Serving 754 students in grades 9-12, West Deptford 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 17% (which is lower than the New Jersey state average of 36%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 40% (which is lower than the New Jersey state average of 49%).
The student:teacher ratio of 11:1 is equal to the New Jersey state level of 11:1.
Minority enrollment is 35% 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: 754 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 11:1
- Minority Enrollment: 35%
- Graduation Rate: 89% (Top 50% in NJ)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: 17% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 40% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 30-34% (Top 30%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NJ Dept. of Education
School Overview
West Deptford High School's student population of 754 students has declined by 14% over five school years.
The teacher population of 71 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
Total Students
754 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
71 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
West Deptford 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 West Deptford High School is 0.54, 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
#1615 out of 2201 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
17%
36%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
40%
49%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
30-34%
23%
Student : Teacher Ratio
11:1
11:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
2%
10%
Hispanic
16%
34%
Black
11%
15%
White
65%
38%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
6%
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
89%
85%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
25%
32%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
5%
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 West Deptford High School's ranking?
West Deptford High School is ranked #1615 out of 2,201 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in New Jersey.
What schools are West Deptford High School often compared to?
West Deptford High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Clearview Regional High School, Washington Township High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
17% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 36% NJ state average), while 40% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 49% NJ state average).
What is the graduation rate of West Deptford High School?
The graduation rate of West Deptford High School is 89%, which is higher than the New Jersey state average of 85%.
How many students attend West Deptford High School?
754 students attend West Deptford High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
65% of West Deptford High School students are White, 16% of students are Hispanic, 11% of students are Black, 6% of students are Two or more races, and 2% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of West Deptford High School?
West Deptford High School has a student ration of 11:1, which is equal to the New Jersey state average of 11:1.
What grades does West Deptford High School offer ?
West Deptford High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12
What school district is West Deptford High School part of?
West Deptford High School is part of West Deptford Township School District.
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