Best 08520 New Jersey Public High Schools (2025)

For the 2025 school year, there is 1 public high school serving 1,633 students in 08520, NJ.
The top ranked public high school in 08520, NJ is Hightstown High School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public high school in zipcode 08520 have an average math proficiency score of 15% (versus the New Jersey public high school average of 28%), and reading proficiency score of 42% (versus the 47% statewide average). High schools in 08520, 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 08520 have a Graduation Rate of 88%, which is more than the New Jersey average of 85%.
The school with highest graduation rate is Hightstown High School, with 88% graduation rate. Read more about public school graduation rate statistics in New Jersey or national school graduation rate statistics.
Minority enrollment is 75% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the New Jersey public high school average of 63% (majority Hispanic).

Best 08520, NJ Public High Schools (2025)

School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
Hightstown High School
(Math: 15% | Reading: 42%)
Rank:
3/
10
Bottom 50%
25 Leshin Lane
Hightstown, NJ 08520
(609) 443-7738
Grades: 9-12
| 1,633 students

Frequently Asked Questions

What are the top ranked public high schools in 08520, NJ?
The top ranked public high schools in 08520, NJ include Hightstown High School.
How many public high schools are located in 08520?
1 public high schools are located in 08520.
What is the racial composition of students in 08520?
08520 public high schools minority enrollment is 75% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the New Jersey public high schools average of 63% (majority Hispanic).

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