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Passaic County-manchester Regional High School

High School · Passaic County Manchester Regional High School District

70 CHURCH STREET, Haledon, NJ 07508

Enrollment

819

Student-Teacher

13.7:1

Score

3.2

Grades

9th – 12th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

New Jersey schools

#2,438 of 2,466

In Haledon

#2 of 2

public schools

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Passaic County-manchester Regional High School

3.2/10

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

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About Passaic County-manchester Regional High School

Passaic County-manchester Regional High School is a public high school in Haledon, NJ, part of Passaic County Manchester Regional High School District. Passaic County-manchester Regional High School serves approximately 819 students, and covers grades 9th-12th, and has a 13.7:1 student-teacher ratio. Passaic County-manchester Regional High School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 3.2 out of 10 and ranks #2,438 of 2,466 schools in NJ.

Structured state assessment records for Passaic County-manchester Regional High School show 28% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 53% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).

How it compares2.6 pts below NJ schools
  • This school 3.2 · Needs Improvement
  • NJ avg 5.8

What Parents Should Know

32% of students at Passaic County-manchester Regional High School were chronically absent in the 2022-23 school year, above the national average. Chronic absenteeism means missing 15 or more school days, and at high rates it drags on classroom pacing for everyone. Ask what the school does to help families get kids to class consistently.

Score Breakdown

Full Profile · 4/4 metrics
Student Progress2.6Needs Improvement25%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data16
Annual Change-7.5 pts/yr
Data Period2009–2025
TrendDeclining
Academics2.7Needs Improvement25%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency8.3% (2025 NJSLA)
Reading/ELA Proficiency19.4% (2025 NJSLA)
Math vs. State Avg-33.2 pts
Reading vs. State Avg-38.8 pts
Overall Proficiency14% (2025 NJSLA, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)28% (model expectation from 2025 NJSLA)
vs. Expected-14.5 pts
Adjusted Percentile9th
College Readiness4.7Below Average30%
Graduation rates, AP course participation, and IB availability.
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4-Year Graduation Rate82%
AP Participation2.1%
IB ProgramNo
Resources & Environment2.5Needs Improvement20%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio13.7:1
Per-Pupil Spending$25,298
Chronic Absenteeism32.4%

Passaic County-manchester Regional High School — Students at Passaic County-manchester Regional High School score 14% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 28%).

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Equity & Diversity

Shown separately, not included in overall score

Free/Reduced Lunch

70.5%

Students qualifying for federal meal assistance

Test Scores NJ NJSLA (2024-25)

Math Proficiency 27.9% (multi-year average, 2009-2025)
School
State
42.8% (multi-year state average, 2024-2025)
ELA Proficiency 52.6% (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
77%
ELA
92%
2010
Math
67%
ELA
92%
2011
Math
72%
ELA
87%
2012
Math
77%
ELA
92%
2013
Math
67%
ELA
87%
2014
Math
3%
ELA
18%
2015
Math
9%
ELA
35%
2016
Math
10%
ELA
39%
2017
Math
9%
ELA
51%
2018
Math
8%
ELA
41%
2019
Math
8%
ELA
41%
2020*
Math
11%
ELA
42%
2021*
Math
11%
ELA
42%
2022
Math
2.5%
ELA
27%
2024
Math
7.1%
ELA
35.6%
2025
Math
8.3%
ELA
19.4%

* 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: 2.6/10.

How Passaic County-manchester Regional High School Compares

See how Passaic County-manchester Regional High School performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.

Overall Score
3.2/10
1th percentile in NJ
Academic
2.7/10
Needs Improvement
Growth
2.6/10
Needs Improvement
Environment
2.5/10
Needs Improvement
AP Courses
4
State avg: 3.2
Sports
14
7 boys' · 7 girls'
Advanced STEM
5/5
Subjects offered

Funding & Resources

Free/Reduced Lunch
Students eligible for subsidized meals
71%
Teaching Staff
14:1 student-teacher ratio
60 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
32.4%

Programs & Offerings

AP/IB Programs4 AP courses offered
2.1% participation·State avg: 3.2 AP courses·CRDC 2021-22
Athletics14sports offered
7 boys'·7 girls'·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

70 CHURCH STREET, Haledon, NJ 07508

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Passaic County-manchester Regional High School may also want to explore other high schools in the area. EASTERN CHRISTIAN HIGH SCHOOL (rated 7.2/10, 0.2 miles away, in nearby North Haledon), which scores notably higher. Another option is MARY HELP OF CHRISTIANS ACADEMY (rated 6.8/10, 0.6 miles away, in nearby North Haledon), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Hawthorne High School (rated 5.1/10, 1.3 miles away, in nearby Hawthorne), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Haledon, see our Haledon schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 1.8 mi
School Distance Rating
EASTERN CHRISTIAN HIGH SCHOOL North Haledon 0.2 mi 7.2
Prospect Park School No. 1 Prospect Park 0.6 mi 3.1
MARY HELP OF CHRISTIANS ACADEMY North Haledon 0.6 mi 6.8
Washington Elementary School Hawthorne 0.6 mi 5.9
AL-HIKMAH ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Prospect Park 0.7 mi 8.0
GILMORE MEMORIAL CHRIS ACD Paterson 0.8 mi
High Mountain School North Haledon 0.9 mi 8.5
Haledon Public School Haledon 0.8 mi 6.0
School 12 Paterson 1.0 mi 5.1
ST GERARD MAJELLA SCHOOL Paterson 1.1 mi 6.6
Rev. Dr. Frank Napier Jr. School Paterson 1.2 mi 3.3
Memorial Elementary School North Haledon 1.3 mi 8.1
School 28 Paterson 1.3 mi 7.4
Hawthorne High School Hawthorne 1.3 mi 5.1
School 5 Paterson 1.6 mi 6.6
School 10 Paterson 1.4 mi 5.0
School 19 Paterson 1.6 mi 7.1
Norman S. Weir Paterson 1.7 mi 8.3
Newcomers High School Paterson 1.7 mi 3.3
School 2 Paterson 1.8 mi 7.3

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 07508 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$94,611

Median Home Value

$444,600

Median Rent

$1,749/mo

Population

23,611

College Educated

29.7%

Homeownership

62.7%

Avg Commute

26.9 min

Poverty Rate

10.8%

Median Age

41.6

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Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Passaic County-manchester Regional High School

What grades does Passaic County-manchester Regional High School serve?

Passaic County-manchester Regional High School serves students in grades 9th through 12th.

How many students attend Passaic County-manchester Regional High School?

Passaic County-manchester Regional High School has an enrollment of approximately 819 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Passaic County-manchester Regional High School?

The student-teacher ratio at Passaic County-manchester Regional High School is 13.7:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does Passaic County-manchester Regional High School rank in NJ?

Passaic County-manchester Regional High School ranks #2,438 of 2,466 schools in NJ.

What is Passaic County-manchester Regional High School's MySchoolScout rating?

Passaic County-manchester Regional High School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 3.2 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 Passaic County-manchester Regional High School?

Based on loaded state assessment records, Passaic County-manchester Regional High School has 28% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 53% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).

Is Passaic County-manchester Regional High School a charter school?

No, Passaic County-manchester Regional High School is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.

Is Passaic County-manchester Regional High School a Title I school?

No, Passaic County-manchester Regional High School is not currently a Title I school.

What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Passaic County-manchester Regional High School?

70.5% of students at Passaic County-manchester Regional 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
30 Car-Dependent
Bike Score
20 Somewhat Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
9th – 12th
Enrollment
819
Student-Teacher Ratio
13.7:1
Teachers (FTE)
60
Free/Reduced Lunch
70.5%
Type
regular
Setting
Large Suburb
County
Passaic County
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
32.4%
4-Year Graduation
82.0%

District

Passaic County Manchester Regional High School District
District Enrollment
845
Schools in District
1
Per-Pupil Spending
$25,298
District Rank
#1 of 1

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