For the 2026-27 school year, there is 1 public high school serving 1,934 students in Linden, NJ.
The top-ranked public high school in Linden, NJ is Linden High School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Linden, NJ public high school have an average math proficiency score of 9% (versus the New Jersey public high school average of 29%), and reading proficiency score of 30% (versus the 47% statewide average). High schools in Linden have an average ranking of 2/10, which is in the bottom 50% of New Jersey public high schools.
Linden, 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 Linden High School, with 90% graduation rate. Read more about public school graduation rate statistics in New Jersey or national school graduation rate statistics.
Minority enrollment is 88% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the New Jersey public high school average of 65% (majority Hispanic).
Best Public High Schools in Linden, NJ (2026-27)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Linden High School
(Math: 9% | Reading: 30%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
121 West St. Georges Ave.
Linden, NJ 07036
(908) 486-5432
Linden, NJ 07036
(908) 486-5432
Gr: 9-12 | 1,934 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 88%
Linden, New Jersey Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Quick Facts
Union County Jdc High School (Closed 2023)
Alternative School
1075 Edward Street
Linden, NJ 07036
(908) 523-1590
Linden, NJ 07036
(908) 523-1590
Gr: 8-11 | 34 students Minority enrollment: 97%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public high schools in Linden, NJ?
The top-ranked public high schools in Linden, NJ include Linden High School.
How many public high schools are located in Linden?
1 public high schools are located in Linden.
What is the racial composition of students in Linden?
Linden public high schools minority enrollment is 88% 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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