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Piscataway Township High School

High School · Piscataway Township School District

100 BEHMER ROAD, Piscataway, NJ 08854

Enrollment

2,127

Student-Teacher

14.1:1

Score

5.0

Grades

9th – 12th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

New Jersey schools

#2,026 of 2,466

In Piscataway

#11 of 16

public schools

In district

#7 of 11

Piscataway Township School District

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Piscataway Township High School

5.0/10

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

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4.8/10

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About Piscataway Township High School

Piscataway Township High School is a public high school in Piscataway, NJ, part of Piscataway Township School District. Piscataway Township High School serves approximately 2,127 students, and covers grades 9th-12th, and has a 14.1:1 student-teacher ratio. Piscataway Township High School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.0 out of 10 and ranks #2,026 of 2,466 schools in NJ.

Structured state assessment records for Piscataway Township High School show 48% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 64% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).

How it compares0.8 pts below NJ schools
  • This school 5.0 · Average
  • NJ avg 5.8

What Parents Should Know

Piscataway Township High School is a large school: 2,127 students. Size usually brings more course choices and activities than a smaller school can staff, but kids can also blend into the crowd. Ask how the school keeps students known and supported.

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-15.95 pts/yr
Data Period2009–2025
TrendDeclining
Academics5.0Average25%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency29.3% (2025 NJSLA)
Reading/ELA Proficiency50.2% (2025 NJSLA)
Math vs. State Avg-12.2 pts
Reading vs. State Avg-8 pts
Overall Proficiency40% (2025 NJSLA, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)47% (model expectation from 2025 NJSLA)
vs. Expected-7.7 pts
Adjusted Percentile32th
College Readiness9.0Excellent30%
Graduation rates, AP course participation, and IB availability.
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4-Year Graduation Rate94%
AP Participation40.1%
IB ProgramNo
Resources & Environment2.9Needs Improvement20%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio14.1:1
Per-Pupil Spending$21,556
Chronic Absenteeism16.3%

Piscataway Township High School — Students at Piscataway Township High School score 40% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 47%).

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Equity & Diversity

Shown separately, not included in overall score

Free/Reduced Lunch

37%

Students qualifying for federal meal assistance

Test Scores NJ NJSLA (2024-25)

Math Proficiency 47.9% (multi-year average, 2009-2025)
School
State
51.4% (multi-year state average, 2024-2025)
ELA Proficiency 63.9% (multi-year average, 2009-2025)
School
State
54.1% (multi-year state average, 2024-2025)

Based on 33 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
83%
ELA
91%
2010
Math
84%
ELA
92%
2011
Math
86%
ELA
91%
2012
Math
84%
ELA
93%
2013
Math
86%
ELA
92%
2014
Math
21%
ELA
47%
2015
Math
25%
ELA
36%
2016
Math
30%
ELA
42%
2017
Math
31%
ELA
45%
2018
Math
38%
ELA
57%
2019
Math
38%
ELA
57%
2020*
Math
24%
ELA
60%
2021*
Math
24%
ELA
60%
2022
Math
26%
ELA
50%
2024
Math
52.5%
ELA
58.9%
2025
Math
29.3%
ELA
50.2%

* 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 Piscataway Township High School Compares

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

Overall Score
5.0/10
18th percentile in NJ
Academic
5.0/10
Average
Growth
1.7/10
Needs Improvement
Environment
2.9/10
Needs Improvement
AP Courses
3
State avg: 3.2
Sports
20
10 boys' · 10 girls'
Advanced STEM
5/5
Subjects offered

Funding & Resources

Free/Reduced Lunch
Students eligible for subsidized meals
37%
Teaching Staff
14:1 student-teacher ratio
151 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
16.3%

Programs & Offerings

AP/IB Programs3 AP courses offered
40.1% participation·State avg: 3.2 AP courses·CRDC 2021-22
Athletics20sports offered
10 boys'·10 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

Data as of 2021-22 · Source: CRDC via Urban Institute · Learn more

Location

100 BEHMER ROAD, Piscataway, NJ 08854

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Piscataway Township High School may also want to explore other high schools in the area. Conackamack Middle School (rated 8.0/10, 0.9 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is Parker Elementary School (rated 7.7/10, 2.6 miles away, in nearby Middlesex), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Quibbletown Middle School (rated 7.3/10, 2.1 miles away), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Piscataway, see our Piscataway schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 3.2 mi
School Distance Rating
Piscataway Township Schools Children's Corner Piscataway 0.4 mi 4.8
THE GODDARD SCHOOL Piscataway 0.6 mi
Conackamack Middle School Piscataway 0.9 mi 8.0
Martin Luther King Elementary School Piscataway 1.0 mi 6.8
AN-NOOR ACADEMY Piscataway 1.2 mi 6.9
Theodore Schor Middle School Piscataway 1.2 mi 6.6
Knollwood Elementary School Piscataway 1.1 mi 4.5
Randolphville Elementary School Piscataway 1.0 mi 4.2
Grandview Elementary School Piscataway 1.4 mi 4.7
Dwight D. Eisenhower Elementary School Piscataway 1.4 mi 6.9
NuView Academy Piscataway 1.7 mi 6.1
RUTGERS PREPARATORY SCHOOL Somerset 1.9 mi 6.7
Quibbletown Middle School Piscataway 2.1 mi 7.3
John P. Faber Elementary School Dunellen 2.5 mi 6.9
Parker Elementary School Middlesex 2.6 mi 7.7
RUTGERS-LIVINGSTON DAY CARE CENTER Piscataway 2.5 mi
SOMERSET BIBLE BAPTIST CHRISTIAN AC Somerset 2.4 mi 6.2
Middlesex High School Middlesex 2.9 mi 6.4
PRECIOUS MOMENTS ACADEMY Dunellen 3.1 mi
Lincoln Middle School Dunellen 3.2 mi 5.9

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 08854 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$126,331

Median Home Value

$423,900

Median Rent

$1,929/mo

Population

60,405

College Educated

49.8%

Homeownership

64.9%

Avg Commute

27.4 min

Poverty Rate

5.4%

Median Age

33.6

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Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Piscataway Township High School

What grades does Piscataway Township High School serve?

Piscataway Township High School serves students in grades 9th through 12th.

How many students attend Piscataway Township High School?

Piscataway Township High School has an enrollment of approximately 2,127 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Piscataway Township High School?

The student-teacher ratio at Piscataway Township High School is 14.1:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does Piscataway Township High School rank in NJ?

Piscataway Township High School ranks #2,026 of 2,466 schools in NJ.

What is Piscataway Township High School's MySchoolScout rating?

Piscataway Township High School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.0 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 Piscataway Township High School?

Based on loaded state assessment records, Piscataway Township High School has 48% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 64% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).

Is Piscataway Township High School a charter school?

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

Is Piscataway Township High School a Title I school?

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

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

37.0% of students at Piscataway Township 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
14 Car-Dependent
Bike Score
47 Somewhat Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
9th – 12th
Enrollment
2,127
Student-Teacher Ratio
14.1:1
Teachers (FTE)
151
Free/Reduced Lunch
37.0%
Type
regular
Setting
Large Suburb
County
Middlesex County
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
16.3%
4-Year Graduation
94.0%

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