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Pitman Jr./sr. High School

High School · Pitman Boro School District

225 Linden Avenue, Pitman, NJ 08071

Enrollment

487

Student-Teacher

10.6:1

Score

6.3

Grades

7th – 12th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

New Jersey schools

#1,325 of 2,466

In Pitman

#2 of 2

public schools

In district

#2 of 2

Pitman Boro School District

School environment

8.6 / 10

Excellent

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6.3/10

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About Pitman Jr./sr. High School

Pitman Jr./sr. High School is a public high school in Pitman, NJ, part of Pitman Boro School District. Pitman Jr./sr.

High School serves approximately 487 students, and covers grades 7th-12th, and has a 10.6:1 student-teacher ratio. Pitman Jr./sr. High School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.3 out of 10 and ranks #1,325 of 2,466 schools in NJ.

Structured state assessment records for Pitman Jr./sr. High School show 39% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 58% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).

How it compares0.5 pts above NJ schools
  • This school 6.3 · Average
  • NJ avg 5.8

Score Breakdown

Full Profile · 4/4 metrics
Student Progress6.5Average25%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data16
Annual Change+1.12 pts/yr
Data Period2009–2025
TrendImproving
Academics5.0Average25%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency34.6% (2025 NJSLA)
Reading/ELA Proficiency53.1% (2025 NJSLA)
Math vs. State Avg-6.9 pts
Reading vs. State Avg-1.2 pts
Overall Proficiency44% (2025 NJSLA, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)58% (model expectation from 2025 NJSLA)
vs. Expected-14.6 pts
Adjusted Percentile31th
College Readiness5.8Average30%
Graduation rates, AP course participation, and IB availability.
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4-Year Graduation Rate92%
AP Participation5.5%
IB ProgramNo
Resources & Environment8.6Excellent20%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio10.6:1
Per-Pupil Spending$27,116
Chronic Absenteeism11.3%

Pitman Jr./sr. High School — Students at Pitman Jr./sr. High School score 44% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 58%).

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Equity & Diversity

Shown separately, not included in overall score

Free/Reduced Lunch

17.7%

Students qualifying for federal meal assistance

Test Scores NJ NJSLA (2024-25)

Math Proficiency 38.9% (multi-year average, 2009-2025)
School
State
38.7% (multi-year state average, 2024-2025)
ELA Proficiency 57.6% (multi-year average, 2009-2025)
School
State
55.0% (multi-year state average, 2024-2025)

Based on 41 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
82%
ELA
87%
2010
Math
82%
ELA
92%
2011
Math
72%
ELA
92%
2012
Math
77%
ELA
92%
2013
Math
82%
ELA
92%
2014
Math
12%
ELA
26%
2015
Math
19%
ELA
25%
2016
Math
27%
ELA
43%
2017
Math
29%
ELA
46%
2018
Math
27%
ELA
57%
2019
Math
27%
ELA
57%
2020*
Math
17%
ELA
42%
2021*
Math
17%
ELA
42%
2022
Math
5%
ELA
47%
2024
Math
34.7%
ELA
50.8%
2025
Math
34.6%
ELA
53.1%

* 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: 6.5/10.

How Pitman Jr./sr. High School Compares

See how Pitman Jr./sr. High School performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.

Overall Score
6.3/10
46th percentile in NJ
Academic
5.0/10
Average
Growth
6.5/10
Average
Environment
8.6/10
Excellent
AP Courses
2
State avg: 3.2
Sports
15
7 boys' · 8 girls'
Advanced STEM
5/5
Subjects offered

Funding & Resources

Free/Reduced Lunch
Students eligible for subsidized meals
18%
Teaching Staff
11:1 student-teacher ratio
46 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
11.3%

Programs & Offerings

AP/IB Programs2 AP courses offered
5.5% participation·State avg: 3.2 AP courses·CRDC 2021-22
Athletics15sports offered
7 boys'·8 girls'·22 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

225 Linden Avenue, Pitman, NJ 08071

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Pitman Jr./sr. High School may also want to explore other high schools in the area. Gloucester County Institute of Technology (rated 6.8/10, 3.3 miles away, in nearby Sewell), which scores slightly higher. Another option is Washington Township High School (rated 5.2/10, 2.7 miles away, in nearby Sewell), a more accessible option. Additionally, Glassboro High School (rated 4.8/10, 1.7 miles away, in nearby Glassboro), a more accessible option. For more schools in Pitman, see our Pitman schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 2.9 mi
School Distance Rating
CORNERSTONE MONTESSORI SCHOOL Washington Township 0.7 mi
AMBASSADOR CHRISTIAN ACADEMY Sewell 0.9 mi 6.7
Memorial Elementary School Pitman 0.8 mi 6.6
HOLLYDELL SCHOOL Sewell 1.1 mi 6.4
Thomas E. Bowe School Glassboro 1.5 mi 6.0
Glassboro High School Glassboro 1.7 mi 4.8
Sewell Elementary School Sewell 1.8 mi 5.6
Hurffville Elementary School Sewell 1.8 mi 7.7
Chestnut Ridge Middle School Sewell 1.9 mi 7.2
GLOUCESTER COUNTY CHRISTIAN SCHOOL Sewell 1.8 mi 5.0
J. Harvey Rodgers School Glassboro 2.4 mi 6.0
Orchard Valley Middle School Sewell 2.2 mi 8.1
Dorothy L. Bullock School Glassboro 2.8 mi 3.8
CHESTERBROOK ACADEMY Sewell 2.7 mi
Gloucester County Institute of Technology Sewell 3.3 mi 6.8
THE GODDARD SCHOOL Sewell 2.6 mi
Washington Township High School Sewell 2.7 mi 5.2
Bankbridge Regional School Sewell 3.5 mi 4.8
Deptford Township Middle School Sewell 3.6 mi 7.1
Thomas Jefferson Elementary School Turnersville 2.9 mi 6.0

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 08071 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$97,222

Median Home Value

$258,400

Median Rent

$1,488/mo

Population

9,407

College Educated

44.8%

Homeownership

74%

Avg Commute

27.2 min

Poverty Rate

4.4%

Median Age

40.3

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THE MORRISTOWN BEARD SCHOOL Morristown, NJ 6.3
Arts High School Newark, NJ 6.2
NEWARK ACADEMY Livingston, NJ 6.2
Middlesex High School Middlesex, NJ 6.4

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Pitman Jr./sr. High School

What grades does Pitman Jr./sr. High School serve?

Pitman Jr./sr. High School serves students in grades 7th through 12th.

How many students attend Pitman Jr./sr. High School?

Pitman Jr./sr. High School has an enrollment of approximately 487 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Pitman Jr./sr. High School?

The student-teacher ratio at Pitman Jr./sr. High School is 10.6:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does Pitman Jr./sr. High School rank in NJ?

Pitman Jr./sr. High School ranks #1,325 of 2,466 schools in NJ.

What is Pitman Jr./sr. High School's MySchoolScout rating?

Pitman Jr./sr. High School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.3 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 Pitman Jr./sr. High School?

Based on loaded state assessment records, Pitman Jr./sr. High School has 39% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 58% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).

Is Pitman Jr./sr. High School a charter school?

No, Pitman Jr./sr. High School is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.

Is Pitman Jr./sr. High School a Title I school?

No, Pitman Jr./sr. High School is not currently a Title I school.

What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Pitman Jr./sr. High School?

17.7% of students at Pitman Jr./sr. 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
45 Car-Dependent
Bike Score
41 Somewhat Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
7th – 12th
Enrollment
487
Student-Teacher Ratio
10.6:1
Teachers (FTE)
46
Free/Reduced Lunch
17.7%
Type
regular
Setting
Large Suburb
County
Gloucester County
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
11.3%
4-Year Graduation
92.0%

District

Pitman Boro School District
District Enrollment
1,147
Schools in District
3
Per-Pupil Spending
$27,116
District Rank
#2 of 2

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