Serving 708 students in grades 9-12, Metuchen High School ranks in the top 20% of all schools in New Jersey for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 30%, and reading proficiency is top 30%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 55-59% (which is higher than the New Jersey state average of 36%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 85-89% (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 47% of the student body (majority Asian), 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: 708 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 12:1
- Minority Enrollment: 47%
- Graduation Rate: 97% (Top 5% in NJ)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20%
- Math Proficiency: 55-59% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 85-89% (Top 5%)
- Science Proficiency: 50-54% (Top 10%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NJ Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Metuchen High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in New Jersey for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Science Proficiency
Graduation Rate
School Overview
Metuchen High School's student population of 708 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 60 teachers has grown by 5% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
Total Students
708 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
60 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Metuchen High School ranks within the top 20% of all 2,201 schools in New Jersey (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Metuchen High School is 0.65, 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
#229 out of 2201 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
55-59%
36%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
85-89%
49%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
50-54%
23%
Student : Teacher Ratio
12:1
11:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
21%
10%
Hispanic
15%
33%
Black
5%
15%
White
53%
39%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
6%
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
97%
85%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
5%
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 Metuchen High School's ranking?
Metuchen High School is ranked #229 out of 2,201 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in New Jersey.
What schools are Metuchen High School often compared to?
Metuchen High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like John P. Stevens High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
55-59% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 36% NJ state average), while 85-89% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 49% NJ state average).
What is the graduation rate of Metuchen High School?
The graduation rate of Metuchen High School is 97%, which is higher than the New Jersey state average of 85%.
How many students attend Metuchen High School?
708 students attend Metuchen High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
53% of Metuchen High School students are White, 21% of students are Asian, 15% of students are Hispanic, 6% of students are Two or more races, and 5% of students are Black.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Metuchen High School?
Metuchen High School has a student ration of 12:1, which is higher than the New Jersey state average of 11:1.
What grades does Metuchen High School offer ?
Metuchen High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12
What school district is Metuchen High School part of?
Metuchen High School is part of Metuchen Public School District.
School Reviews
5 8/18/2020
Metuchen HS is a microcosm of Metuchen itself- small overall population but lots of caring, nurturing people within. Folks who teach at MHS tend to stick around... like any school, there are a few whom you wish would change careers, but overall they are a very dedicated team. Loved growing up there, still have family there, just wish we could afford for my children to grow up there, too, but NJ became too expensive.
1 4/17/2020
I hate my job. The kids keep on cussing me out. I don't even get pay either, even though I teach Calculus 3.
1 3/30/2020
This school is beyond horrible. No one at this school cares about you. You will struggle here. Do not go.
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