Serving 317 students in grades 9-12, Biotechnology High School ranks in the top 1% of all schools in New Jersey for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 1%, and reading proficiency is top 1%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 85-89% (which is higher than the New Jersey state average of 36%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is ≥95% (which is higher than the New Jersey state average of 49%).
The student:teacher ratio of 12:1 is higher than the New Jersey state level of 11:1.
Minority enrollment is 65% of the student body (majority Asian), which is higher than the New Jersey state average of 61% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Quick Stats (2024-25)
- School Type: Vocational school / Magnet School
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 317 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 12:1
- Minority Enrollment: 65%
- Graduation Rate: ≥95% (Top 10% in NJ)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 1%
- Math Proficiency: 85-89% (Top 1%)
- Reading Proficiency: ≥95% (Top 1%)
- Science Proficiency: 90-94% (Top 1%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NJ Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Biotechnology High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in New Jersey for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Science Proficiency
Graduation Rate
School Overview
Biotechnology High School's student population of 317 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 27 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
Total Students
317 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
27 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Biotechnology High School ranks within the top 1% of all 2,201 schools in New Jersey (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Biotechnology High School is 0.54, 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
#8 out of 2201 schools
(Top 1%)
(Top 1%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
85-89%
36%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
≥95%
49%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
90-94%
23%
Student : Teacher Ratio
12:1
11:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
58%
10%
Hispanic
2%
33%
Black
2%
15%
White
35%
39%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
3%
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
≥95%
85%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
1%
31%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (21-22)
1%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NJ Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Biotechnology High School's ranking?
Biotechnology High School is ranked #8 out of 2,201 schools, which ranks it among the top 1% of public schools in New Jersey.
What schools are Biotechnology High School often compared to?
Biotechnology High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Monmouth County Academy Of Allied Health And Science, High Technology High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
85-89% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 36% NJ state average), while ≥95% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 49% NJ state average).
What is the graduation rate of Biotechnology High School?
The graduation rate of Biotechnology High School is 95%, which is higher than the New Jersey state average of 85%.
How many students attend Biotechnology High School?
317 students attend Biotechnology High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
58% of Biotechnology High School students are Asian, 35% of students are White, 3% of students are Two or more races, 2% of students are Hispanic, and 2% of students are Black.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Biotechnology High School?
Biotechnology High School has a student ration of 12:1, which is higher than the New Jersey state average of 11:1.
What grades does Biotechnology High School offer ?
Biotechnology High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12
What school district is Biotechnology High School part of?
Biotechnology High School is part of Monmouth County Vocational School District.
In what neighborhood is Biotechnology High School located?
Biotechnology High School is located in the East Freehold neighborhood of Freehold, NJ. There are 3 other public schools located in East Freehold.
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