For the 2026 school year, there are 3 public high schools serving 1,753 students in 07108, NJ.
The top-ranked public high schools in 07108, NJ are University High School and Malcolm X Shabazz High School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public high schools in zipcode 07108 have an average math proficiency score of 9% (versus the New Jersey public high school average of 29%), and reading proficiency score of 38% (versus the 47% statewide average). High schools in 07108, NJ have an average ranking of 3/10, which is in the bottom 50% of New Jersey public high schools.
Public high school in zipcode 07108 have a Graduation Rate of 82%, which is less than the New Jersey average of 91%.
The school with highest graduation rate is University High School, with 90-94% graduation rate. Read more about public school graduation rate statistics in New Jersey or national school graduation rate statistics.
Minority enrollment is 99% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the New Jersey public high school average of 65% (majority Hispanic).
Best 07108, NJ Public High Schools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
University High School
(Math: 10-14% | Reading: 45-49%)
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
55 Clinton Pl
Newark, NJ 07108
(973) 374-3190
Newark, NJ 07108
(973) 374-3190
Gr: 8-12 | 426 students Student-teacher ratio: 12:1 Minority enrollment: 99%
Rank: #22.
Malcolm X Shabazz High School
(Math: ≤5% | Reading: 11-19%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
80 Johnson Ave
Newark, NJ 07108
(973) 733-6974
Newark, NJ 07108
(973) 733-6974
Gr: 9-12 | 531 students Student-teacher ratio: 21:1 Minority enrollment: 99%
Rank: n/an/a
People's Achieve Community Charter School
Charter School
534 Clinton Avenue
Newark, NJ 07108
(973) 556-7070
Newark, NJ 07108
(973) 556-7070
Gr: K-12 | 796 students Student-teacher ratio: 31:1
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public high schools in 07108, NJ?
The top-ranked public high schools in 07108, NJ include University High School and Malcolm X Shabazz High School.
How many public high schools are located in 07108?
3 public high schools are located in 07108.
What is the racial composition of students in 07108?
07108 public high schools minority enrollment is 99% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the New Jersey public high schools average of 65% (majority Hispanic).
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