For the 2026 school year, there are 4 public high schools serving 2,910 students in 07501, NJ.
The top-ranked public high schools in 07501, NJ are Alternative High School, International High School and Eastside High School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public high schools in zipcode 07501 have an average math proficiency score of 3% (versus the New Jersey public high school average of 29%), and reading proficiency score of 15% (versus the 47% statewide average). High schools in 07501, NJ have an average ranking of 1/10, which is in the bottom 50% of New Jersey public high schools.
Public high school in zipcode 07501 have a Graduation Rate of 84%, which is less than the New Jersey average of 91%.
The school with highest graduation rate is International 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 98% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the New Jersey public high school average of 65% (majority Hispanic).
Best 07501, NJ Public High Schools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Alternative High School
Alternative School
(Math: ≤20% | Reading: <50%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
350 Market Street
Paterson, NJ 07501
(973) 321-0110
Paterson, NJ 07501
(973) 321-0110
Gr: 9-12 | 81 students Student-teacher ratio: 4:1
Rank: #22.
International High School
(Math: ≤5% | Reading: 25-29%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
200 Grand Street
Paterson, NJ 07501
(973) 321-2280
Paterson, NJ 07501
(973) 321-2280
Gr: 9-12 | 650 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 95%
Rank: #33.
Eastside High School
(Math: ≤1% | Reading: 9%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
150 Park Avenue
Paterson, NJ 07501
(973) 321-2354
Paterson, NJ 07501
(973) 321-2354
Gr: 9-12 | 2,073 students Student-teacher ratio: 16:1 Minority enrollment: 99%
Rank: n/an/a
151 Ellison Street
Paterson, NJ 07501
(973) 321-0760
Paterson, NJ 07501
(973) 321-0760
Gr: 9-12 | 106 students Student-teacher ratio: 18:1
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public high schools in 07501, NJ?
The top-ranked public high schools in 07501, NJ include Alternative High School, International High School and Eastside High School.
How many public high schools are located in 07501?
4 public high schools are located in 07501.
What is the racial composition of students in 07501?
07501 public high schools minority enrollment is 98% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the New Jersey public high schools average of 65% (majority Hispanic).
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