Serving 1,606 students in grades 9-12, Central Regional 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 22% (which is lower than the New Jersey state average of 36%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 31% (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 33% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the New Jersey state average of 61% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024-25)
- School Type: Magnet School
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 1,606 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 13:1
- Minority Enrollment: 33%
- Graduation Rate: 74% (Btm 50% in NJ)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: 22% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 31% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 10% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NJ Dept. of Education
School Overview
Central Regional High School's student population of 1,606 students has grown by 8% over five school years.
The teacher population of 121 teachers has grown by 14% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
Total Students
1,606 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
121 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Central Regional 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 Central Regional High School is 0.51, 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
#1698 out of 2201 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
22%
36%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
31%
49%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
10%
23%
Student : Teacher Ratio
13:1
11:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
2%
10%
Hispanic
20%
33%
Black
6%
15%
White
67%
39%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
5%
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
74%
85%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
27%
31%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
9%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NJ Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Central Regional High School's ranking?
Central Regional High School is ranked #1698 out of 2,201 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in New Jersey.
What schools are Central Regional High School often compared to?
Central Regional High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Barnegat High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
22% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 36% NJ state average), while 31% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 49% NJ state average).
What is the graduation rate of Central Regional High School?
The graduation rate of Central Regional High School is 74%, which is lower than the New Jersey state average of 85%.
How many students attend Central Regional High School?
1,606 students attend Central Regional High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
67% of Central Regional High School students are White, 20% of students are Hispanic, 6% of students are Black, 5% of students are Two or more races, and 2% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Central Regional High School?
Central Regional High School has a student ration of 13:1, which is higher than the New Jersey state average of 11:1.
What grades does Central Regional High School offer ?
Central Regional High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12
What school district is Central Regional High School part of?
Central Regional High School is part of Central Regional School District.
School Reviews
5 3/3/2020
This school is best school ever I want to work here when grown up.
5 2/6/2017
CR is a great school with mostly good kids. The staff is excellent. I'm sorry the previous poster feels the way they do. Find Mr Chow & he will right your ship.
2 10/19/2010
Absolutely horribly run school. 99% of the teachers teaching are apathetic and pathetic!
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