Best 08610 New Jersey Public High Schools (2026)

For the 2026 school year, there are 2 public high schools serving 1,808 students in 08610, NJ.
The top-ranked public high school in 08610, NJ is Hamilton West-watson. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public high schools in zipcode 08610 have an average math proficiency score of 7% (versus the New Jersey public high school average of 29%), and reading proficiency score of 23% (versus the 47% statewide average). High schools in 08610, 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 08610 have a Graduation Rate of 90%, which is less than the New Jersey average of 91%.
The school with highest graduation rate is Hamilton West-watson, with 90% graduation rate. Read more about public school graduation rate statistics in New Jersey or national school graduation rate statistics.
Minority enrollment is 82% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the New Jersey public high school average of 65% (majority Hispanic).

Best 08610, NJ Public High Schools (2026)

School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Hamilton West-watson
(Math: 7% | Reading: 23%)
Rank:
1/
10
Bottom 50%
2720 South Clinton Avenue
Trenton, NJ 08610
(609) 631-4168
Gr: 9-12 | 1,408 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 78%
Rank: n/an/a
Mccorristin Charter School
Charter School
175 Leonard Avenue
Trenton, NJ 08610
(609) 586-3705
Gr: K-12 | 400 students Student-teacher ratio: 100:1 Minority enrollment: 99%

Frequently Asked Questions

What are the top-ranked public high schools in 08610, NJ?
The top-ranked public high schools in 08610, NJ include Hamilton West-watson.
How many public high schools are located in 08610?
2 public high schools are located in 08610.
What is the racial composition of students in 08610?
08610 public high schools minority enrollment is 82% 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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