Serving 912 students in grades 9-12, Vernon 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 52% (which is higher than the New Jersey state average of 49%).
The student:teacher ratio of 12:1 is higher than the New Jersey state level of 11:1.
Minority enrollment is 25% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the New Jersey state average of 62% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 912 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 12:1
- Minority Enrollment: 25%
- Graduation Rate: 89% (Top 50% in NJ)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: 26% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 52% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 23% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NJ Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Vernon Township High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in New Jersey for:
Category
Attribute
Student Attention
School Overview
Vernon Township High School's student population of 912 students has declined by 8% over five school years.
The teacher population of 75 teachers has declined by 20% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
Total Students
912 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
75 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Vernon 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 Vernon Township High School is 0.40, which is less 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
#1235 out of 2201 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
26%
36%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
52%
49%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
23%
23%
Student : Teacher Ratio
12:1
11:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
2%
10%
Hispanic
19%
34%
Black
2%
15%
White
75%
38%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
2%
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
89%
85%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
15%
32%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
6%
6%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NJ Dept. of Education
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is Vernon Township High School's ranking?
Vernon Township High School is ranked #1235 out of 2,201 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in New Jersey.
What schools are Vernon Township High School often compared to?
Vernon Township High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Wallkill Valley Regional High School, Sparta High School by visitors of our site.
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 52% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 49% NJ state average).
What is the graduation rate of Vernon Township High School?
The graduation rate of Vernon Township High School is 89%, which is higher than the New Jersey state average of 85%.
How many students attend Vernon Township High School?
912 students attend Vernon Township High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
75% of Vernon Township High School students are White, 19% of students are Hispanic, 2% of students are Asian, 2% of students are Black, and 2% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Vernon Township High School?
Vernon Township High School has a student ration of 12:1, which is higher than the New Jersey state average of 11:1.
What grades does Vernon Township High School offer ?
Vernon Township High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12
What school district is Vernon Township High School part of?
Vernon Township High School is part of Vernon Township School District.
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