For the 2026 school year, there are 2 public schools serving 349 students in High Bridge, NJ.
The top-ranked public schools in High Bridge, NJ are High Bridge Middle School and High Bridge Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
High Bridge, NJ public schools have an average math proficiency score of 43% (versus the New Jersey public school average of 38%), and reading proficiency score of 55% (versus the 49% statewide average). Schools in High Bridge have an average ranking of 6/10, which is in the top 50% of New Jersey public schools.
Minority enrollment is 30% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the New Jersey public school average of 63% (majority Hispanic).
Best Public Schools in High Bridge, NJ (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
High Bridge Middle School
(Math: 40-44% | Reading: 60-64%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
50 Thomas St
High Bridge, NJ 08829
(908) 638-4101
High Bridge, NJ 08829
(908) 638-4101
Gr: 5-8 | 130 students Student-teacher ratio: 8:1 Minority enrollment: 32%
Rank: #22.
High Bridge Elementary School
(Math: 40-49% | Reading: 40-44%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
40 Fairview Avenue
High Bridge, NJ 08829
(908) 638-4105
High Bridge, NJ 08829
(908) 638-4105
Gr: PK-4 | 219 students Student-teacher ratio: 9:1 Minority enrollment: 29%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public schools in High Bridge, NJ?
The top-ranked public schools in High Bridge, NJ include High Bridge Middle School and High Bridge Elementary School.
How many public schools are located in High Bridge?
2 public schools are located in High Bridge.
What is the racial composition of students in High Bridge?
High Bridge public schools minority enrollment is 30% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the New Jersey public schools average of 63% (majority Hispanic).
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