For the 2025 school year, there are 2 public high schools serving 1,960 students in 08859, NJ.
The top ranked public high school in 08859, NJ is Sayreville War Memorial High School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public high schools in zipcode 08859 have an average math proficiency score of 13% (versus the New Jersey public high school average of 28%), and reading proficiency score of 56% (versus the 47% statewide average). High schools in 08859, NJ have an average ranking of 5/10, which is in the bottom 50% of New Jersey public high schools.
Public high school in zipcode 08859 have a Graduation Rate of 81%, which is less than the New Jersey average of 85%.
The school with highest graduation rate is Sayreville War Memorial High School, with 81% graduation rate. Read more about public school graduation rate statistics in New Jersey or national school graduation rate statistics.
Minority enrollment is 65% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Black), which is more than the New Jersey public high school average of 63% (majority Hispanic).
Best 08859, NJ Public High Schools (2025)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
Sayreville War Memorial High School
(Math: 13% | Reading: 56%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
820 Washington Road
Parlin, NJ 08859
(732) 525-5252
Parlin, NJ 08859
(732) 525-5252
Grades: 9-12
| 1,763 students
Rank: n/an/a
Center For Lifelong Learning
Special Education School
333 Cheesequake Rd
Parlin, NJ 08859
(732) 727-3736
Parlin, NJ 08859
(732) 727-3736
Grades: PK-12
| 197 students
08859, New Jersey Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Grades
Students
19 South Main Street
Parlin, NJ 08859
(609) 397-2012
Parlin, NJ 08859
(609) 397-2012
Grades: PK-6
| 52 students
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public high schools in 08859, NJ?
The top ranked public high schools in 08859, NJ include Sayreville War Memorial High School.
How many public high schools are located in 08859?
2 public high schools are located in 08859.
What is the racial composition of students in 08859?
08859 public high schools minority enrollment is 65% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Black), which is more than the New Jersey public high schools average of 63% (majority Hispanic).
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