For the 2026 school year, there are 2 public high schools serving 1,947 students in 08859, NJ.
The top-ranked public high school in 08859, NJ is Sayreville War Memorial High School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public high schools in zipcode 08859 have an average math proficiency score of 16% (versus the New Jersey public high school average of 29%), and reading proficiency score of 56% (versus the 47% statewide average). High schools in 08859, 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 08859 have a Graduation Rate of 89%, which is less than the New Jersey average of 91%.
The school with highest graduation rate is Sayreville War Memorial High School, with 89% graduation rate. Read more about public school graduation rate statistics in New Jersey or national school graduation rate statistics.
Minority enrollment is 66% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Black), which is more than the New Jersey public high school average of 65% (majority Hispanic).
Best 08859, NJ Public High Schools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Sayreville War Memorial High School
(Math: 16% | Reading: 56%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
820 Washington Road
Parlin, NJ 08859
(732) 525-5252
Parlin, NJ 08859
(732) 525-5252
Gr: 9-12 | 1,764 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 65%
Rank: n/an/a
Center For Lifelong Learning
Special Education School
333 Cheesequake Rd
Parlin, NJ 08859
(732) 727-3736
Parlin, NJ 08859
(732) 727-3736
Gr: PK-12 | 183 students Student-teacher ratio: 8:1 Minority enrollment: 77%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public high schools in 08859, NJ?
The top-ranked public high schools in 08859, NJ include Sayreville War Memorial High School.
How many public high schools are located in 08859?
2 public high schools are located in 08859.
What is the racial composition of students in 08859?
08859 public high schools minority enrollment is 66% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Black), which is more than the New Jersey public high schools average of 65% (majority Hispanic).
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