Best 07026 New Jersey Public High Schools (2026)

For the 2026 school year, there is 1 public high school serving 1,258 students in 07026, NJ.
The top-ranked public high school in 07026, NJ is Garfield High School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public high school in zipcode 07026 have an average math proficiency score of 15% (versus the New Jersey public high school average of 29%), and reading proficiency score of 42% (versus the 47% statewide average). High schools in 07026, NJ have an average ranking of 4/10, which is in the bottom 50% of New Jersey public high schools.
Public high school in zipcode 07026 have a Graduation Rate of 91%, which is equal to the New Jersey average of 91%.
The school with highest graduation rate is Garfield High School, with 91% graduation rate. Read more about public school graduation rate statistics in New Jersey or national school graduation rate statistics.
Minority enrollment is 72% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the New Jersey public high school average of 65% (majority Hispanic).

Best 07026, NJ Public High Schools (2026)

School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Garfield High School
(Math: 15% | Reading: 42%)
Rank:
3/
10
Bottom 50%
500 Palisade Ave
Garfield, NJ 07026
(973) 340-5010
Gr: 9-12 | 1,258 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 72%

Frequently Asked Questions

What are the top-ranked public high schools in 07026, NJ?
The top-ranked public high schools in 07026, NJ include Garfield High School.
How many public high schools are located in 07026?
1 public high schools are located in 07026.
What is the racial composition of students in 07026?
07026 public high schools minority enrollment is 72% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the New Jersey public high schools average of 65% (majority Hispanic).

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