Howell High School is a four-year comprehensive public high school serving students in ninth through twelfth grades located in Howell Township in Monmouth County, in the U.S. state of New Jersey, operating as one of six secondary schools of the Freehold Regional High School District.
Serving 1,775 students in grades 9-12, Howell 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 28% (which is lower than the New Jersey state average of 38%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 56% (which is higher 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 29% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the New Jersey state average of 63% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 1,775 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 29%
- Graduation Rate: 96% (Top 20% in NJ)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: 28% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 56% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 24% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NJ Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Howell High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in New Jersey for:
Category
Attribute
Graduation Rate
School Overview
Howell High School's student population of 1,775 students has declined by 15% over five school years.
The teacher population of 128 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
1,775 students
Total Classroom Teachers
128 teachers
Year Founded
1964
Colors
Navy Blue, Silver
School Calendar
School Rankings
Howell High School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 2,184 schools in New Jersey (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Howell High School is 0.46, 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
#1170 out of 2184 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
28%
38%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
56%
49%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
24%
23%
Student-Teacher Ratio
14:1
11:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
4%
11%
Hispanic
18%
35%
Black
4%
14%
White
71%
37%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
3%
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
96%
85%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
15%
38%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
2%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Freehold Regional High School District
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NJ Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Howell High School's ranking?
Howell High School is ranked #1170 out of 2,184 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in New Jersey.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
28% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 38% NJ state average), while 56% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 49% NJ state average).
What is the graduation rate of Howell High School?
The graduation rate of Howell High School is 96%, which is higher than the New Jersey state average of 85%.
How many students attend Howell High School?
1,775 students attend Howell High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
71% of Howell High School students are White, 18% of students are Hispanic, 4% of students are Asian, 4% of students are Black, and 3% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Howell High School?
Howell High School has a student ration of 14:1, which is higher than the New Jersey state average of 11:1.
What grades does Howell High School offer ?
Howell High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Howell High School part of?
Howell High School is part of Freehold Regional High School District.
School Reviews
2 10/10/2025
While the teachers here tend to be very supportive of their students, the administrators do not share the same views. Stifling attempts for all but their favorites to express themselves and their individuality, the administration rules with an iron fist that frustrates students and teachers alike.
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