Serving 2,144 students in grades 9-12, Piscataway 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 26% (which is lower than the New Jersey state average of 36%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 50% (which is higher than the New Jersey state average of 49%).
The student:teacher ratio of 14:1 is higher than the New Jersey state level of 11:1.
Minority enrollment is 87% of the student body (majority Asian and Black), 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: 2,144 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 87%
- Graduation Rate: 93% (Top 30% in NJ)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: 26% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 50% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 34% (Top 30%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NJ Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Piscataway Township High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in New Jersey for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
School Overview
Piscataway Township High School's student population of 2,144 students has declined by 5% over five school years.
The teacher population of 153 teachers has declined by 7% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
Total Students
2,144 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
153 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Piscataway 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 Piscataway Township High School is 0.75, 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
#1296 out of 2201 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
26%
36%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
50%
49%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
34%
23%
Student : Teacher Ratio
14:1
11:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
30%
10%
Hispanic
25%
33%
Black
29%
15%
White
13%
39%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
3%
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
93%
85%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
23%
31%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
12%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NJ Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Piscataway Township High School's ranking?
Piscataway Township High School is ranked #1296 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?
26% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 36% NJ state average), while 50% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 49% NJ state average).
What is the graduation rate of Piscataway Township High School?
The graduation rate of Piscataway Township High School is 93%, which is higher than the New Jersey state average of 85%.
How many students attend Piscataway Township High School?
2,144 students attend Piscataway Township High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
30% of Piscataway Township High School students are Asian, 29% of students are Black, 25% of students are Hispanic, 13% of students are White, and 3% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Piscataway Township High School?
Piscataway Township High School has a student ration of 14:1, which is higher than the New Jersey state average of 11:1.
What grades does Piscataway Township High School offer ?
Piscataway Township High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12
What school district is Piscataway Township High School part of?
Piscataway Township High School is part of Piscataway Township School District.
School Reviews
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