Serving 1,773 students in grades 9-12, Williamstown 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 27% (which is lower than the New Jersey state average of 36%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 28% (which is lower 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 42% of the student body (majority Black), which is lower than the New Jersey state average of 62% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 1,773 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 42%
- Graduation Rate: 85% (Btm 50% in NJ)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: 27% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 28% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 14% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NJ Dept. of Education
School Overview
Williamstown High School's student population of 1,773 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 126 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
Total Students
1,773 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
126 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Williamstown 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 Williamstown High School is 0.61, 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
#1629 out of 2201 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
27%
36%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
28%
49%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
14%
23%
Student : Teacher Ratio
14:1
11:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
3%
10%
Hispanic
13%
34%
Black
21%
15%
White
58%
38%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
5%
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
85%
85%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
26%
32%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
7%
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 Williamstown High School's ranking?
Williamstown High School is ranked #1629 out of 2,201 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in New Jersey.
What schools are Williamstown High School often compared to?
Williamstown High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Washington Township High School, Clearview Regional High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
27% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 36% NJ state average), while 28% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 49% NJ state average).
What is the graduation rate of Williamstown High School?
The graduation rate of Williamstown High School is 85%, which is equal to the New Jersey state average of 85%.
How many students attend Williamstown High School?
1,773 students attend Williamstown High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
58% of Williamstown High School students are White, 21% of students are Black, 13% of students are Hispanic, 5% of students are Two or more races, and 3% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Williamstown High School?
Williamstown High School has a student ration of 14:1, which is higher than the New Jersey state average of 11:1.
What grades does Williamstown High School offer ?
Williamstown High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12
What school district is Williamstown High School part of?
Williamstown High School is part of Monroe Township Public School District.
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