Serving 1,043 students in grades 9-12, Allentown High School ranks in the top 50% of all schools in New Jersey for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 41% (which is higher than the New Jersey state average of 36%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 48% (which is lower than the New Jersey state average of 49%).
The student:teacher ratio of 14:1 is higher than the New Jersey state level of 11:1.
Minority enrollment is 18% of the student body (majority Asian and Hispanic), which is lower than the New Jersey state average of 62% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 1,043 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 18%
- Graduation Rate: 88% (Top 50% in NJ)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50%
- Math Proficiency: 41% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 48% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 40% (Top 20%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NJ Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Allentown High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in New Jersey for:
Category
Attribute
Science Proficiency
School Overview
Allentown High School's student population of 1,043 students has declined by 13% over five school years.
The teacher population of 74 teachers has declined by 16% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
1,043 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
74 teachers
School Rankings
Allentown High School ranks within the top 50% of all 2,201 schools in New Jersey (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Allentown High School is 0.32, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.72. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#1065 out of 2201 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
41%
36%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
48%
49%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
40%
23%
Student : Teacher Ratio
14:1
11:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
7%
10%
Hispanic
6%
34%
Black
3%
15%
White
82%
38%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
2%
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
88%
85%
Eligible for Free Lunch
3%
32%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
2%
6%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NJ Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Allentown High School's ranking?
Allentown High School is ranked #1065 out of 2,201 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in New Jersey.
What schools are Allentown High School often compared to?
Allentown High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Northern Burlington County Regional High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
41% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 36% NJ state average), while 48% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 49% NJ state average).
What is the graduation rate of Allentown High School?
The graduation rate of Allentown High School is 88%, which is higher than the New Jersey state average of 85%.
How many students attend Allentown High School?
1,043 students attend Allentown High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
82% of Allentown High School students are White, 7% of students are Asian, 6% of students are Hispanic, 3% of students are Black, and 2% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Allentown High School?
Allentown High School has a student ration of 14:1, which is higher than the New Jersey state average of 11:1.
What grades does Allentown High School offer ?
Allentown High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Allentown High School part of?
Allentown High School is part of Upper Freehold Regional School District.
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