For the 2026 school year, there are 2 public high schools serving 1,182 students in 08742, NJ.
The top-ranked public high schools in 08742, NJ are Point Pleasant Borough High School and Point Pleasant Beach High School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public high schools in zipcode 08742 have an average math proficiency score of 33% (versus the New Jersey public high school average of 29%), and reading proficiency score of 54% (versus the 47% statewide average). High schools in 08742, NJ have an average ranking of 7/10, which is in the top 50% of New Jersey public high schools.
Public high school in zipcode 08742 have a Graduation Rate of 96%, which is more than the New Jersey average of 91%.
The school with highest graduation rate is Point Pleasant Borough High School, with 97% graduation rate. Read more about public school graduation rate statistics in New Jersey or national school graduation rate statistics.
Minority enrollment is 12% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the New Jersey public high school average of 63% (majority Hispanic).
Best 08742, NJ Public High Schools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Point Pleasant Borough High School
(Math: 37% | Reading: 55%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
830 Laura Herbert Dr
Point Pleasant Beach, NJ 08742
(732) 701-1900
Point Pleasant Beach, NJ 08742
(732) 701-1900
Gr: 9-12 | 856 students Student-teacher ratio: 11:1 Minority enrollment: 12%
Rank: #22.
Point Pleasant Beach High School
(Math: 20-24% | Reading: 50-54%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
700 Trenton Avenue
Point Pleasant Beach, NJ 08742
(732) 899-1817
Point Pleasant Beach, NJ 08742
(732) 899-1817
Gr: 9-12 | 326 students Student-teacher ratio: 9:1 Minority enrollment: 13%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public high schools in 08742, NJ?
The top-ranked public high schools in 08742, NJ include Point Pleasant Borough High School and Point Pleasant Beach High School.
How many public high schools are located in 08742?
2 public high schools are located in 08742.
What is the racial composition of students in 08742?
08742 public high schools minority enrollment is 12% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the New Jersey public high schools average of 63% (majority Hispanic).
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