For the 2026 school year, there is 1 public high school serving 1,799 students in 08865, NJ.
The top-ranked public high school in 08865, NJ is Phillipsburg High School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public high school in zipcode 08865 have an average math proficiency score of 24% (versus the New Jersey public high school average of 29%), and reading proficiency score of 37% (versus the 47% statewide average). High schools in 08865, NJ have an average ranking of 4/10, which is in the bottom 50% of New Jersey public high schools.
Public high school in zipcode 08865 have a Graduation Rate of 89%, which is less than the New Jersey average of 91%.
The school with highest graduation rate is Phillipsburg 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 49% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Black), which is less than the New Jersey public high school average of 63% (majority Hispanic).
Best 08865, NJ Public High Schools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Phillipsburg High School
(Math: 24% | Reading: 37%)
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
1 Stateliner Blvd.
Phillipsburg, NJ 08865
(908) 454-3400
Phillipsburg, NJ 08865
(908) 454-3400
Gr: 9-12 | 1,799 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 49%
08865, New Jersey Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Quick Facts
712 South Main Street
Phillipsburg, NJ 08865
(908) 213-2476
Phillipsburg, NJ 08865
(908) 213-2476
Gr: 3-5 | 279 students Student-teacher ratio: 10:1
Delaware Park School (Closed 2023)
Special Education School
Second & Aurora Sts.
Phillipsburg, NJ 08865
(908) 213-6388
Phillipsburg, NJ 08865
(908) 213-6388
Gr: K | 97 students Student-teacher ratio: 32:1 Minority enrollment: 8%
120 Filmore Street
Phillipsburg, NJ 08865
(908) 454-2263
Phillipsburg, NJ 08865
(908) 454-2263
Gr: 1-3 | 211 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1
Fairview Avenue
Phillipsburg, NJ 08865
(908) 213-2688
Phillipsburg, NJ 08865
(908) 213-2688
Gr: 9-12 | 60 students Minority enrollment: 12%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public high schools in 08865, NJ?
The top-ranked public high schools in 08865, NJ include Phillipsburg High School.
How many public high schools are located in 08865?
1 public high schools are located in 08865.
What is the racial composition of students in 08865?
08865 public high schools minority enrollment is 49% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Black), which is less than the New Jersey public high schools average of 63% (majority Hispanic).
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