Serving 1,146 students in grades 9-12, Matawan 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 37% (which is higher than the New Jersey state average of 36%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 55% (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 43% 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: 1,146 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 12:1
- Minority Enrollment: 43%
- Graduation Rate: 74% (Btm 50% in NJ)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50%
- Math Proficiency: 37% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 55% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 37% (Top 20%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NJ Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Matawan Regional High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in New Jersey for:
Category
Attribute
Science Proficiency
School Overview
Matawan Regional High School's student population of 1,146 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 96 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
Total Students
1,146 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
96 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Matawan 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 Matawan Regional High School is 0.62, 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
#976 out of 2201 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
37%
36%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
55%
49%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
37%
23%
Student : Teacher Ratio
12:1
11:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
7%
10%
Hispanic
21%
33%
Black
11%
15%
White
57%
39%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
4%
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
74%
85%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
14%
31%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
8%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NJ Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Matawan Regional High School's ranking?
Matawan Regional High School is ranked #976 out of 2,201 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in New Jersey.
What schools are Matawan Regional High School often compared to?
Matawan Regional High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Holmdel High School, Marlboro High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
37% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 36% NJ state average), while 55% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 49% NJ state average).
What is the graduation rate of Matawan Regional High School?
The graduation rate of Matawan Regional High School is 74%, which is lower than the New Jersey state average of 85%.
How many students attend Matawan Regional High School?
1,146 students attend Matawan Regional High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
57% of Matawan Regional High School students are White, 21% of students are Hispanic, 11% of students are Black, 7% of students are Asian, and 4% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Matawan Regional High School?
Matawan Regional High School has a student ration of 12:1, which is higher than the New Jersey state average of 11:1.
What grades does Matawan Regional High School offer ?
Matawan Regional High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12
What school district is Matawan Regional High School part of?
Matawan Regional High School is part of Matawan-Aberdeen Regional School District.
In what neighborhood is Matawan Regional High School located?
Matawan Regional High School is located in the Strathmore neighborhood of Matawan, NJ. There are 3 other public schools located in Strathmore.
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