Best 07304 New Jersey Public High Schools (2026)

For the 2026 school year, there are 3 public high schools serving 2,106 students in 07304, NJ.
The top-ranked public high schools in 07304, NJ are Empowerment Academy Charter School and Lincoln High School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public high schools in zipcode 07304 have an average math proficiency score of 19% (versus the New Jersey public high school average of 29%), and reading proficiency score of 34% (versus the 47% statewide average). High schools in 07304, NJ have an average ranking of 3/10, which is in the bottom 50% of New Jersey public high schools.
Public high school in zipcode 07304 have a Graduation Rate of 72%, which is less than the New Jersey average of 91%.
The school with highest graduation rate is Lincoln High School, with 72% graduation rate. Read more about public school graduation rate statistics in New Jersey or national school graduation rate statistics.
Minority enrollment is 89% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the New Jersey public high school average of 65% (majority Hispanic).

Best 07304, NJ Public High Schools (2026)

School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Empowerment Academy Charter School
Charter School
(Math: 25% | Reading: 44%)
Rank:
4/
10
Bottom 50%
240 Ege Avenue
Jersey City, NJ 07304
(201) 630-4798
Gr: K-10 | 1,272 students Student-teacher ratio: 12:1 Minority enrollment: 86%
Rank: #22.
Lincoln High School
(Math: 4% | Reading: 16%)
Rank:
1/
10
Bottom 50%
60 Crescent Ave
Jersey City, NJ 07304
(201) 915-6700
Gr: 9-12 | 767 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 94%
Rank: n/an/a
Regional Day School
Special Education School
425 Johnston Avenue
Jersey City, NJ 07304
(201) 915-6165
Gr: PK-12 | 67 students Student-teacher ratio: 6:1 Minority enrollment: 86%

Frequently Asked Questions

What are the top-ranked public high schools in 07304, NJ?
The top-ranked public high schools in 07304, NJ include Empowerment Academy Charter School and Lincoln High School.
How many public high schools are located in 07304?
3 public high schools are located in 07304.
What is the racial composition of students in 07304?
07304 public high schools minority enrollment is 89% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the New Jersey public high schools average of 65% (majority Hispanic).

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