Serving 1,947 students in grades 9-12, Kingsway Regional High School ranks in the top 50% of all schools in New Jersey for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 39% (which is higher than the New Jersey state average of 36%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 47% (which is lower 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 29% of the student body (majority Black and 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: 1,947 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Minority Enrollment: 29%
- Graduation Rate: 84% (Btm 50% in NJ)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50%
- Math Proficiency: 39% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 47% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 39% (Top 20%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NJ Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Kingsway Regional High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in New Jersey for:
Category
Attribute
Science Proficiency
School Overview
Kingsway Regional High School's student population of 1,947 students has grown by 11% over five school years.
The teacher population of 129 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
Total Students
1,947 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
129 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Kingsway Regional High School ranks within the top 50% of all 2,201 schools in New Jersey (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Kingsway Regional High School is 0.48, 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
#1085 out of 2201 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
39%
36%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
47%
49%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
39%
23%
Student : Teacher Ratio
15:1
11:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
4%
10%
Hispanic
8%
33%
Black
12%
15%
White
71%
39%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
5%
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
84%
85%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
9%
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 Kingsway Regional High School's ranking?
Kingsway Regional High School is ranked #1085 out of 2,201 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in New Jersey.
What schools are Kingsway Regional High School often compared to?
Kingsway Regional High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Clearview Regional High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
39% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 36% NJ state average), while 47% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 49% NJ state average).
What is the graduation rate of Kingsway Regional High School?
The graduation rate of Kingsway Regional High School is 84%, which is lower than the New Jersey state average of 85%.
How many students attend Kingsway Regional High School?
1,947 students attend Kingsway Regional High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
71% of Kingsway Regional High School students are White, 12% of students are Black, 8% of students are Hispanic, 5% of students are Two or more races, and 4% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Kingsway Regional High School?
Kingsway Regional High School has a student ration of 15:1, which is higher than the New Jersey state average of 11:1.
What grades does Kingsway Regional High School offer ?
Kingsway Regional High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12
What school district is Kingsway Regional High School part of?
Kingsway Regional High School is part of Kingsway Regional School District.
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