For the 2026 school year, there is 1 public high school serving 1,961 students in 07042, NJ.
The top-ranked public high school in 07042, NJ is Montclair High School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public high school in zipcode 07042 have an average math proficiency score of 28% (versus the New Jersey public high school average of 29%), and reading proficiency score of 46% (versus the 47% statewide average). High schools in 07042, NJ have an average ranking of 5/10, which is in the bottom 50% of New Jersey public high schools.
Public high school in zipcode 07042 have a Graduation Rate of 94%, which is more than the New Jersey average of 91%.
The school with highest graduation rate is Montclair 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 51% of the student body (majority Black), which is less than the New Jersey public high school average of 63% (majority Hispanic).
Best 07042, NJ Public High Schools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Montclair High School
(Math: 28% | Reading: 46%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
100 Chestnut St
Montclair, NJ 07042
(973) 509-4100
Montclair, NJ 07042
(973) 509-4100
Gr: 9-12 | 1,961 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 51%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public high schools in 07042, NJ?
The top-ranked public high schools in 07042, NJ include Montclair High School.
How many public high schools are located in 07042?
1 public high schools are located in 07042.
What is the racial composition of students in 07042?
07042 public high schools minority enrollment is 51% 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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