Serving 2,011 students in grades 9-12, Howell 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 29% (which is lower than the New Jersey state average of 36%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 56% (which is higher than the New Jersey state average of 49%).
The student:teacher ratio of 15:1 is higher than the New Jersey state level of 11:1.
Minority enrollment is 27% 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: 2,011 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Minority Enrollment: 27%
- Graduation Rate: 83% (Btm 50% in NJ)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: 29% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 56% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 24% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NJ Dept. of Education
School Overview
Howell High School's student population of 2,011 students has declined by 6% over five school years.
The teacher population of 133 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
Total Students
2,011 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
133 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Howell 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 Howell High School is 0.44, 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
#1104 out of 2201 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
29%
36%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
56%
49%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
24%
23%
Student : Teacher Ratio
15:1
11:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
4%
10%
Hispanic
16%
33%
Black
4%
15%
White
73%
39%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
3%
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
83%
85%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
10%
31%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
2%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NJ Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Howell High School's ranking?
Howell High School is ranked #1104 out of 2,201 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in New Jersey.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
29% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 36% NJ state average), while 56% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 49% NJ state average).
What is the graduation rate of Howell High School?
The graduation rate of Howell High School is 83%, which is lower than the New Jersey state average of 85%.
How many students attend Howell High School?
2,011 students attend Howell High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
73% of Howell High School students are White, 16% of students are Hispanic, 4% of students are Asian, 4% of students are Black, and 3% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Howell High School?
Howell High School has a student ration of 15:1, which is higher than the New Jersey state average of 11:1.
What grades does Howell High School offer ?
Howell High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12
What school district is Howell High School part of?
Howell High School is part of Freehold Regional High School District.
School Reviews
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While the teachers here tend to be very supportive of their students, the administrators do not share the same views. Stifling attempts for all but their favorites to express themselves and their individuality, the administration rules with an iron fist that frustrates students and teachers alike.
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