For the 2026-27 school year, there are 2 public high schools serving 2,095 students in 08050, NJ.
The top-ranked public high schools in 08050, NJ are Marine Academy Of Technology And Environmental Science and Southern Regional High School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public high schools in zipcode 08050 have an average math proficiency score of 36% (versus the New Jersey public high school average of 29%), and reading proficiency score of 47% (versus the 47% statewide average). High schools in 08050, NJ have an average ranking of 6/10, which is in the top 50% of New Jersey public high schools.
Public high school in zipcode 08050 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 Technology And Environmental Science, with ≥95% graduation rate. Read more about public school graduation rate statistics in New Jersey or national school graduation rate statistics.
Minority enrollment is 19% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the New Jersey public high school average of 65% (majority Hispanic).
Best 08050, NJ Public High Schools (2026-27)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Marine Academy Of Technology And Environmental Science
Vocational School
(Math: 90-94% | Reading: ≥95%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 1%10
195 Cedar Bridge Road
Manahawkin, NJ 08050
(609) 978-8439
Manahawkin, NJ 08050
(609) 978-8439
Gr: 9-12 | 275 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 36%
Rank: #22.
Southern Regional High School
(Math: 27% | Reading: 40%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
90 Cedar Bridge Road
Manahawkin, NJ 08050
(609) 597-9481
Manahawkin, NJ 08050
(609) 597-9481
Gr: 9-12 | 1,820 students Student-teacher ratio: 12:1 Minority enrollment: 17%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public high schools in 08050, NJ?
The top-ranked public high schools in 08050, NJ include Marine Academy Of Technology And Environmental Science and Southern Regional High School.
How many public high schools are located in 08050?
2 public high schools are located in 08050.
What is the racial composition of students in 08050?
08050 public high schools minority enrollment is 19% 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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