For the 2026 school year, there are 4 public high schools serving 3,888 students in 07302, NJ.
The top-ranked public high schools in 07302, NJ are Dr Ronald Mcnair High School, Beloved Community Charter School and Academy Of Technology Design. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public high schools in zipcode 07302 have an average math proficiency score of 42% (versus the New Jersey public high school average of 29%), and reading proficiency score of 55% (versus the 47% statewide average). High schools in 07302, NJ have an average ranking of 8/10, which is in the top 30% of New Jersey public high schools.
Public high school in zipcode 07302 have a Graduation Rate of 88%, which is less than the New Jersey average of 91%.
The school with highest graduation rate is Dr Ronald Mcnair High School, with ≥95% graduation rate. Read more about public school graduation rate statistics in New Jersey or national school graduation rate statistics.
Minority enrollment is 82% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Black), which is more than the New Jersey public high school average of 65% (majority Hispanic).
Best 07302, NJ Public High Schools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Dr Ronald Mcnair High School
(Math: ≥95% | Reading: ≥95%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 1%10
123 Coles Street
Jersey City, NJ 07302
(201) 418-7617
Jersey City, NJ 07302
(201) 418-7617
Gr: 9-12 | 716 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 79%
Rank: #22.
Beloved Community Charter School
Charter School
(Math: 43% | Reading: 58%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
508 Grand Street
Jersey City, NJ 07302
(201) 630-4700
Jersey City, NJ 07302
(201) 630-4700
Gr: K-12 | 1,573 students Student-teacher ratio: 22:1 Minority enrollment: 78%
Rank: #33.
Academy Of Technology Design
Vocational School
(Math: 11-19% | Reading: 30-39%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
525 Montgomery Street
Jersey City, NJ 07302
(201) 631-6331
Jersey City, NJ 07302
(201) 631-6331
Gr: 9-12 | 235 students Student-teacher ratio: 59:1 Minority enrollment: 82%
Rank: #44.
James J Ferris High School
(Math: 13% | Reading: 26%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
35 Colgate St
Jersey City, NJ 07302
(201) 915-6660
Jersey City, NJ 07302
(201) 915-6660
Gr: 9-12 | 1,364 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 89%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public high schools in 07302, NJ?
The top-ranked public high schools in 07302, NJ include Dr Ronald Mcnair High School, Beloved Community Charter School and Academy Of Technology Design.
How many public high schools are located in 07302?
4 public high schools are located in 07302.
What is the racial composition of students in 07302?
07302 public high schools minority enrollment is 82% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Black), which is more than the New Jersey public high schools average of 65% (majority Hispanic).
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