For the 2025-26 school year, there is 1 public high school serving 1,933 students in 07040, NJ.
The top ranked public high school in 07040, NJ is Columbia High School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
ºÚÁÏÍø¹ÙÍø high school in zipcode 07040 have an average math proficiency score of 35% (versus the New Jersey public high school average of 29%), and reading proficiency score of 69% (versus the 47% statewide average). High schools in 07040, NJ have an average ranking of 8/10, which is in the top 30% of New Jersey public high schools.
ºÚÁÏÍø¹ÙÍø high school in zipcode 07040 have a Graduation Rate of 91%, which is equal to the New Jersey average of 91%.
The school with highest graduation rate is Columbia High School, with 91% graduation rate. Read more about public school graduation rate statistics in New Jersey or national school graduation rate statistics.
Minority enrollment is 50% of the student body (majority Black), which is less than the New Jersey public high school average of 63% (majority Hispanic).
Best 07040, NJ ºÚÁÏÍø¹ÙÍø High Schools (2025-26)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Columbia High School
(Math: 35% | Reading: 69%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
17 Parker Ave
Maplewood, NJ 07040
(973) 762-5600
Maplewood, NJ 07040
(973) 762-5600
Gr: 9-12 | 1,933 student Student-teacher ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 50%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public high schools in 07040, NJ?
The top ranked public high schools in 07040, NJ include Columbia High School.
How many public high schools are located in 07040?
1 public high schools are located in 07040.
What is the racial composition of students in 07040?
07040 public high schools minority enrollment is 50% of the student body (majority Black), which is less than the New Jersey public high schools average of 63% (majority Hispanic).
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