Hunterdon Central Regional High School is a comprehensive, four-year public high school, and regional school district that serves students from five municipalities in east central Hunterdon County, in the U.S. state of New Jersey.
Serving 2,238 students in grades 9-12, Hunterdon Central Regional High School District 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 40% (which is higher than the New Jersey state average of 38%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 69% (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 33% 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: 2,238 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 10:1
- Minority Enrollment: 33%
- Graduation Rate: 94% (Top 50% in NJ)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50%
- Math Proficiency: 40% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 69% (Top 20%)
- Science Proficiency: 33% (Top 30%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NJ Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Hunterdon Central Regional High School District ranks among the top 20% of public schools in New Jersey for:
Category
Attribute
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
School Overview
Hunterdon Central Regional High School District's student population of 2,238 students has declined by 15% over five school years.
The teacher population of 217 teachers has declined by 5% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
2,238 students
Total Classroom Teachers
217 teachers
Year Founded
1956
Colors
Black, Red
School Calendar
Last Day of School
Tue. Jun 30, 2026
Campus Size
72 acres
School Motto
A sound mind in a sound body.
School Rankings
Hunterdon Central Regional High School District 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 Hunterdon Central Regional High School District is 0.51, 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
#732 out of 2184 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
40%
38%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
69%
49%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
33%
23%
Student-Teacher Ratio
10:1
11:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
8%
11%
Hispanic
19%
35%
Black
4%
14%
White
67%
37%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
2%
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
94%
85%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
16%
38%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
4%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NJ Dept. of Education
School Notes
- School Mascot: School Red Devils
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Hunterdon Central Regional High School District's ranking?
Hunterdon Central Regional High School District is ranked #732 out of 2,184 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in New Jersey.
What schools are Hunterdon Central Regional High School District often compared to?
Hunterdon Central Regional High School Districtis often viewed alongside schools like North Hunterdon High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
40% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 38% NJ state average), while 69% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 49% NJ state average).
What is the graduation rate of Hunterdon Central Regional High School District?
The graduation rate of Hunterdon Central Regional High School District is 94%, which is higher than the New Jersey state average of 85%.
How many students attend Hunterdon Central Regional High School District?
2,238 students attend Hunterdon Central Regional High School District.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
67% of Hunterdon Central Regional High School District students are White, 19% of students are Hispanic, 8% of students are Asian, 4% of students are Black, and 2% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Hunterdon Central Regional High School District?
Hunterdon Central Regional High School District has a student ration of 10:1, which is lower than the New Jersey state average of 11:1.
What grades does Hunterdon Central Regional High School District offer ?
Hunterdon Central Regional High School District offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Hunterdon Central Regional High School District part of?
Hunterdon Central Regional High School District is part of Hunterdon Central Regional High School District.
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