For the 2026 school year, there is 1 public high school serving 594 students in 08879, NJ.
The top-ranked public high school in 08879, NJ is South Amboy Middle/high School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public high school in zipcode 08879 have an average math proficiency score of 23% (versus the New Jersey public high school average of 29%), and reading proficiency score of 34% (versus the 47% statewide average). High schools in 08879, 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 08879 have a Graduation Rate of 77%, which is less than the New Jersey average of 91%.
The school with highest graduation rate is South Amboy Middle/high School, with 75-79% graduation rate. Read more about public school graduation rate statistics in New Jersey or national school graduation rate statistics.
Minority enrollment is 63% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is equal to the New Jersey public high school average of 63% (majority Hispanic).
Best 08879, NJ Public High Schools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
South Amboy Middle/high School
(Math: 23% | Reading: 34%)
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
200 Governor Harold G Hoffman
South Amboy, NJ 08879
(732) 316-7669
South Amboy, NJ 08879
(732) 316-7669
Gr: 6-12 | 594 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 62%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public high schools in 08879, NJ?
The top-ranked public high schools in 08879, NJ include South Amboy Middle/high School.
How many public high schools are located in 08879?
1 public high schools are located in 08879.
What is the racial composition of students in 08879?
08879 public high schools minority enrollment is 63% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is equal to the New Jersey public high schools average of 63% (majority Hispanic).