For the 2025 school year, there are 2 public high schools serving 839 students in 07438, NJ.
The top ranked public high schools in 07438, NJ are Academy For Environmental Science and Jefferson Township High School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public high schools in zipcode 07438 have an average math proficiency score of 24% (versus the New Jersey public high school average of 28%), and reading proficiency score of 58% (versus the 47% statewide average). High schools in 07438, NJ have an average ranking of 6/10, which is in the top 50% of New Jersey public high schools.
Public high school in zipcode 07438 have a Graduation Rate of 86%, which is more than the New Jersey average of 85%.
The school with highest graduation rate is Jefferson Township High School, with 88% graduation rate. Read more about public school graduation rate statistics in New Jersey or national school graduation rate statistics.
Minority enrollment is 24% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the New Jersey public high school average of 63% (majority Hispanic).
Best 07438, NJ Public High Schools (2025)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
Academy For Environmental Science
Vocational School
(Math: ≥50% | Reading: ≥50%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
1010 Weldon Road
Oak Ridge, NJ 07438
(973) 697-3535
Oak Ridge, NJ 07438
(973) 697-3535
Grades: 9-12
| 48 students
Rank: #22.
Jefferson Township High School
(Math: 23% | Reading: 58%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
1010 Weldon Rd Rd2
Oak Ridge, NJ 07438
(973) 697-3535
Oak Ridge, NJ 07438
(973) 697-3535
Grades: 9-12
| 791 students
07438, New Jersey Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Grades
Students
52 Schoolhouse Road
Oak Ridge, NJ 07438
(973) 697-4742
Oak Ridge, NJ 07438
(973) 697-4742
Grades: PK-K
| 138 students
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public high schools in 07438, NJ?
The top ranked public high schools in 07438, NJ include Academy For Environmental Science and Jefferson Township High School.
How many public high schools are located in 07438?
2 public high schools are located in 07438.
What is the racial composition of students in 07438?
07438 public high schools minority enrollment is 24% 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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