Best 07090 New Jersey Public High Schools (2026-27)

For the 2026-27 school year, there are 4 public high schools serving 1,951 students in 07090, NJ.
The top-ranked public high schools in 07090, NJ are Westfield Senior High School and Hillcrest Academy-south. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public high schools in zipcode 07090 have an average math proficiency score of 69% (versus the New Jersey public high school average of 29%), and reading proficiency score of 76% (versus the 47% statewide average). High schools in 07090, NJ have an average ranking of 10/10, which is in the top 5% of New Jersey public high schools.
Public high school in zipcode 07090 have a Graduation Rate of 96%, which is more than the New Jersey average of 91%.
The school with highest graduation rate is Westfield Senior High School, with 96% graduation rate. Read more about public school graduation rate statistics in New Jersey or national school graduation rate statistics.
Minority enrollment is 27% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Asian), which is less than the New Jersey public high school average of 65% (majority Hispanic).

Best 07090, NJ Public High Schools (2026-27)

School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Westfield Senior High School
(Math: 69% | Reading: 76%)
Rank:
10/
10
Top 10%
550 Dorian Road
Westfield, NJ 07090
(908) 789-4500
Gr: 9-12 | 1,776 students Student-teacher ratio: 11:1 Minority enrollment: 22%
Rank: #22.
Hillcrest Academy-south
Alternative School
(Math: ≤20% | Reading: <50% )
Rank:
3/
10
Bottom 50%
1571 Lamberts Mill Road
Westfield, NJ 07090
(908) 654-8558
Gr: 9-12 | 87 students Student-teacher ratio: 7:1 Minority enrollment: 94%
Rank: n/an/a
Lamberts Mill Academy
Special Education School
1571 Lamberts Mill Road
Westfield, NJ 07090
(908) 233-7581
Gr: 6-12 | 42 students Student-teacher ratio: 5:1 Minority enrollment: 67%
Rank: n/an/a
Westlake
Special Education School
1571 Lamberts Mill Rd
Westfield, NJ 07090
(908) 232-4181
Gr: 4-12 | 46 students Student-teacher ratio: 5:1 Minority enrollment: 81%
[+] Show Closed Public Schools in 07090 New Jersey

07090, New Jersey Public Schools (Closed)

School
Location
Quick Facts
Centennial High School (Closed 2023)
Special Education School
728 Westfield Ave.
Westfield, NJ 07090
(908) 654-8558
Gr: Inquire with school | 35 students Student-teacher ratio: 5:1 Minority enrollment: 94%

Frequently Asked Questions

What are the top-ranked public high schools in 07090, NJ?
The top-ranked public high schools in 07090, NJ include Westfield Senior High School and Hillcrest Academy-south.
How many public high schools are located in 07090?
4 public high schools are located in 07090.
What is the racial composition of students in 07090?
07090 public high schools minority enrollment is 27% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Asian), which is less than the New Jersey public high schools average of 65% (majority Hispanic).

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