For the 2025 school year, there is 1 public high school serving 640 students in 07442, NJ.
The top ranked public high school in 07442, NJ is Pompton Lakes High School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public high school in zipcode 07442 have an average math proficiency score of 27% (versus the New Jersey public high school average of 28%), and reading proficiency score of 52% (versus the 47% statewide average). High schools in 07442, NJ have an average ranking of 6/10, which is in the top 50% of New Jersey public high schools.
Public high school in zipcode 07442 have a Graduation Rate of 87%, which is more than the New Jersey average of 85%.
The school with highest graduation rate is Pompton Lakes High School, with 85-89% graduation rate. Read more about public school graduation rate statistics in New Jersey or national school graduation rate statistics.
Minority enrollment is 39% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the New Jersey public high school average of 63% (majority Hispanic).
Best 07442, NJ Public High Schools (2025)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
Pompton Lakes High School
(Math: 25-29% | Reading: 50-54%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
44 Lakeside Avenue
Pompton Lakes, NJ 07442
(973) 835-7100
Pompton Lakes, NJ 07442
(973) 835-7100
Grades: 9-12
| 640 students
07442, New Jersey Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Grades
Students
35 Lenox Ave
Pompton Lakes, NJ 07442
(973) 839-3777
Pompton Lakes, NJ 07442
(973) 839-3777
Grades: K-5
| 382 students
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public high schools in 07442, NJ?
The top ranked public high schools in 07442, NJ include Pompton Lakes High School.
How many public high schools are located in 07442?
1 public high schools are located in 07442.
What is the racial composition of students in 07442?
07442 public high schools minority enrollment is 39% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the New Jersey public high schools average of 63% (majority Hispanic).
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