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Point Pleasant Borough High School

High School · Point Pleasant Borough School District

830 LAURA HERBERT DR, Point Pleasant, NJ 08742

Enrollment

856

Student-Teacher

10.7:1

Score

5.2

Grades

9th – 12th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

New Jersey schools

#1,920 of 2,466

In Point Pleasant

#4 of 4

public schools

In district

#4 of 4

Point Pleasant Borough School District

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Point Pleasant Borough High School

5.2/10

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

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About Point Pleasant Borough High School

Point Pleasant Borough High School is a public high school in Point Pleasant, NJ, part of Point Pleasant Borough School District. Point Pleasant Borough High School serves approximately 856 students, and covers grades 9th-12th, and has a 10.7:1 student-teacher ratio. Point Pleasant Borough High School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.2 out of 10 and ranks #1,920 of 2,466 schools in NJ.

Structured state assessment records for Point Pleasant Borough High School show 51% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 70% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).

How it compares0.6 pts below NJ schools
  • This school 5.2 · Average
  • NJ avg 5.8

Score Breakdown

Full Profile · 4/4 metrics
Student Progress1.8Needs Improvement25%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data16
Annual Change-14.25 pts/yr
Data Period2009–2025
TrendDeclining
Academics4.7Below Average25%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency36% (2025 NJSLA)
Reading/ELA Proficiency50% (2025 NJSLA)
Math vs. State Avg-5.5 pts
Reading vs. State Avg-8.2 pts
Overall Proficiency43% (2025 NJSLA, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)64% (model expectation from 2025 NJSLA)
vs. Expected-20.5 pts
Adjusted Percentile28th
College Readiness7.9Very Good30%
Graduation rates, AP course participation, and IB availability.
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4-Year Graduation Rate92%
AP Participation25.1%
IB ProgramNo
Resources & Environment5.8Average20%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio10.7:1
Per-Pupil Spending$20,952
Chronic Absenteeism8.6%

Point Pleasant Borough High School — Students at Point Pleasant Borough High School score 43% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 64%).

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Equity & Diversity

Shown separately, not included in overall score

Free/Reduced Lunch

8.8%

Students qualifying for federal meal assistance

Test Scores NJ NJSLA (2024-25)

Math Proficiency 51.3% (multi-year average, 2009-2025)
School
State
42.8% (multi-year state average, 2024-2025)
ELA Proficiency 70.0% (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
73%
ELA
94%
2010
Math
90%
ELA
98%
2011
Math
84%
ELA
95%
2012
Math
88%
ELA
96%
2013
Math
88%
ELA
96%
2014
Math
14%
ELA
55%
2015
Math
33%
ELA
56%
2016
Math
37%
ELA
58%
2017
Math
39%
ELA
64%
2018
Math
42%
ELA
63%
2019
Math
42%
ELA
63%
2020*
Math
43%
ELA
50%
2021*
Math
43%
ELA
50%
2022
Math
31%
ELA
55%
2024
Math
37.7%
ELA
76.8%
2025
Math
36%
ELA
50%

* 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: 1.8/10.

How Point Pleasant Borough High School Compares

See how Point Pleasant Borough High School performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.

Overall Score
5.2/10
22th percentile in NJ
Academic
4.7/10
Below Average
Growth
1.8/10
Needs Improvement
Environment
5.8/10
Average
AP Courses
3
State avg: 3.2
Sports
18
8 boys' · 10 girls'
Advanced STEM
5/5
Subjects offered
Gifted & Talented
Yes
Program available

Funding & Resources

Free/Reduced Lunch
Students eligible for subsidized meals
9%
Teaching Staff
11:1 student-teacher ratio
80 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
8.6%

Programs & Offerings

AP/IB Programs3 AP courses offered
25.1% participation·State avg: 3.2 AP courses·CRDC 2021-22
Athletics18sports offered
8 boys'·10 girls'·51 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

830 LAURA HERBERT DR, Point Pleasant, NJ 08742

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Point Pleasant Borough High School may also want to explore other high schools in the area. Point Pleasant Beach High School (rated 7.5/10, 1.3 miles away, in nearby Point Pleasant Beach), which scores notably higher. Another option is YESHIVA CHAYEI OLAM (rated 6.3/10, 2.4 miles away, in nearby Lakewood), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Manasquan High School (rated 6.1/10, 3.7 miles away, in nearby Manasquan), which scores slightly higher. For more schools in Point Pleasant, see our Point Pleasant schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 3.6 mi
School Distance Rating
Memorial Middle School Point Pleasant 0.1 mi 6.1
Ocean Road Elementary School Point Pleasant 0.6 mi 5.4
Nellie F. Bennett Elementary School Point Pleasant 0.8 mi 7.3
Point Pleasant Beach High School Point Pleasant Beach 1.3 mi 7.5
Bay Head Elementary Bay Head 1.2 mi 9.4
ST PETER SCHOOL Point Pleasant Beach 1.5 mi 6.1
Midstreams Elementary School Brick Town 1.7 mi 6.4
G. Harold Antrim Elementary School Point Pleasant Beach 1.8 mi 6.7
Brielle Elementary School Brielle 2.4 mi 6.7
Veterans Memorial Elementary School Brick 2.4 mi 6.7
YESHIVA CHAYEI OLAM Lakewood 2.4 mi 6.3
Veterans Memorial Middle School Brick Town 2.5 mi 6.4
HILL AND DALE SCHOOL Manasquan 3.5 mi
Herbertsville Early Childhood Development Center Brick 3.2 mi 5.5
Manasquan High School Manasquan 3.7 mi 6.1
Manasquan Elementary School Manasquan 3.7 mi 8.6
ATLANTIS PREP SCHOOL Manasquan 4.1 mi
Osbornville Elementary School Brick 3.6 mi 6.3
Sea Girt Elementary School Sea Girt 4.1 mi 6.6
Brick Township Memorial High School Brick 3.6 mi 5.1

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 08742 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$111,983

Median Home Value

$576,300

Median Rent

$1,879/mo

Population

25,558

College Educated

51.8%

Homeownership

79.3%

Avg Commute

30.6 min

Poverty Rate

5.2%

Median Age

45.8

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Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Point Pleasant Borough High School

What grades does Point Pleasant Borough High School serve?

Point Pleasant Borough High School serves students in grades 9th through 12th.

How many students attend Point Pleasant Borough High School?

Point Pleasant Borough High School has an enrollment of approximately 856 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Point Pleasant Borough High School?

The student-teacher ratio at Point Pleasant Borough High School is 10.7:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does Point Pleasant Borough High School rank in NJ?

Point Pleasant Borough High School ranks #1,920 of 2,466 schools in NJ.

What is Point Pleasant Borough High School's MySchoolScout rating?

Point Pleasant Borough High School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.2 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 Point Pleasant Borough High School?

Based on loaded state assessment records, Point Pleasant Borough High School has 51% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 70% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).

Is Point Pleasant Borough High School a charter school?

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

Is Point Pleasant Borough High School a Title I school?

No, Point Pleasant Borough High School is not currently a Title I school.

What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Point Pleasant Borough High School?

8.8% of students at Point Pleasant Borough 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
70 Very Walkable
Bike Score
49 Somewhat Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
9th – 12th
Enrollment
856
Student-Teacher Ratio
10.7:1
Teachers (FTE)
80
Free/Reduced Lunch
8.8%
Type
regular
Setting
Large Suburb
County
Ocean County
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
8.6%
4-Year Graduation
92.0%

District

Point Pleasant Borough School District
District Enrollment
2,659
Schools in District
4
Per-Pupil Spending
$20,952
District Rank
#4 of 4

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