For the 2025-26 school year, there is 1 public high school serving 1,070 students in 08876, NJ.
The top-ranked public high school in 08876, NJ is Somerville High School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public high school in zipcode 08876 have an average math proficiency score of 26% (versus the New Jersey public high school average of 29%), and reading proficiency score of 47% (versus the 47% statewide average). High schools in 08876, 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 08876 have a Graduation Rate of 91%, which is equal to the New Jersey average of 91%.
The school with highest graduation rate is Somerville High School, with 91% graduation rate. Read more about public school graduation rate statistics in New Jersey or national school graduation rate statistics.
Minority enrollment is 45% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the New Jersey public high school average of 63% (majority Hispanic).
Best 08876, NJ Public High Schools (2025-26)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Somerville High School
(Math: 26% | Reading: 47%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
222 Davenport Street
Somerville, NJ 08876
(908) 218-4108
Somerville, NJ 08876
(908) 218-4108
Gr: 9-12 | 1,070 student Student-teacher ratio: 11:1 Minority enrollment: 45%
08876, New Jersey Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Quick Facts
580 Old York Rd
Somerville, NJ 08876
(908) 725-2828
Somerville, NJ 08876
(908) 725-2828
Gr: 3-5 | 328 students Student-teacher ratio: 18:1 Minority enrollment: 16%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public high schools in 08876, NJ?
The top-ranked public high schools in 08876, NJ include Somerville High School.
How many public high schools are located in 08876?
1 public high schools are located in 08876.
What is the racial composition of students in 08876?
08876 public high schools minority enrollment is 45% 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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