Serving 628 students in grades 9-12, Verona 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 40-44% (which is higher than the New Jersey state average of 36%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 60-64% (which is higher than the New Jersey state average of 49%).
The student:teacher ratio of 12:1 is higher than the New Jersey state level of 11:1.
Minority enrollment is 22% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the New Jersey state average of 62% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 628 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 12:1
- Minority Enrollment: 22%
- Graduation Rate: 85-89% (Btm 50% in NJ)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50%
- Math Proficiency: 40-44% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 60-64% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: 30-34% (Top 30%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NJ Dept. of Education
School Overview
Verona High School's student population of 628 students has declined by 10% over five school years.
The teacher population of 54 teachers has grown by 10% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
Total Students
628 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
54 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Verona 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 Verona High School is 0.38, 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
#735 out of 2201 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-44%
36%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
60-64%
49%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
30-34%
23%
Student : Teacher Ratio
12:1
11:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
3%
10%
Hispanic
12%
34%
Black
2%
15%
White
78%
38%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
5%
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
85-89%
85%
Eligible for Free Lunch
1%
31%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (05-06)
1%
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 Verona High School's ranking?
Verona High School is ranked #735 out of 2,201 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in New Jersey.
What schools are Verona High School often compared to?
Verona High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Cedar Grove High School, Livingston High School, James Caldwell High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
40-44% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 36% NJ state average), while 60-64% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 49% NJ state average).
What is the graduation rate of Verona High School?
The graduation rate of Verona High School is 85-89%, which is higher than the New Jersey state average of 85%.
How many students attend Verona High School?
628 students attend Verona High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
78% of Verona High School students are White, 12% of students are Hispanic, 5% of students are Two or more races, 3% of students are Asian, and 2% of students are Black.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Verona High School?
Verona High School has a student ration of 12:1, which is higher than the New Jersey state average of 11:1.
What grades does Verona High School offer ?
Verona High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12
What school district is Verona High School part of?
Verona High School is part of Verona Public School District.
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