Boonton High School is a comprehensive four-year public high school that serves students in ninth through twelfth grades from Boonton, in Morris County, in the U.S. state of New Jersey, operating as part of the Boonton Public Schools.
Serving 646 students in grades 9-12, Boonton High School ranks in the top 50% of all schools in New Jersey for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 35-39% (which is approximately equal to the New Jersey state average of 38%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 50-54% (which is higher than the New Jersey state average of 49%).
The student-teacher ratio of 10:1 is lower than the New Jersey state level of 11:1.
Minority enrollment is 44% 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: 646 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 10:1
- Minority Enrollment: 44%
- Graduation Rate: 90-94% (Top 50% in NJ)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50%
- Math Proficiency: 35-39% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 50-54% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 30-34% (Top 30%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NJ Dept. of Education
School Overview
Boonton High School's student population of 646 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 62 teachers has grown by 14% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
646 students
Total Classroom Teachers
62 teachers
Year Founded
1875
Colors
Black, Red
School Rankings
Boonton High School ranks within the top 50% of all 2,184 schools in New Jersey (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Boonton High School is 0.60, 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
#1033 out of 2184 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
35-39%
38%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
50-54%
49%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
30-34%
23%
Student-Teacher Ratio
10:1
11:1
Asian
8%
11%
Hispanic
29%
35%
Black
6%
14%
White
56%
37%
Two or more races
1%
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
90-94%
85%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
27%
38%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
5%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NJ Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Boonton High School's ranking?
Boonton High School is ranked #1033 out of 2,184 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in New Jersey.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
35-39% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 38% NJ state average), while 50-54% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 49% NJ state average).
What is the graduation rate of Boonton High School?
The graduation rate of Boonton High School is 90-94%, which is higher than the New Jersey state average of 85%.
How many students attend Boonton High School?
646 students attend Boonton High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
56% of Boonton High School students are White, 29% of students are Hispanic, 8% of students are Asian, 6% of students are Black, and 1% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Boonton High School?
Boonton High School has a student ration of 10:1, which is lower than the New Jersey state average of 11:1.
What grades does Boonton High School offer ?
Boonton High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Boonton High School part of?
Boonton High School is part of Boonton Town Public School District.
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