For the 2026-27 school year, there are 4 public high schools serving 2,647 students in 08527, NJ.
The top-ranked public high schools in 08527, NJ are Jackson Memorial High School and Jackson Liberty High School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public high schools in zipcode 08527 have an average math proficiency score of 21% (versus the New Jersey public high school average of 29%), and reading proficiency score of 34% (versus the 47% statewide average). High schools in 08527, NJ have an average ranking of 3/10, which is in the bottom 50% of New Jersey public high schools.
Public high school in zipcode 08527 have a Graduation Rate of 94%, which is more than the New Jersey average of 91%.
The school with highest graduation rate is Jackson Memorial High School, with 94% graduation rate. Read more about public school graduation rate statistics in New Jersey or national school graduation rate statistics.
Minority enrollment is 45% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the New Jersey public high school average of 65% (majority Hispanic).
Best 08527, NJ Public High Schools (2026-27)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Jackson Memorial High School
(Math: 25% | Reading: 40%)
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
101 Don Connor Boulevard
Jackson, NJ 08527
(732) 833-4670
Jackson, NJ 08527
(732) 833-4670
Gr: 9-12 | 1,577 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 40%
Rank: #22.
Jackson Liberty High School
(Math: 16% | Reading: 25%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
125 North Hope Chapel Road
Jackson, NJ 08527
(732) 833-4700
Jackson, NJ 08527
(732) 833-4700
Gr: 9-12 | 1,012 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 51%
Rank: n/an/a
Manchester Regional Day School
Special Education School
890 Toms River Road
Jackson, NJ 08527
(732) 928-1500
Jackson, NJ 08527
(732) 928-1500
Gr: PK-12 | 56 students Student-teacher ratio: 4:1 Minority enrollment: 61%
Rank: n/an/a
Ocean County Vocational Technical School Jackson Center
Vocational School
850 Toms River Road
Jackson, NJ 08527
(732) 286-5665
Jackson, NJ 08527
(732) 286-5665
Gr: 9-12 | 2 students Minority enrollment: 50%
08527, New Jersey Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Quick Facts
35 South Hope Chapel Road
Jackson, NJ 08527
(732) 833-4701
Jackson, NJ 08527
(732) 833-4701
Gr: 6-8 | 665 students Student-teacher ratio: 10:1 Minority enrollment: 57%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public high schools in 08527, NJ?
The top-ranked public high schools in 08527, NJ include Jackson Memorial High School and Jackson Liberty High School.
How many public high schools are located in 08527?
4 public high schools are located in 08527.
What is the racial composition of students in 08527?
08527 public high schools minority enrollment is 45% 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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