Serving 1,171 students in grades 9-12, Roxbury High School ranks in the top 50% of all schools in New Jersey for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 37% (which is higher than the New Jersey state average of 36%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 60% (which is higher than the New Jersey state average of 49%).
The student:teacher ratio of 10:1 is lower than the New Jersey state level of 11:1.
Minority enrollment is 39% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the New Jersey state average of 62% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 1,171 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 10:1
- Minority Enrollment: 39%
- Graduation Rate: 86% (Btm 50% in NJ)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50%
- Math Proficiency: 37% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 60% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 29% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NJ Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Roxbury High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in New Jersey for:
Category
Attribute
Student Attention
School Overview
Roxbury High School's student population of 1,171 students has declined by 9% over five school years.
The teacher population of 116 teachers has declined by 7% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
1,171 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
116 teachers
Year Founded
1902
School Colors
Navy Blue, Gold
School Rankings
Roxbury High School ranks within the top 50% of all 2,201 schools in New Jersey (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Roxbury High School is 0.56, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.72. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#874 out of 2201 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
37%
36%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
60%
49%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
29%
23%
Student : Teacher Ratio
10:1
11:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
5%
10%
Hispanic
26%
34%
Black
5%
15%
White
61%
38%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
3%
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
86%
85%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
14%
32%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
6%
6%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NJ Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Roxbury High School's ranking?
Roxbury High School is ranked #874 out of 2,201 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in New Jersey.
What schools are Roxbury High School often compared to?
Roxbury High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Mount Olive High School, Randolph High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
37% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 36% NJ state average), while 60% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 49% NJ state average).
What is the graduation rate of Roxbury High School?
The graduation rate of Roxbury High School is 86%, which is higher than the New Jersey state average of 85%.
How many students attend Roxbury High School?
1,171 students attend Roxbury High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
61% of Roxbury High School students are White, 26% of students are Hispanic, 5% of students are Asian, 5% of students are Black, and 3% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Roxbury High School?
Roxbury High School has a student ration of 10:1, which is lower than the New Jersey state average of 11:1.
What grades does Roxbury High School offer ?
Roxbury High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Roxbury High School part of?
Roxbury High School is part of Roxbury Township School District.
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