Serving 586 students in grades 9-12, Secaucus High School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in New Jersey for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 21% (which is lower than the New Jersey state average of 26%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 45-49% (which is approximately equal to the New Jersey state average of 47%).
The student:teacher ratio of 10:1 is lower than the New Jersey state level of 11:1.
Minority enrollment is 65% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the New Jersey state average of 60% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 586 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 10:1
- Minority Enrollment: 65%
- Graduation Rate: 90-94% (Top 50% in NJ)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: 21% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 45-49% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NJ Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Secaucus High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in New Jersey for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
School Overview
Secaucus High School's student population of 586 students has declined by 6% over five school years.
The teacher population of 58 teachers has grown by 7% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
Total Students
586 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
58 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Secaucus High School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 2,183 schools in New Jersey (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Secaucus High School is 0.69, 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
#1158 out of 2183 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
21%
26%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
45-49%
47%
Student : Teacher Ratio
10:1
11:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
21%
10%
Hispanic
38%
32%
Black
4%
15%
White
35%
40%
Hawaiian
1%
n/a
Two or more races
1%
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
90-94%
88%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
21%
30%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
4%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NJ Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Secaucus High School's ranking?
Secaucus High School is ranked #1158 out of 2,183 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in New Jersey.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
21% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 26% NJ state average), while 45-49% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% NJ state average).
What is the graduation rate of Secaucus High School?
The graduation rate of Secaucus High School is 90-94%, which is higher than the New Jersey state average of 88%.
How many students attend Secaucus High School?
586 students attend Secaucus High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
38% of Secaucus High School students are Hispanic, 35% of students are White, 21% of students are Asian, 4% of students are Black, 1% of students are Hawaiian, and 1% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Secaucus High School?
Secaucus High School has a student ration of 10:1, which is lower than the New Jersey state average of 11:1.
What grades does Secaucus High School offer ?
Secaucus High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12
What school district is Secaucus High School part of?
Secaucus High School is part of Secaucus School District.
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