Serving 1,881 students in grades 9-12, North Brunswick Township High School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in New Jersey for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 14% (which is lower than the New Jersey state average of 36%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 41% (which is lower than the New Jersey state average of 49%).
The student:teacher ratio of 13:1 is higher than the New Jersey state level of 11:1.
Minority enrollment is 83% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the New Jersey state average of 61% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Quick Stats (2024-25)
- School Type: Magnet School
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 1,881 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 13:1
- Minority Enrollment: 83%
- Graduation Rate: 88% (Top 50% in NJ)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: 14% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 41% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 19% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NJ Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
North Brunswick Township High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in New Jersey for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
School Overview
North Brunswick Township High School's student population of 1,881 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 150 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
Total Students
1,881 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
150 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
North Brunswick Township High School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 2,201 schools in New Jersey (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of North Brunswick Township High School is 0.73, which is more 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
#1665 out of 2201 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
14%
36%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
41%
49%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
19%
23%
Student : Teacher Ratio
13:1
11:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
17%
10%
Hispanic
41%
33%
Black
23%
15%
White
17%
39%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
2%
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
88%
85%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
29%
31%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
5%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NJ Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is North Brunswick Township High School's ranking?
North Brunswick Township High School is ranked #1665 out of 2,201 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in New Jersey.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
14% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 36% NJ state average), while 41% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 49% NJ state average).
What is the graduation rate of North Brunswick Township High School?
The graduation rate of North Brunswick Township High School is 88%, which is higher than the New Jersey state average of 85%.
How many students attend North Brunswick Township High School?
1,881 students attend North Brunswick Township High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
41% of North Brunswick Township High School students are Hispanic, 23% of students are Black, 17% of students are Asian, 17% of students are White, and 2% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of North Brunswick Township High School?
North Brunswick Township High School has a student ration of 13:1, which is higher than the New Jersey state average of 11:1.
What grades does North Brunswick Township High School offer ?
North Brunswick Township High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12
What school district is North Brunswick Township High School part of?
North Brunswick Township High School is part of North Brunswick Township School District.
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