For the 2025-26 school year, there is 1 public high school serving 1,961 students in 07042, NJ.
The top ranked public high school in 07042, NJ is Montclair High School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public high school in zipcode 07042 have an average math proficiency score of 28% (versus the New Jersey public high school average of 29%), and reading proficiency score of 46% (versus the 47% statewide average). High schools in 07042, NJ have an average ranking of 5/10, which is in the bottom 50% of New Jersey public high schools.
Public high school in zipcode 07042 have a Graduation Rate of 94%, which is more than the New Jersey average of 91%.
The school with highest graduation rate is Montclair High School, with 94% graduation rate. Read more about public school graduation rate statistics in New Jersey or national school graduation rate statistics.
Minority enrollment is 51% of the student body (majority Black), which is less than the New Jersey public high school average of 63% (majority Hispanic).
Best 07042, NJ Public High Schools (2025-26)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Montclair High School
(Math: 28% | Reading: 46%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
100 Chestnut St
Montclair, NJ 07042
(973) 509-4100
Montclair, NJ 07042
(973) 509-4100
Gr: 9-12 | 1,961 student Student-teacher ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 51%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public high schools in 07042, NJ?
The top ranked public high schools in 07042, NJ include Montclair High School.
How many public high schools are located in 07042?
1 public high schools are located in 07042.
What is the racial composition of students in 07042?
07042 public high schools minority enrollment is 51% of the student body (majority Black), which is less than the New Jersey public high schools average of 63% (majority Hispanic).
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