For the 2026 school year, there is 1 public high school serving 180 students in South Orange, NJ.
The top-ranked public high school in South Orange, NJ is Stem Innovation Academy Of The Oranges. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
South Orange, NJ public high school have an average math proficiency score of 55% (versus the New Jersey public high school average of 29%), and reading proficiency score of 85% (versus the 47% statewide average). High schools in South Orange have an average ranking of 10/10, which is in the top 10% of New Jersey public high schools.
South Orange, NJ public high school have a Graduation Rate of 90%, which is less than the New Jersey average of 91%.
The school with highest graduation rate is Stem Innovation Academy Of The Oranges, with ≥90% graduation rate. Read more about public school graduation rate statistics in New Jersey or national school graduation rate statistics.
Minority enrollment is 100% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the New Jersey public high school average of 65% (majority Hispanic).
Best Public High Schools in South Orange, NJ (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Stem Innovation Academy Of The Oranges
(Math: 50-59% | Reading: 80-89%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
445 Scotland Road
South Orange, NJ 07079
(973) 677-4190
South Orange, NJ 07079
(973) 677-4190
Gr: 9-12 | 180 students Student-teacher ratio: 11:1
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public high schools in South Orange, NJ?
The top-ranked public high schools in South Orange, NJ include Stem Innovation Academy Of The Oranges.
How many public high schools are located in South Orange?
1 public high schools are located in South Orange.
What is the racial composition of students in South Orange?
South Orange public high schools minority enrollment is 100% 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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