For the 2026 school year, there is 1 public high school serving 1,846 students in 07502, NJ.
The top-ranked public high school in 07502, NJ is John F. Kennedy High School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public high school in zipcode 07502 have an average math proficiency score of 2% (versus the New Jersey public high school average of 29%), and reading proficiency score of 12% (versus the 47% statewide average). High schools in 07502, NJ have an average ranking of 1/10, which is in the bottom 50% of New Jersey public high schools.
Public high school in zipcode 07502 have a Graduation Rate of 90%, which is less than the New Jersey average of 91%.
The school with highest graduation rate is John F. Kennedy High School, with 90% graduation rate. Read more about public school graduation rate statistics in New Jersey or national school graduation rate statistics.
Minority enrollment is 94% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the New Jersey public high school average of 65% (majority Hispanic).
Best 07502, NJ Public High Schools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
John F. Kennedy High School
(Math: 2% | Reading: 12%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
61-127 Preakness Avenue
Paterson, NJ 07502
(973) 321-0500
Paterson, NJ 07502
(973) 321-0500
Gr: 9-12 | 1,846 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 94%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public high schools in 07502, NJ?
The top-ranked public high schools in 07502, NJ include John F. Kennedy High School.
How many public high schools are located in 07502?
1 public high schools are located in 07502.
What is the racial composition of students in 07502?
07502 public high schools minority enrollment is 94% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the New Jersey public high schools average of 65% (majority Hispanic).
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