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450 Atlantic Avenue
Matawan, NJ 07747
(School attendance zone shown in map)
Rating
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6/
10
Top 50%
Tel: (732) 705-5200
Serving 1,139 students in grades 9-12,Matawan Regional 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 37% (which is higher than the New Jersey state average of 36%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 55% (which is higher than the New Jersey state average of 49%).
The student:teacher ratio of 12:1 is higher than the New Jersey state level of 11:1.
Minority enrollment is 42% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the New Jersey state average of 60% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 1,139 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 12:1
- Minority Enrollment: 42%
Graduation Rate
: 74% (Btm 50% in NJ)Overall Testing Rank
: Top 50%Math Proficiency
: 37% (Top 50%)Reading Proficiency
: 55% (Top 50%)Science Proficiency
: 37% (Top 20%)- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NJ Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Matawan Regional High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in New Jersey for:
Category
Attribute
Science Proficiency
Highest science proficiency (Top 20%)
School Overview
Matawan Regional High School's student population of 1,139 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 95 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
Total Students
1,139 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
95 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Matawan Regional High School ranks within the top 50% of all 2,201 schools in New Jersey (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Matawan Regional High School is 0.61, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.71. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Definition of Terms
This School
State Level (NJ)
Overall Testing Rank
#976 out of 2201 schools
(Top 50%)
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
55%
49%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
37%
23%
Student : Teacher Ratio
12:1
11:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
7%
10%
Hispanic
20%
32%
Black
12%
15%
White
58%
40%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
3%
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Diversity Score
0.61
0.71
Graduation Rate
74%
85%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
16%
30%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
4%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Matawan-Aberdeen Regional School District
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NJ Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Matawan Regional High School's ranking?
Matawan Regional High School is ranked #976 out of 2,201 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in New Jersey.
What schools are Matawan Regional High School often compared to?
Matawan Regional High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Holmdel High School, Marlboro High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
37% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 36% NJ state average), while 55% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 49% NJ state average).
What is the graduation rate of Matawan Regional High School?
The graduation rate of Matawan Regional High School is 74%, which is lower than the New Jersey state average of 85%.
How many students attend Matawan Regional High School?
1,139 students attend Matawan Regional High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
58% of Matawan Regional High School students are White, 20% of students are Hispanic, 12% of students are Black, 7% of students are Asian, and 3% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Matawan Regional High School?
Matawan Regional High School has a student ration of 12:1, which is higher than the New Jersey state average of 11:1.
What grades does Matawan Regional High School offer ?
Matawan Regional High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12
What school district is Matawan Regional High School part of?
Matawan Regional High School is part of Matawan-Aberdeen Regional School District.
In what neighborhood is Matawan Regional High School located?
Matawan Regional High School is located in the Strathmore neighborhood of Matawan, NJ. There are 3 other public schools located in Strathmore.
Nearby Public Schools
Popular comparisons: Matawan Regional High School vs. Holmdel High School, Matawan Regional High School vs. Marlboro High School
The nearest high school, middle school and elementary school to Matawan Regional High School is Developmental Learning Center (0.5 miles away)
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School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Miles
Grades
Students
Developmental Learning Center
Special Education School
Grades: PK-12 | 56 students 0.5 miles 100 Tornillo Way
Asbury Park, NJ 07712
(732) 440-1122
0.5
PK-12
56
Cambridge Park Elementary School
Grades: PK | 115 students 0.6 miles One Crest Way
Matawan, NJ 07747
(732) 705-4000
0.6
PK
115
Strathmore Elementary School
(Math: 60-64% | Reading: 65-69%)
Rank:
9/
10
Top 20%
Grades: K-3 | 415 students 0.6 miles 282 Church Street
Matawan, NJ 07747
(732) 705-5900
0.6
K-3
415
Lloyd Road Elementary School
(Math: 48% | Reading: 60%)
Rank:
7/
10
Top 50%
Grades: 3-5 | 533 students 0.7 miles 401 Lloyd Road
Matawan, NJ 07747
(732) 705-5700
0.7
3-5
533
Raritan Valley School
(Math: 45-49% | Reading: 50-54%)
Rank:
7/
10
Top 50%
Grades: 1-4 | 253 students 1 miles 37 Cresci Blvd
Hazlet, NJ 07730
(732) 264-1333
1
1-4
253
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Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 1,139 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 12:1
- Minority Enrollment: 42%
Graduation Rate
: 74% (Btm 50%)Overall Testing Rank
: Top 50%Math Proficiency
: 37% (Top 50%)Reading Proficiency
: 55% (Top 50%)Science Proficiency
: 37% (Top 20%)- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NJ Dept. of Education
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