For the 2025 school year, there are 4 public high schools serving 2,982 students in 08302, NJ.
The top ranked public high schools in 08302, NJ are Cumberland Regional High School and Bridgeton High School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public high schools in zipcode 08302 have an average math proficiency score of 5% (versus the New Jersey public high school average of 28%), and reading proficiency score of 14% (versus the 47% statewide average). High schools in 08302, NJ have an average ranking of 1/10, which is in the bottom 50% of New Jersey public high schools.
Public high school in zipcode 08302 have a Graduation Rate of 82%, which is less than the New Jersey average of 85%.
The school with highest graduation rate is Bridgeton High School, with 82% graduation rate. Read more about public school graduation rate statistics in New Jersey or national school graduation rate statistics.
Minority enrollment is 82% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the New Jersey public high school average of 63% (majority Hispanic).
Best 08302, NJ Public High Schools (2025)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
Cumberland Regional High School
(Math: 8% | Reading: 21%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
90 Silver Lake Road
Bridgeton, NJ 08302
(856) 451-9400
Bridgeton, NJ 08302
(856) 451-9400
Grades: 9-12
| 1,178 students
Rank: #22.
Bridgeton High School
(Math: 3% | Reading: 8%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
111 N West Avenue
Bridgeton, NJ 08302
(856) 455-8030
Bridgeton, NJ 08302
(856) 455-8030
Grades: 9-12
| 1,703 students
Rank: n/an/a
Cumberland Campus
Special Education School
13 Ramah Road
Bridgeton, NJ 08302
(856) 459-1061
Bridgeton, NJ 08302
(856) 459-1061
Grades: PK-12
| 101 students
Rank: n/an/a
Essex Co Jdc
Alternative School
80 Duryea Street
Bridgeton, NJ 08302
(973) 484-4908
Bridgeton, NJ 08302
(973) 484-4908
Grades: 8-12
| n/a students
08302, New Jersey Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Grades
Students
Cumberland County Juv Center (Closed 2014)
Alternative School
135 Sunny Slope Lane
Bridgeton, NJ 08302
(856) 455-0717
Bridgeton, NJ 08302
(856) 455-0717
Grades: n/a
| n/a students
Cumberland Day (Closed 2014)
Alternative School
10 Washington St
Bridgeton, NJ 08302
(856) 455-1444
Bridgeton, NJ 08302
(856) 455-1444
Grades: n/a
| n/a students
Essex County Youth House High School (Closed 2014)
Alternative School
80 Duryea Street
Bridgeton, NJ 08302
(973) 484-4908
Bridgeton, NJ 08302
(973) 484-4908
Grades: 8-12
| 72 students
1112 Bridgeton-millville Pike
Bridgeton, NJ 08302
(856) 451-2164
Bridgeton, NJ 08302
(856) 451-2164
Grades: 5-8
| 244 students
Southwoods State Prison High School (Closed 2014)
Alternative School
215 Burlington Rd
Bridgeton, NJ 08302
(856) 459-8164
Bridgeton, NJ 08302
(856) 459-8164
Grades: 11-12
| 10 students
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public high schools in 08302, NJ?
The top ranked public high schools in 08302, NJ include Cumberland Regional High School and Bridgeton High School.
How many public high schools are located in 08302?
4 public high schools are located in 08302.
What is the racial composition of students in 08302?
08302 public high schools minority enrollment is 82% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the New Jersey public high schools average of 63% (majority Hispanic).
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