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Keyport High School

High School · Keyport School District

351 BROAD STREET, Keyport, NJ 07735

Enrollment

375

Student-Teacher

12.1:1

Score

4.1

Grades

9th – 12th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

New Jersey schools

#2,274 of 2,466

In Keyport

#2 of 2

public schools

In district

#2 of 2

Keyport School District

School environment

7.1 / 10

Very Good

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4.1/10

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

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About Keyport High School

Keyport High School is a public high school in Keyport, NJ, part of Keyport School District. Keyport High School serves approximately 375 students, and covers grades 9th-12th, and has a 12.1:1 student-teacher ratio. Keyport High School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.1 out of 10 and ranks #2,274 of 2,466 schools in NJ.

Structured state assessment records for Keyport High School show 26% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 50% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).

How it compares1.7 pts below NJ schools
  • This school 4.1 · Below Average
  • NJ avg 5.8

Score Breakdown

Full Profile · 4/4 metrics
Student Progress1.7Needs Improvement25%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data16
Annual Change-14.95 pts/yr
Data Period2009–2025
TrendDeclining
Academics2.6Needs Improvement25%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency10% (2025 NJSLA)
Reading/ELA Proficiency25.3% (2025 NJSLA)
Math vs. State Avg-31.5 pts
Reading vs. State Avg-32.9 pts
Overall Proficiency18% (2025 NJSLA, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)37% (model expectation from 2025 NJSLA)
vs. Expected-19.3 pts
Adjusted Percentile9th
College Readiness5.5Average30%
Graduation rates, AP course participation, and IB availability.
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4-Year Graduation Rate92%
AP Participation2.9%
IB ProgramNo
Resources & Environment7.1Very Good20%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio12.1:1
Per-Pupil Spending$26,947
Chronic Absenteeism16.8%

Keyport High School — Students at Keyport High School score 18% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 37%).

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Equity & Diversity

Shown separately, not included in overall score

Free/Reduced Lunch

55.5%

Students qualifying for federal meal assistance

Test Scores NJ NJSLA (2024-25)

Math Proficiency 26.1% (multi-year average, 2009-2025)
School
State
42.8% (multi-year state average, 2024-2025)
ELA Proficiency 50.0% (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
82%
2010
Math
57%
ELA
82%
2011
Math
67%
ELA
82%
2012
Math
67%
ELA
87%
2013
Math
62%
ELA
87%
2014
Math
2.5%
ELA
16%
2015
Math
8%
ELA
42%
2016
Math
12%
ELA
38%
2017
Math
8%
ELA
31%
2018
Math
12%
ELA
42%
2019
Math
12%
ELA
42%
2020*
Math
12%
ELA
27%
2021*
Math
12%
ELA
27%
2022
Math
12%
ELA
32%
2024
Math
7%
ELA
58.2%
2025
Math
10%
ELA
25.3%

* 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: 1.7/10.

How Keyport High School Compares

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

Overall Score
4.1/10
8th percentile in NJ
Academic
2.6/10
Needs Improvement
Growth
1.7/10
Needs Improvement
Environment
7.1/10
Very Good
AP Courses
2
State avg: 3.2
Sports
16
8 boys' · 8 girls'
Advanced STEM
5/5
Subjects offered
Gifted & Talented
Yes
Program available

Funding & Resources

Free/Reduced Lunch
Students eligible for subsidized meals
56%
Teaching Staff
12:1 student-teacher ratio
31 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
16.8%

Programs & Offerings

AP/IB Programs2 AP courses offered
2.9% participation·State avg: 3.2 AP courses·CRDC 2021-22
Athletics16sports offered
8 boys'·8 girls'·19 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

351 BROAD STREET, Keyport, NJ 07735

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Keyport High School may also want to explore other high schools in the area. Matawan Regional High School (rated 6.2/10, 1.9 miles away, in nearby Aberdeen), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Raritan High School (rated 5.4/10, 2.4 miles away, in nearby Hazlet), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Keyport, see our Keyport schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 2.6 mi
School Distance Rating
Keyport Central School Keyport 0.1 mi 7.7
Sycamore Drive Early Childhood Learning Center Hazlet 0.7 mi 4.8
Beers Street School Hazlet 0.9 mi 6.2
Raritan Valley School Hazlet 1.1 mi 5.4
HOLMDEL PRESCHOOL CENTER Holmdel 1.3 mi
Cove Road School Hazlet 1.2 mi 5.4
Indian Hill School Holmdel 1.7 mi 7.1
Memorial School Union Beach 1.5 mi 7.2
Middle Road School Hazlet 1.5 mi 8.6
Strathmore Elementary School Aberdeen 1.9 mi 7.0
Matawan Regional High School Aberdeen 1.9 mi 6.2
Hazlet Middle School Hazlet 1.8 mi 7.7
Matawan-Aberdeen Middle School Cliffwood 1.8 mi 7.9
Cliffwood Elementary School Cliffwood 1.9 mi 7.6
Lloyd Road Elementary School Aberdeen 2.2 mi 5.2
Cambridge Park Elementary School Aberdeen 2.4 mi 7.7
HOME AWAY HOME ACADEMY Aberdeen 2.8 mi
Monmouth County Vocational Technical High School Hazlet 2.4 mi
Raritan High School Hazlet 2.4 mi 5.4
Leroy Gordon Cooper Elementary School Cliffwood Beach 2.6 mi 6.0

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 07735 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$98,760

Median Home Value

$384,700

Median Rent

$1,520/mo

Population

19,203

College Educated

32.5%

Homeownership

76.3%

Avg Commute

30.1 min

Poverty Rate

5.3%

Median Age

43.6

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Bergen County Technical High School - Paramus Paramus, NJ 4.2
Clayton High School Clayton, NJ 4.2

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Keyport High School

What grades does Keyport High School serve?

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

How many students attend Keyport High School?

Keyport High School has an enrollment of approximately 375 students.

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

The student-teacher ratio at Keyport High School is 12.1:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does Keyport High School rank in NJ?

Keyport High School ranks #2,274 of 2,466 schools in NJ.

What is Keyport High School's MySchoolScout rating?

Keyport High School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.1 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 Keyport High School?

Based on loaded state assessment records, Keyport High School has 26% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 50% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).

Is Keyport High School a charter school?

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

Is Keyport High School a Title I school?

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

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

55.5% of students at Keyport 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
74 Very Walkable
Bike Score
77 Very Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
9th – 12th
Enrollment
375
Student-Teacher Ratio
12.1:1
Teachers (FTE)
31
Free/Reduced Lunch
55.5%
Type
regular
Setting
Large Suburb
County
Monmouth County
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
16.8%
4-Year Graduation
92.0%

District

Keyport School District
District Enrollment
1,004
Schools in District
2
Per-Pupil Spending
$26,947
District Rank
#2 of 2

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