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Bound Brook High School

High School · Bound Brook School District

111 West Union Avenue, Bound Brook, NJ 08805

Enrollment

623

Student-Teacher

12.2:1

Score

5.1

Grades

9th – 12th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

New Jersey schools

#1,945 of 2,466

In Bound Brook

#5 of 5

public schools

In district

#5 of 5

Bound Brook School District

School environment

7.6 / 10

Very Good

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Bound Brook High School

5.1/10

High School in Bound Brook · grades 9th – 12th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.

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About Bound Brook High School

Bound Brook High School is a public high school in Bound Brook, NJ, part of Bound Brook School District. Bound Brook High School serves approximately 623 students, and covers grades 9th-12th, and has a 12.2:1 student-teacher ratio. Bound Brook High School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.1 out of 10 and ranks #1,945 of 2,466 schools in NJ.

Structured state assessment records for Bound Brook High School show 26% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 48% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).

How it compares0.7 pts below NJ schools
  • This school 5.1 · Average
  • NJ avg 5.8

Score Breakdown

Full Profile · 4/4 metrics
Student Progress4.4Below Average25%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data16
Annual Change-2.15 pts/yr
Data Period2009–2025
TrendDeclining
Academics4.2Below Average25%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency9% (2025 NJSLA)
Reading/ELA Proficiency34.3% (2025 NJSLA)
Math vs. State Avg-32.5 pts
Reading vs. State Avg-23.9 pts
Overall Proficiency22% (2025 NJSLA, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)25% (model expectation from 2025 NJSLA)
vs. Expected-3.2 pts
Adjusted Percentile23th
College Readiness4.9Below Average30%
Graduation rates, AP course participation, and IB availability.
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4-Year Graduation Rate77%
AP Participation12.7%
IB ProgramNo
Resources & Environment7.6Very Good20%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio12.2:1
Per-Pupil Spending$26,910
Chronic Absenteeism14.4%

Bound Brook High School — Students at Bound Brook High School score 22% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 25%).

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Equity & Diversity

Shown separately, not included in overall score

Free/Reduced Lunch

76.7%

Students qualifying for federal meal assistance

Test Scores NJ NJSLA (2024-25)

Math Proficiency 25.8% (multi-year average, 2009-2025)
School
State
42.8% (multi-year state average, 2024-2025)
ELA Proficiency 47.6% (multi-year average, 2009-2025)
School
State
54.1% (multi-year state average, 2024-2025)

Based on 32 test records from NJ state assessments. About our data

Proficiency Trend

↓ Declining

Average proficiency (% at or above grade level) across Math & ELA over time.

2009
Math
57%
ELA
72%
2010
Math
57%
ELA
82%
2011
Math
72%
ELA
87%
2012
Math
72%
ELA
87%
2013
Math
57%
ELA
87%
2014
Math
3%
ELA
18%
2015
Math
10%
ELA
41%
2016
Math
11%
ELA
35%
2017
Math
9%
ELA
32%
2018
Math
8%
ELA
34%
2019
Math
8%
ELA
34%
2020*
Math
11%
ELA
27%
2021*
Math
11%
ELA
27%
2022
Math
8%
ELA
27%
2024
Math
9.8%
ELA
37.8%
2025
Math
9%
ELA
34.3%

* COVID-affected year — test participation was uneven nationwide. This data is weighted at 50% in the Growth score calculation.

Source: EdFacts (NCES) and state assessment data. Growth score: 4.4/10.

How Bound Brook High School Compares

See how Bound Brook High School performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.

Overall Score
5.1/10
21th percentile in NJ
Academic
4.2/10
Below Average
Growth
4.4/10
Below Average
Environment
7.6/10
Very Good
AP Courses
4
State avg: 3.2
Sports
12
6 boys' · 6 girls'
Advanced STEM
5/5
Subjects offered

Funding & Resources

Free/Reduced Lunch
Students eligible for subsidized meals
77%
Teaching Staff
12:1 student-teacher ratio
51 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
14.4%

Programs & Offerings

AP/IB Programs4 AP courses offered
12.7% participation·State avg: 3.2 AP courses·CRDC 2021-22
Athletics12sports offered
6 boys'·6 girls'·15 teams (incl. JV)·CRDC 2021-22
Advanced STEM Courses5 of 5 advanced subjects offered
Algebra II, Advanced Math, Calculus, Chemistry, Physics·CRDC 2021-22

Data as of 2021-22 · Source: CRDC via Urban Institute · Learn more

Location

111 West Union Avenue, Bound Brook, NJ 08805

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Bound Brook High School may also want to explore other high schools in the area. Middlesex High School (rated 6.4/10, 2.4 miles away, in nearby Middlesex), which scores notably higher. Additionally, NEW ROAD SCHOOL OF SOMERSET (rated 5.9/10, 2.6 miles away, in nearby Somerset), which scores slightly higher. For more schools in Bound Brook, see our Bound Brook schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 2.4 mi
School Distance Rating
Lafayette Elementary School Bound Brook 0.2 mi 5.9
Smalley Elementary School Bound Brook 0.2 mi 6.5
Community Middle School Bound Brook 0.4 mi 8.4
LaMonte-Annex Elementary School Bound Brook 0.4 mi 7.0
Robert Morris School South Bound Brook Boe 1.0 mi 6.3
Hazelwood Elementary School Middlesex 1.3 mi 2.4
Elizabeth Avenue School Somerset 1.8 mi 8.0
THE CENTER SCHOOL Somerset 1.7 mi 7.1
Watchung Elementary School Middlesex 1.6 mi 4.1
Von E. Mauger Middle School Middlesex 1.6 mi 6.5
Woodland Intermediate School Middlesex 1.6 mi 4.0
Angelo L. Tomaso School Warren 2.5 mi 5.6
NEW ROAD SCHOOL OF SOMERSET Somerset 2.6 mi 5.9
RARITAN VALLEY MONTESSORI ACADEMY Bridgewater 2.1 mi 7.6
THE GIVING NEST PRESCHOOL IN MARTINSVILLE Martinsville 2.5 mi
Thomas Edison EnergySmart Charter School Somerset 2.8 mi 6.0
SADIQ SCHOOL Somerset 2.8 mi
Middlesex High School Middlesex 2.4 mi 6.4
SOMERSET BIBLE BAPTIST CHRISTIAN AC Somerset 2.9 mi 6.2
Adamsville Primary School Bridgewater 2.4 mi 8.4

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 08805 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$84,201

Median Home Value

$393,900

Median Rent

$1,859/mo

Population

14,153

College Educated

32.6%

Homeownership

46.7%

Avg Commute

23.3 min

Poverty Rate

9.1%

Median Age

36.9

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Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Bound Brook High School

What grades does Bound Brook High School serve?

Bound Brook High School serves students in grades 9th through 12th.

How many students attend Bound Brook High School?

Bound Brook High School has an enrollment of approximately 623 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Bound Brook High School?

The student-teacher ratio at Bound Brook High School is 12.2:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does Bound Brook High School rank in NJ?

Bound Brook High School ranks #1,945 of 2,466 schools in NJ.

What is Bound Brook High School's MySchoolScout rating?

Bound Brook High School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.1 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.

What are the test scores at Bound Brook High School?

Based on loaded state assessment records, Bound Brook High School has 26% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 48% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).

Is Bound Brook High School a charter school?

No, Bound Brook High School is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.

Is Bound Brook High School a Title I school?

No, Bound Brook High School is not currently a Title I school.

What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Bound Brook High School?

76.7% of students at Bound Brook High School qualify for free or reduced-price lunch. This is a commonly used indicator of economic need and provides important context when interpreting test scores.

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Neighborhood Context

Walk Score
72 Very Walkable
Bike Score
64 Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
9th – 12th
Enrollment
623
Student-Teacher Ratio
12.2:1
Teachers (FTE)
51
Free/Reduced Lunch
76.7%
Type
regular
Setting
Large Suburb
County
Somerset County
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
14.4%
4-Year Graduation
77.0%

District

Bound Brook School District
District Enrollment
2,110
Schools in District
5
Per-Pupil Spending
$26,910
District Rank
#5 of 5

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