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Collingswood High School

High School · Collingswood Public School District

424 COLLINGS AVE, Collingswood, NJ 08108

Enrollment

786

Student-Teacher

12.5:1

Score

5.8

Grades

9th – 12th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

New Jersey schools

#1,597 of 2,466

In Collingswood

#4 of 8

public schools

In district

#5 of 9

Collingswood Public School District

Academic growth

7.8 / 10

Very Good

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Collingswood High School

5.8/10

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About Collingswood High School

Collingswood High School is a public high school in Collingswood, NJ, part of Collingswood Public School District. Collingswood High School serves approximately 786 students, and covers grades 9th-12th, and has a 12.5:1 student-teacher ratio. Collingswood High School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.8 out of 10 and ranks #1,597 of 2,466 schools in NJ.

Structured state assessment records for Collingswood High School show 40% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 62% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).

How it comparesOn par with NJ schools
  • This school 5.8 · Average
  • NJ avg 5.8

Score Breakdown

Full Profile · 4/4 metrics
Student Progress7.8Very Good25%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data16
Annual Change+3.15 pts/yr
Data Period2009–2025
TrendImproving
Academics5.2Average25%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency35.9% (2025 NJSLA)
Reading/ELA Proficiency44.6% (2025 NJSLA)
Math vs. State Avg-5.6 pts
Reading vs. State Avg-13.6 pts
Overall Proficiency40% (2025 NJSLA, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)47% (model expectation from 2025 NJSLA)
vs. Expected-6.7 pts
Adjusted Percentile33th
College Readiness6.3Average30%
Graduation rates, AP course participation, and IB availability.
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4-Year Graduation Rate87%
AP Participation16.2%
IB ProgramNo
Resources & Environment3.5Needs Improvement20%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio12.5:1
Per-Pupil Spending$23,191
Chronic Absenteeism24.7%

Collingswood High School — Students at Collingswood High School score 40% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 47%).

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Equity & Diversity

Shown separately, not included in overall score

Free/Reduced Lunch

37.8%

Students qualifying for federal meal assistance

Test Scores NJ NJSLA (2024-25)

Math Proficiency 39.8% (multi-year average, 2009-2025)
School
State
42.8% (multi-year state average, 2024-2025)
ELA Proficiency 62.1% (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
70%
ELA
87%
2010
Math
72%
ELA
92%
2011
Math
77%
ELA
92%
2012
Math
72%
ELA
92%
2013
Math
72%
ELA
92%
2014
Math
19%
ELA
46%
2015
Math
23%
ELA
49%
2016
Math
24%
ELA
46%
2017
Math
25%
ELA
49%
2018
Math
30%
ELA
51%
2019
Math
30%
ELA
51%
2020*
Math
20%
ELA
52%
2021*
Math
20%
ELA
52%
2022
Math
32%
ELA
38%
2024
Math
15%
ELA
59.2%
2025
Math
35.9%
ELA
44.6%

* 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: 7.8/10.

How Collingswood High School Compares

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

Overall Score
5.8/10
35th percentile in NJ
Academic
5.2/10
Average
Growth
7.8/10
Very Good
Environment
3.5/10
Needs Improvement
AP Courses
4
State avg: 3.2
Sports
15
7 boys' · 8 girls'
Advanced STEM
5/5
Subjects offered
Gifted & Talented
Yes
Program available

Funding & Resources

Free/Reduced Lunch
Students eligible for subsidized meals
38%
Teaching Staff
13:1 student-teacher ratio
63 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
24.7%

Programs & Offerings

AP/IB Programs4 AP courses offered
16.2% participation·State avg: 3.2 AP courses·CRDC 2021-22
Athletics15sports offered
7 boys'·8 girls'·30 teams (incl. JV)·CRDC 2021-22
Advanced STEM Courses5 of 5 advanced subjects offered
Algebra II, Advanced Math, Calculus, Chemistry, Physics·CRDC 2021-22
Gifted & Talented Program Available
This school offers a gifted and talented program for qualifying students. · CRDC 2021-22

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

Location

424 COLLINGS AVE, Collingswood, NJ 08108

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Collingswood High School may also want to explore other high schools in the area. Haddon Township High School (rated 4.9/10, 1.2 miles away, in nearby Westmont), with a comparable rating. Additionally, PAUL VI HIGH SCHOOL (rated 4.0/10, 1.3 miles away, in nearby Haddonfield), a more accessible option. For more schools in Collingswood, see our Collingswood schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 1.7 mi
School Distance Rating
Collingswood Middle School Collingswood 0.0 mi 7.9
James A. Garfield Elementary School Collingswood 0.4 mi 5.1
Collingswood Pre Sch Penguins Childhood Center Collingswood 0.4 mi 5.3
Mark Newbie Elementary School Collingswood 0.6 mi 4.8
Zane North Elementary School Collingswood 0.5 mi 8.2
Thomas Sharp Elementary School West Collingswood 0.7 mi 7.3
William P Tatem Elementary School Collingswood 0.8 mi 6.2
Clyde S. Jennings Elementary School Oaklyn 0.9 mi 5.9
Collingswood Pre School at Oaklyn Collingswood 0.9 mi 5.3
Oaklyn Public School Oaklyn 0.9 mi 5.3
Woodlynne Boro Public School Woodlynne 1.0 mi 7.1
Audubon Park Preschool Audubon Park 1.3 mi
PAUL VI HIGH SCHOOL Haddonfield 1.3 mi 4.0
Haddon Township High School Westmont 1.2 mi 4.9
Haviland Avenue School Audubon 1.4 mi 7.1
JDT CHRISTIAN ACADEMY Pennsauken 1.6 mi
Strawbridge Elementary School Westmont 1.3 mi 6.1
Stoy Elementary School Haddonfield 1.3 mi 3.8
Mansion Avenue School Audubon 1.7 mi 6.0
A.E. Burling High School Pennsauken 1.7 mi

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 08108 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$107,764

Median Home Value

$358,100

Median Rent

$1,680/mo

Population

18,730

College Educated

58%

Homeownership

63.9%

Avg Commute

26 min

Poverty Rate

8.3%

Median Age

39.9

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Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Collingswood High School

What grades does Collingswood High School serve?

Collingswood High School serves students in grades 9th through 12th.

How many students attend Collingswood High School?

Collingswood High School has an enrollment of approximately 786 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Collingswood High School?

The student-teacher ratio at Collingswood High School is 12.5:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does Collingswood High School rank in NJ?

Collingswood High School ranks #1,597 of 2,466 schools in NJ.

What is Collingswood High School's MySchoolScout rating?

Collingswood High School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.8 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 Collingswood High School?

Based on loaded state assessment records, Collingswood High School has 40% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 62% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).

Is Collingswood High School a charter school?

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

Is Collingswood High School a Title I school?

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

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

37.8% of students at Collingswood 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
61 Somewhat Walkable
Bike Score
60 Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
9th – 12th
Enrollment
786
Student-Teacher Ratio
12.5:1
Teachers (FTE)
63
Free/Reduced Lunch
37.8%
Type
regular
Setting
Large Suburb
County
Camden County
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
24.7%
4-Year Graduation
87.0%

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