Atlantic County High School serves 97 students in grades 9-12.
Minority enrollment is 73% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the New Jersey state average of 61% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024-25)
- School Type: Special education school / Magnet School
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 97 students
- Minority Enrollment: 73%
- Graduation Rate: ≤20%
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NJ Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Atlantic County High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in New Jersey for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
Community Size
School Overview
Atlantic County High School's student population of 97 students has declined by 27% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
Total Students
97 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
18 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
The diversity score of Atlantic County High School is 0.70, 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.
Student : Teacher Ratio
n/a
11:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
5%
10%
Hispanic
40%
33%
Black
26%
15%
White
27%
39%
Hawaiian
2%
n/a
Two or more races
n/a
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
(10-11)≤20%
86%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
34%
31%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
6%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NJ Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What schools are Atlantic County High School often compared to?
Atlantic County High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Atlantic County Elementary And Middle Schools by visitors of our site.
What is the graduation rate of Atlantic County High School?
The graduation rate of Atlantic County High School is 20%, which is lower than the New Jersey state average of 86%.
How many students attend Atlantic County High School?
97 students attend Atlantic County High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
40% of Atlantic County High School students are Hispanic, 27% of students are White, 26% of students are Black, 5% of students are Asian, and 2% of students are Hawaiian.
What grades does Atlantic County High School offer ?
Atlantic County High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12
What school district is Atlantic County High School part of?
Atlantic County High School is part of Atlantic County Special Services School District.
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