Best 07040 New Jersey Public High Schools (2025)

For the 2025 school year, there is 1 public high school serving 1,933 students in 07040, NJ.
The top ranked public high school in 07040, NJ is Columbia High School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public high school in zipcode 07040 have an average math proficiency score of 30% (versus the New Jersey public high school average of 28%), and reading proficiency score of 69% (versus the 47% statewide average). High schools in 07040, NJ have an average ranking of 8/10, which is in the top 30% of New Jersey public high schools.
Public high school in zipcode 07040 have a Graduation Rate of 87%, which is more than the New Jersey average of 85%.
The school with highest graduation rate is Columbia High School, with 87% graduation rate. Read more about public school graduation rate statistics in New Jersey or national school graduation rate statistics.
Minority enrollment is 50% of the student body (majority Black), which is less than the New Jersey public high school average of 63% (majority Hispanic).

Best 07040, NJ Public High Schools (2025)

School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
Columbia High School
(Math: 30% | Reading: 69%)
Rank:
7/
10
Top 50%
17 Parker Ave
Maplewood, NJ 07040
(973) 762-5600
Grades: 9-12
| 1,933 students

Frequently Asked Questions

What are the top ranked public high schools in 07040, NJ?
The top ranked public high schools in 07040, NJ include Columbia High School.
How many public high schools are located in 07040?
1 public high schools are located in 07040.
What is the racial composition of students in 07040?
07040 public high schools minority enrollment is 50% of the student body (majority Black), which is less than the New Jersey public high schools average of 63% (majority Hispanic).

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