For the 2026 school year, there is 1 public high school serving 890 students in 08609, NJ.
The top-ranked public high school in 08609, NJ is Trenton Central High School-9th Grade Academy. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public high school in zipcode 08609 have an average math proficiency score of 3% (versus the New Jersey public high school average of 29%), and reading proficiency score of 12% (versus the 47% statewide average). High schools in 08609, NJ have an average ranking of 1/10, which is in the bottom 50% of New Jersey public high schools.
Minority enrollment is 99% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the New Jersey public high school average of 65% (majority Hispanic).
Best 08609, NJ Public High Schools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Trenton Central High School-9th Grade Academy
(Math: 3% | Reading: 12%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
500 Perry Street
Trenton, NJ 08609
(609) 656-4900
Trenton, NJ 08609
(609) 656-4900
Gr: 9 | 890 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 99%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public high schools in 08609, NJ?
The top-ranked public high schools in 08609, NJ include Trenton Central High School-9th Grade Academy.
How many public high schools are located in 08609?
1 public high schools are located in 08609.
What is the racial composition of students in 08609?
08609 public high schools minority enrollment is 99% 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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