For the 2026 school year, there is 1 public high school serving 1,633 students in 08520, NJ.
The top-ranked public high school in 08520, NJ is Hightstown High School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public high school in zipcode 08520 have an average math proficiency score of 18% (versus the New Jersey public high school average of 29%), and reading proficiency score of 42% (versus the 47% statewide average). High schools in 08520, NJ have an average ranking of 4/10, which is in the bottom 50% of New Jersey public high schools.
Public high school in zipcode 08520 have a Graduation Rate of 93%, which is more than the New Jersey average of 91%.
The school with highest graduation rate is Hightstown High School, with 93% graduation rate. Read more about public school graduation rate statistics in New Jersey or national school graduation rate statistics.
Minority enrollment is 75% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the New Jersey public high school average of 63% (majority Hispanic).
Best 08520, NJ Public High Schools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Hightstown High School
(Math: 18% | Reading: 42%)
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
25 Leshin Lane
Hightstown, NJ 08520
(609) 443-7738
Hightstown, NJ 08520
(609) 443-7738
Gr: 9-12 | 1,633 student Student-teacher ratio: 12:1 Minority enrollment: 75%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public high schools in 08520, NJ?
The top-ranked public high schools in 08520, NJ include Hightstown High School.
How many public high schools are located in 08520?
1 public high schools are located in 08520.
What is the racial composition of students in 08520?
08520 public high schools minority enrollment is 75% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the New Jersey public high schools average of 63% (majority Hispanic).
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