is less than the New Jersey average of 91%.
The school with highest graduation rate is Marine Academy Of Science And Technology, with ≥90% 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 and Asian), which is less than the New Jersey public high school average of 65% (majority Hispanic).
Best Public High Schools in Highlands, NJ (2026-27)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Marine Academy Of Science And Technology
Vocational School
(Math: 80-84% | Reading: ≥95%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 1%10
305 Mast Way
Highlands, NJ 07732
(732) 291-0995
Highlands, NJ 07732
(732) 291-0995
Gr: 9-12 | 276 students Student-teacher ratio: 10:1 Minority enrollment: 27%
Rank: n/an/a
1 Grand Tour
Highlands, NJ 07732
(732) 872-0900
Highlands, NJ 07732
(732) 872-0900
Gr: 7-12 | 278 students Student-teacher ratio: 7:1 Minority enrollment: 22%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public high schools in Highlands, NJ?
The top-ranked public high schools in Highlands, NJ include Marine Academy Of Science And Technology.
How many public high schools are located in Highlands?
2 public high schools are located in Highlands.
What is the racial composition of students in Highlands?
Highlands public high schools minority enrollment is 24% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Asian), which is less than the New Jersey public high schools average of 65% (majority Hispanic).
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