Serving 1,539 students in grades 9-12, Scotch Plains-fanwood High School ranks in the top 20% of all schools in New Jersey for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 20%, and reading proficiency is top 20%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 43% (which is higher than the New Jersey state average of 26%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 67% (which is higher than the New Jersey state average of 47%).
The student:teacher ratio of 13:1 is higher than the New Jersey state level of 11:1.
Minority enrollment is 36% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Black), which is lower than the New Jersey state average of 60% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 1,539 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 13:1
- Minority Enrollment: 36%
- Graduation Rate: 91% (Top 50% in NJ)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20%
- Math Proficiency: 43% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 67% (Top 10%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NJ Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Scotch Plains-fanwood High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in New Jersey for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
School Overview
Scotch Plains-fanwood High School's student population of 1,539 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 117 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
Total Students
1,539 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
117 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Scotch Plains-fanwood High School ranks within the top 20% of all 2,183 schools in New Jersey (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Scotch Plains-fanwood High School is 0.56, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.71. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#289 out of 2183 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
43%
26%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
67%
47%
Student : Teacher Ratio
13:1
11:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
8%
10%
Hispanic
15%
32%
Black
8%
15%
White
64%
40%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
5%
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
91%
88%
Eligible for Free Lunch
2%
30%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
1%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NJ Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Scotch Plains-fanwood High School's ranking?
Scotch Plains-fanwood High School is ranked #289 out of 2,183 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in New Jersey.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
43% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 26% NJ state average), while 67% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% NJ state average).
What is the graduation rate of Scotch Plains-fanwood High School?
The graduation rate of Scotch Plains-fanwood High School is 91%, which is higher than the New Jersey state average of 88%.
How many students attend Scotch Plains-fanwood High School?
1,539 students attend Scotch Plains-fanwood High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
64% of Scotch Plains-fanwood High School students are White, 15% of students are Hispanic, 8% of students are Asian, 8% of students are Black, and 5% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Scotch Plains-fanwood High School?
Scotch Plains-fanwood High School has a student ration of 13:1, which is higher than the New Jersey state average of 11:1.
What grades does Scotch Plains-fanwood High School offer ?
Scotch Plains-fanwood High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12
What school district is Scotch Plains-fanwood High School part of?
Scotch Plains-fanwood High School is part of Scotch Plains-Fanwood School District.
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