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New Egypt High School

High School · Plumsted Township School District

117 EVERGREEN ROAD, New Egypt, NJ 08533

Enrollment

317

Student-Teacher

10.2:1

Score

6.0

Grades

9th – 12th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

New Jersey schools

#1,511 of 2,466

In New Egypt

#1 of 3

public schools

In district

#1 of 3

Plumsted Township School District

School environment

7.5 / 10

Very Good

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New Egypt High School

6.0/10

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

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About New Egypt High School

New Egypt High School is a public high school in New Egypt, NJ, part of Plumsted Township School District. New Egypt High School serves approximately 317 students, and covers grades 9th-12th, and has a 10.2:1 student-teacher ratio. New Egypt High School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.0 out of 10 and ranks #1,511 of 2,466 schools in NJ.

Structured state assessment records for New Egypt High School show 45% 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 6.0 · Average
  • NJ avg 5.8

What Parents Should Know

New Egypt High School sits in a rural area, which can mean longer drives for some families. Rural schools are often community anchors with smaller classes, but check transportation, after-school options, and access to specialized services before you commit.

Score Breakdown

Full Profile · 4/4 metrics
Student Progress5.9Average25%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
View breakdown
Years of Data16
Annual Change+0.27 pts/yr
Data Period2009–2025
TrendStable
Academics3.5Needs Improvement25%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency25% (2025 NJSLA)
Reading/ELA Proficiency38.5% (2025 NJSLA)
Math vs. State Avg-16.5 pts
Reading vs. State Avg-19.7 pts
Overall Proficiency32% (2025 NJSLA, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)57% (model expectation from 2025 NJSLA)
vs. Expected-25.3 pts
Adjusted Percentile16th
College Readiness7.2Very Good30%
Graduation rates, AP course participation, and IB availability.
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4-Year Graduation Rate92%
AP Participation18.6%
IB ProgramNo
Resources & Environment7.5Very Good20%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio10.2:1
Per-Pupil Spending$27,063
Chronic Absenteeism16.4%

New Egypt High School — Students at New Egypt High School score 32% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 57%).

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Equity & Diversity

Shown separately, not included in overall score

Free/Reduced Lunch

20.2%

Students qualifying for federal meal assistance

Test Scores NJ NJSLA (2024-25)

Math Proficiency 44.8% (multi-year average, 2009-2025)
School
State
36.3% (multi-year state average, 2024-2025)
ELA Proficiency 62.3% (multi-year average, 2009-2025)
School
State
55.6% (multi-year state average, 2024-2025)

Based on 36 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
77%
ELA
92%
2010
Math
82%
ELA
92%
2011
Math
82%
ELA
92%
2012
Math
82%
ELA
92%
2013
Math
92%
ELA
97.5%
2014
Math
22%
ELA
27%
2015
Math
31%
ELA
54%
2016
Math
22%
ELA
54%
2017
Math
26%
ELA
57%
2018
Math
47%
ELA
72%
2019
Math
47%
ELA
72%
2020*
Math
32%
ELA
57%
2021*
Math
32%
ELA
57%
2022
Math
37%
ELA
47%
2024
Math
20%
ELA
42.9%
2025
Math
25%
ELA
38.5%

* 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: 5.9/10.

How New Egypt High School Compares

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

Overall Score
6.0/10
39th percentile in NJ
Academic
3.5/10
Needs Improvement
Growth
5.9/10
Average
Environment
7.5/10
Very Good
AP Courses
3
State avg: 3.2
Sports
18
9 boys' · 9 girls'
Advanced STEM
5/5
Subjects offered
Gifted & Talented
Yes
Program available

Funding & Resources

Free/Reduced Lunch
Students eligible for subsidized meals
20%
Teaching Staff
10:1 student-teacher ratio
31 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
16.4%

Programs & Offerings

AP/IB Programs3 AP courses offered
18.6% participation·State avg: 3.2 AP courses·CRDC 2021-22
Athletics18sports offered
9 boys'·9 girls'·18 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

117 EVERGREEN ROAD, New Egypt, NJ 08533

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering New Egypt High School may also want to explore other high schools in the area. NEW JERSEY UNITED CHRISTIAN ACADEMY (rated 6.8/10, 2.0 miles away, in nearby Cream Ridge), which scores slightly higher. Additionally, Allentown High School (rated 5.5/10, 7.1 miles away, in nearby Allentown), with a comparable rating. For more schools in New Egypt, see our New Egypt schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 10.0 mi
School Distance Rating
New Egypt Middle School New Egypt 0.1 mi 4.1
Dr. Gerald H. Woehr Elementary School New Egypt 0.7 mi 5.5
NEW JERSEY UNITED CHRISTIAN ACADEMY Cream Ridge 2.0 mi 6.8
North Hanover Township Upper Elementary School Wrightstown 3.0 mi 8.1
Clarence B. Lamb Elementary School Wrightstown 3.1 mi 4.8
Endeavour Elementary School Jb Mdl 3.5 mi 6.2
New Hanover Township School Wrightstown 5.6 mi 7.0
Newell Elementary School Allentown 7.1 mi 6.5
Allentown High School Allentown 7.1 mi 5.5
Joseph S. Stackhouse School Browns Mills 7.8 mi 4.5
SCHOOL TIME Allentown 7.7 mi
TADPOLE VILLAGE PRESCHOOL AT FROGBRIDGE Millstone Township 7.8 mi
Stonebridge Middle School Allentown 7.9 mi 7.3
MEADOW VIEW JUNIOR ACADEMY Chesterfield 7.2 mi 6.1
Fort Dix Elementary School Fort Dix 7.9 mi 8.9
Chesterfield Township Elementary School Chesterfield 7.8 mi 6.5
Denbo Crichton School Browns Mills 9.3 mi 5.6
Sharon School Robbinsville 9.5 mi 7.6
Elms Elementary School Jackson 8.5 mi 5.5
Roosevelt Public School Roosevelt 10.0 mi 8.4

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 08533 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$101,982

Median Home Value

$471,500

Median Rent

$1,662/mo

Population

6,892

College Educated

30.2%

Homeownership

75.4%

Avg Commute

32.7 min

Poverty Rate

4.5%

Median Age

39.9

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Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about New Egypt High School

What grades does New Egypt High School serve?

New Egypt High School serves students in grades 9th through 12th.

How many students attend New Egypt High School?

New Egypt High School has an enrollment of approximately 317 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at New Egypt High School?

The student-teacher ratio at New Egypt High School is 10.2:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does New Egypt High School rank in NJ?

New Egypt High School ranks #1,511 of 2,466 schools in NJ.

What is New Egypt High School's MySchoolScout rating?

New Egypt High School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.0 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 New Egypt High School?

Based on loaded state assessment records, New Egypt High School has 45% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 62% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).

Is New Egypt High School a charter school?

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

Is New Egypt High School a Title I school?

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

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

20.2% of students at New Egypt 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
20 Car-Dependent
Bike Score
49 Somewhat Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
9th – 12th
Enrollment
317
Student-Teacher Ratio
10.2:1
Teachers (FTE)
31
Free/Reduced Lunch
20.2%
Type
regular
Setting
Distant Rural
County
Ocean County
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
16.4%
4-Year Graduation
92.0%

District

Plumsted Township School District
District Enrollment
1,151
Schools in District
3
Per-Pupil Spending
$27,063
District Rank
#1 of 3

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