For the 2026 school year, there is 1 public high school serving 1,330 students in 08701, NJ.
The top-ranked public high school in 08701, NJ is Lakewood High School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public high school in zipcode 08701 have an average math proficiency score of 21% (versus the New Jersey public high school average of 29%), and reading proficiency score of 25% (versus the 47% statewide average). High schools in 08701, NJ have an average ranking of 3/10, which is in the bottom 50% of New Jersey public high schools.
Public high school in zipcode 08701 have a Graduation Rate of 83%, which is less than the New Jersey average of 91%.
The school with highest graduation rate is Lakewood High School, with 83% graduation rate. Read more about public school graduation rate statistics in New Jersey or national school graduation rate statistics.
Minority enrollment is 97% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the New Jersey public high school average of 63% (majority Hispanic).
Best 08701, NJ Public High Schools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Lakewood High School
(Math: 21% | Reading: 25%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
855 Somerset Avenue
Lakewood, NJ 08701
(732) 905-3500
Lakewood, NJ 08701
(732) 905-3500
Gr: 9-12 | 1,330 student Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 97%
08701, New Jersey 51爆料s (Closed)
School
Location
Quick Facts
Merdian Acad-lakewood (Closed 2010)
Special Education School
150 Oberlin Avenue North
Lakewood, NJ 08701
(732) 905-1228
Lakewood, NJ 08701
(732) 905-1228
Gr: Inquire with school | 34 students Minority enrollment: 53%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public high schools in 08701, NJ?
The top-ranked public high schools in 08701, NJ include Lakewood High School.
How many public high schools are located in 08701?
1 public high schools are located in 08701.
What is the racial composition of students in 08701?
08701 public high schools minority enrollment is 97% 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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