For the 2026 school year, there is 1 public high school serving 698 students in Metuchen, NJ.
The top-ranked public high school in Metuchen, NJ is Metuchen High School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Metuchen, NJ public high school have an average math proficiency score of 57% (versus the New Jersey public high school average of 29%), and reading proficiency score of 87% (versus the 47% statewide average). High schools in Metuchen have an average ranking of 10/10, which is in the top 5% of New Jersey public high schools.
Metuchen, NJ public high school have a Graduation Rate of 95%, which is more than the New Jersey average of 91%.
The school with highest graduation rate is Metuchen High School, with ≥95% 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 Asian), which is less than the New Jersey public high school average of 63% (majority Hispanic).
Best Public High Schools in Metuchen, NJ (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Metuchen High School
(Math: 55-59% | Reading: 85-89%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
400 Grove Ave
Metuchen, NJ 08840
(732) 321-8744
Metuchen, NJ 08840
(732) 321-8744
Gr: 9-12 | 698 students Student-teacher ratio: 11:1 Minority enrollment: 49%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public high schools in Metuchen, NJ?
The top-ranked public high schools in Metuchen, NJ include Metuchen High School.
How many public high schools are located in Metuchen?
1 public high schools are located in Metuchen.
What is the racial composition of students in Metuchen?
Metuchen public high schools minority enrollment is 50% of the student body (majority Asian), which is less than the New Jersey public high schools average of 63% (majority Hispanic).
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