Bayonne High School

669 Avenue A
Bayonne, NJ 07002
(School attendance zone shown in map)
3/
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Bottom 50%
Serving 2,832 students in grades 9-12, Bayonne High School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in New Jersey for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 17% (which is lower than the New Jersey state average of 36%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 40% (which is lower than the New Jersey state average of 49%).
The student:teacher ratio of 13:1 is higher than the New Jersey state level of 11:1.
Minority enrollment is 61% 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: 2,832 students
  • Student:Teacher Ratio: 13:1
  • Minority Enrollment: 61%
  • : 90% (Top 50% in NJ)
  • : Bottom 50%
  • : 17% (Btm 50%)
  • : 40% (Btm 50%)
  • : 17% (Btm 50%)
  • Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NJ Dept. of Education

Top Rankings

Bayonne High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in New Jersey for:

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School Overview

Bayonne High School's student population of 2,832 students has grown by 11% over five school years.
The teacher population of 223 teachers has grown by 23% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
Total Students
2,832 students
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Gender %
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Total Classroom Teachers
223 teachers
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Students by Grade
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School Rankings

Bayonne High School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 2,201 schools in New Jersey (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Bayonne High School is 0.71, 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.
This School
State Level (NJ)
#1615 out of 2201 schools
(Bottom 50%)
This chart displays the overall school rank of Bayonne High School, with the latest 2021-22 school year data.
17%
36%
This chart displays the percentage of students that scored at or above 'proficient' levels in Math of Bayonne High School and the percentage of public school students that scored at or above 'proficient' levels in Math of public schools in New Jersey by year, with the latest 2021-22 school year data.
40%
49%
This chart displays the percentage of students that scored at or above 'proficient' levels in Reading/Language Arts of Bayonne High School and the percentage of public school students that scored at or above 'proficient' levels in Reading/Language Arts of New Jersey by year, with the latest 2021-22 school year data.
17%
23%
This chart displays the percentage of students that scored at or above 'proficient' levels in Science of Bayonne High School and the percentage of public school students that scored at or above 'proficient' levels in Science of public schools in New Jersey by year, with the latest 2021-22 school year data.
Student : Teacher Ratio
13:1
11:1
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American Indian
1%
n/a
Asian
6%
10%
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Hispanic
34%
34%
This chart displays the percentage of Hispanic students in Bayonne High School and the percentage of Hispanic public school students in New Jersey by year, with the latest 2022-23 school year data.
Black
17%
15%
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White
39%
38%
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Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
3%
3%
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All Ethnic Groups
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This chart displays the percentage breakdown of public school students of all ethnic groups in New Jersey.
0.71
This chart displays the diversity score of Bayonne High School and the public school average diversity score of New Jersey by year, with the latest 2022-23 school year data.
90%
85%
This chart displays graduation rate of Bayonne High School and public school graduation rate of New Jersey by year, with the latest 2021-22 school year data.
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
53%
32%
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Eligible for Reduced Lunch
7%
6%
This chart displays the percentage of students who is eligible for reduced lunch in Bayonne High School and the percentage of public school students who is eligible for reduced lunch in New Jersey by year, with the latest 2022-23 school year data.
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NJ Dept. of Education

Frequently Asked Questions

What is Bayonne High School's ranking?
Bayonne High School is ranked #1615 out of 2,201 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in New Jersey.
What schools are Bayonne High School often compared to?
Bayonne High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like County Prep High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
17% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 36% NJ state average), while 40% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 49% NJ state average).
What is the graduation rate of Bayonne High School?
The graduation rate of Bayonne High School is 90%, which is higher than the New Jersey state average of 85%.
How many students attend Bayonne High School?
2,832 students attend Bayonne High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
39% of Bayonne High School students are White, 34% of students are Hispanic, 17% of students are Black, 6% of students are Asian, 3% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are American Indian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Bayonne High School?
Bayonne High School has a student ration of 13:1, which is higher than the New Jersey state average of 11:1.
What grades does Bayonne High School offer ?
Bayonne High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12
What school district is Bayonne High School part of?
Bayonne High School is part of Bayonne School District.
In what neighborhood is Bayonne High School located?
Bayonne High School is located in the Constable Hook neighborhood of Bayonne, NJ. There are 9 other public schools located in Constable Hook.

School Reviews

5   9/20/2013
I attended Bayonne High School grades 9 through 11. My senior year, my family moved to Governors Island, New York. I attended Curtis high school and graduated from there. However, my years at Bayonne High School were invaluable. I learned so much and my education has served me well throughout the years. My education afforded me the opportunity to be gainfully employed throughout my working years. I am well versed in art, literature, language and business, thanks to all the great teachers at BHS. I was blessed to have attended this school.
- Posted by Student/Alumni - cjoyj

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Quick Stats (2025)

  • Grades: 9-12
  • Enrollment: 2,832 students
  • Student:Teacher Ratio: 13:1
  • Minority Enrollment: 61%
  • : 90% (Top 50%)
  • : Bottom 50%
  • : 17% (Btm 50%)
  • : 40% (Btm 50%)
  • : 17% (Btm 50%)
  • Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NJ Dept. of Education

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