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Dumont High School

High School · Dumont Public School District

101 NEW MILFORD AVE, Dumont, NJ 07628

Enrollment

768

Student-Teacher

11.8:1

Score

6.4

Grades

9th – 12th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

New Jersey schools

#1,242 of 2,466

In Dumont

#4 of 5

public schools

In district

#4 of 5

Dumont Public School District

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Dumont High School

6.4/10

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

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About Dumont High School

Dumont High School is a public high school in Dumont, NJ, part of Dumont Public School District. Dumont High School serves approximately 768 students, and covers grades 9th-12th, and has a 11.8:1 student-teacher ratio. Dumont High School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.4 out of 10 and ranks #1,242 of 2,466 schools in NJ.

Structured state assessment records for Dumont High School show 56% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 75% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).

How it compares0.6 pts above NJ schools
  • This school 6.4 · Average
  • NJ avg 5.8

Score Breakdown

Full Profile · 4/4 metrics
Student Progress6.4Average25%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data16
Annual Change+1 pts/yr
Data Period2009–2025
TrendStable
Academics6.6Average25%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency48% (2025 NJSLA)
Reading/ELA Proficiency65.6% (2025 NJSLA)
Math vs. State Avg+6.5 pts
Reading vs. State Avg+7.4 pts
Overall Proficiency57% (2025 NJSLA, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)63% (model expectation from 2025 NJSLA)
vs. Expected-5.7 pts
Adjusted Percentile50th
College Readiness7.0Very Good30%
Graduation rates, AP course participation, and IB availability.
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4-Year Graduation Rate89%
AP Participation20.8%
IB ProgramNo
Resources & Environment5.1Average20%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio11.8:1
Per-Pupil Spending$22,115
Chronic Absenteeism14.8%

Dumont High School — Students at Dumont High School score 57% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 63%).

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Equity & Diversity

Shown separately, not included in overall score

Free/Reduced Lunch

10.5%

Students qualifying for federal meal assistance

Test Scores NJ NJSLA (2024-25)

Math Proficiency 56.2% (multi-year average, 2009-2025)
School
State
42.8% (multi-year state average, 2024-2025)
ELA Proficiency 75.1% (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
74%
ELA
91%
2010
Math
78%
ELA
95%
2011
Math
87%
ELA
97%
2012
Math
86%
ELA
97%
2013
Math
87%
ELA
97.5%
2014
Math
39%
ELA
58%
2015
Math
43%
ELA
66%
2016
Math
47%
ELA
64%
2017
Math
48%
ELA
60%
2018
Math
54%
ELA
75%
2019
Math
54%
ELA
75%
2020*
Math
38%
ELA
62%
2021*
Math
38%
ELA
62%
2022
Math
42%
ELA
62%
2024
Math
36.9%
ELA
74.7%
2025
Math
48%
ELA
65.6%

* 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: 6.4/10.

How Dumont High School Compares

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

Overall Score
6.4/10
50th percentile in NJ
Academic
6.6/10
Average
Growth
6.4/10
Average
Environment
5.1/10
Average
AP Courses
3
State avg: 3.2
Sports
23
12 boys' · 11 girls'
Advanced STEM
5/5
Subjects offered

Funding & Resources

Free/Reduced Lunch
Students eligible for subsidized meals
11%
Teaching Staff
12:1 student-teacher ratio
65 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
14.8%

Programs & Offerings

AP/IB Programs3 AP courses offered
20.8% participation·State avg: 3.2 AP courses·CRDC 2021-22
Athletics23sports offered
12 boys'·11 girls'·44 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

101 NEW MILFORD AVE, Dumont, NJ 07628

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Dumont High School may also want to explore other high schools in the area. New Milford High School (rated 6.5/10, 1.3 miles away, in nearby New Milford), with a very similar rating. Additionally, Bergenfield High School (rated 6.3/10, 1.4 miles away, in nearby Bergenfield), with a very similar rating. For more schools in Dumont, see our Dumont schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 1.5 mi
School Distance Rating
Lincoln Elementary School Dumont 0.3 mi 6.8
Selzer Elementary\Middle School Dumont 0.5 mi 7.8
Honiss Elementary\Middle School Dumont 0.7 mi 7.2
Bertrand F. Gibbs Elementary School New Milford 0.7 mi 7.5
Grant Elementary School Dumont 0.8 mi 5.2
David E. Owens Middle School New Milford 0.9 mi 6.9
INSTITUTE FOR EDUCATIONAL ACHIEVEMENT New Milford 0.8 mi
Jefferson Elementary School Bergenfield 1.0 mi 6.6
Franklin Elementary School Bergenfield 1.1 mi 8.1
BERGEN CENTER FOR CHILD DEVELOPMENT Haworth 1.1 mi
Washington Elementary School Bergenfield 1.2 mi 6.0
Roy W. Brown Middle School Bergenfield 1.4 mi 7.2
Bergenfield High School Bergenfield 1.4 mi 6.3
SOLOMON SCHECHTER DAY SCHOOL OF BERGEN CO New Milford 1.1 mi 6.1
Haworth Public School Haworth 1.4 mi 8.0
Malcolm S Mackay School Tenafly 1.4 mi 9.0
New Milford High School New Milford 1.3 mi 6.5
THE MONTESSORI HOUSE Tenafly 1.6 mi
Lincoln Elementary School Bergenfield 1.9 mi 5.6
ST JOSEPH SCHOOL Oradell 1.5 mi 7.0

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 07628 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$125,585

Median Home Value

$469,900

Median Rent

$1,778/mo

Population

18,072

College Educated

46.8%

Homeownership

72.2%

Avg Commute

32.5 min

Poverty Rate

6%

Median Age

42.1

Similar Schools

Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings

School Rating
Middlesex High School Middlesex, NJ 6.4
Passaic Preparatory Academy Passaic, NJ 6.4
Vernon Township High School Vernon, NJ 6.4
Wood-Ridge Jr/Sr High School Wood-Ridge, NJ 6.4
Holmdel High School Holmdel, NJ 6.5
Morris County School of Technology Denville, NJ 6.5

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Dumont High School

What grades does Dumont High School serve?

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

How many students attend Dumont High School?

Dumont High School has an enrollment of approximately 768 students.

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

The student-teacher ratio at Dumont High School is 11.8:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does Dumont High School rank in NJ?

Dumont High School ranks #1,242 of 2,466 schools in NJ.

What is Dumont High School's MySchoolScout rating?

Dumont High School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.4 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 Dumont High School?

Based on loaded state assessment records, Dumont High School has 56% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 75% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).

Is Dumont High School a charter school?

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

Is Dumont High School a Title I school?

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

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

10.5% of students at Dumont 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
73 Very Walkable
Transit Score
51 Good Transit
Bike Score
46 Somewhat Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
9th – 12th
Enrollment
768
Student-Teacher Ratio
11.8:1
Teachers (FTE)
65
Free/Reduced Lunch
10.5%
Type
regular
Setting
Large Suburb
County
Bergen County
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
14.8%
4-Year Graduation
89.0%

District

Dumont Public School District
District Enrollment
2,614
Schools in District
5
Per-Pupil Spending
$22,115
District Rank
#4 of 5

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