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Manville High School

High School · Manville School District

1100 Brooks Boulevard, Manville, NJ 08835

Enrollment

538

Student-Teacher

11:1

Score

4.2

Grades

9th – 12th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

New Jersey schools

#2,254 of 2,466

In Manville

#4 of 4

public schools

In district

#4 of 4

Manville School District

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Manville High School

4.2/10

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

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About Manville High School

Manville High School is a public high school in Manville, NJ, part of Manville School District. Manville High School serves approximately 538 students, and covers grades 9th-12th, and has a 11:1 student-teacher ratio. Manville High School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.2 out of 10 and ranks #2,254 of 2,466 schools in NJ.

Structured state assessment records for Manville High School show 30% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 59% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).

How it compares1.6 pts below NJ schools
  • This school 4.2 · Below Average
  • NJ avg 5.8

Score Breakdown

Full Profile · 4/4 metrics
Student Progress2.3Needs Improvement25%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data16
Annual Change-9 pts/yr
Data Period2009–2025
TrendDeclining
Academics2.2Needs Improvement25%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency5.2% (2025 NJSLA)
Reading/ELA Proficiency21.4% (2025 NJSLA)
Math vs. State Avg-36.3 pts
Reading vs. State Avg-36.8 pts
Overall Proficiency13% (2025 NJSLA, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)36% (model expectation from 2025 NJSLA)
vs. Expected-22.5 pts
Adjusted Percentile6th
College Readiness7.6Very Good30%
Graduation rates, AP course participation, and IB availability.
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4-Year Graduation Rate92%
AP Participation21.6%
IB ProgramNo
Resources & Environment3.8Needs Improvement20%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio11:1
Per-Pupil Spending$23,200
Chronic Absenteeism25.7%

Manville High School — Students at Manville High School score 13% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 36%).

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Equity & Diversity

Shown separately, not included in overall score

Free/Reduced Lunch

57.4%

Students qualifying for federal meal assistance

Test Scores NJ NJSLA (2024-25)

Math Proficiency 30.2% (multi-year average, 2009-2025)
School
State
42.8% (multi-year state average, 2024-2025)
ELA Proficiency 59.0% (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
67%
ELA
87%
2010
Math
67%
ELA
97.5%
2011
Math
67%
ELA
92%
2012
Math
72%
ELA
97.5%
2013
Math
67%
ELA
92%
2014
Math
12%
ELA
32%
2015
Math
19%
ELA
50%
2016
Math
21%
ELA
53%
2017
Math
17%
ELA
47%
2018
Math
17%
ELA
53%
2019
Math
17%
ELA
53%
2020*
Math
13%
ELA
47%
2021*
Math
13%
ELA
47%
2022
Math
7.5%
ELA
32%
2024
Math
2.1%
ELA
42.5%
2025
Math
5.2%
ELA
21.4%

* 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: 2.3/10.

How Manville High School Compares

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

Overall Score
4.2/10
9th percentile in NJ
Academic
2.2/10
Needs Improvement
Growth
2.3/10
Needs Improvement
Environment
3.8/10
Needs Improvement
AP Courses
4
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
57%
Teaching Staff
11:1 student-teacher ratio
49 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
25.7%

Programs & Offerings

AP/IB Programs4 AP courses offered
21.6% participation·State avg: 3.2 AP courses·CRDC 2021-22
Athletics16sports offered
8 boys'·8 girls'·23 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

1100 Brooks Boulevard, Manville, NJ 08835

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Manville High School may also want to explore other high schools in the area. IMMACULATA HIGH SCHOOL (rated 7.4/10, 2.7 miles away, in nearby Somerville), which scores notably higher. Another option is Somerset County Vocational Technical High School (rated 7.1/10, 3.0 miles away, in nearby Bridgewater), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Somerset Secondary Academy (rated 6.4/10, 1.2 miles away, in nearby Bridgewater), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Manville, see our Manville schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 2.6 mi
School Distance Rating
Alexander Batcho Intermediate School Manville 0.1 mi 6.8
Roosevelt School Manville 0.4 mi 7.7
Weston Elementary School Manville 0.7 mi 4.3
STELLAR ACADEMY OF HILLSBOROUGH Hillsborough 0.8 mi 6.9
Sunnymead Elementary School Hillsborough 1.1 mi 5.1
Somerset Elementary Academy Bridgewater 1.2 mi 8.9
The Career Center of the SCESC Bridgewater 1.2 mi
Somerset Secondary Academy Bridgewater 1.2 mi 6.4
Van Derveer Elementary School Somerville 1.9 mi 8.3
Adamsville Primary School Bridgewater 1.9 mi 8.4
Somerville Middle School Somerville 2.1 mi 8.0
RARITAN VALLEY MONTESSORI ACADEMY Bridgewater 2.0 mi 7.6
IMMACULATE CONCEPTION SCHOOL Somerville 2.3 mi 5.8
Somerville High School Somerville 2.4 mi 5.6
Bridgewater-Raritan Middle School Bridgewater 2.7 mi 8.3
IMMACULATA HIGH SCHOOL Somerville 2.7 mi 7.4
THE CENTER SCHOOL Somerset 2.3 mi 7.1
Somerset County Vocational Technical High School Bridgewater 3.0 mi 7.1
Central Jersey College Prep Charter School Somerset 2.7 mi 5.4
ST ANN CLASSICAL ACADEMY Raritan 2.6 mi 6.5

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 08835 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$93,872

Median Home Value

$321,100

Median Rent

$1,837/mo

Population

10,870

College Educated

28.6%

Homeownership

72.4%

Avg Commute

24.4 min

Poverty Rate

12.3%

Median Age

42.4

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Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Manville High School

What grades does Manville High School serve?

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

How many students attend Manville High School?

Manville High School has an enrollment of approximately 538 students.

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

The student-teacher ratio at Manville High School is 11:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does Manville High School rank in NJ?

Manville High School ranks #2,254 of 2,466 schools in NJ.

What is Manville High School's MySchoolScout rating?

Manville High School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.2 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 Manville High School?

Based on loaded state assessment records, Manville High School has 30% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 59% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).

Is Manville High School a charter school?

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

Is Manville High School a Title I school?

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

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

57.4% of students at Manville 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
34 Car-Dependent
Bike Score
40 Somewhat Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
9th – 12th
Enrollment
538
Student-Teacher Ratio
11:1
Teachers (FTE)
49
Free/Reduced Lunch
57.4%
Type
regular
Setting
Large Suburb
County
Somerset County
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
25.7%
4-Year Graduation
92.0%

District

Manville School District
District Enrollment
1,798
Schools in District
4
Per-Pupil Spending
$23,200
District Rank
#4 of 4

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