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#919 of 2,466 schools in NJ

Top 37% in state

Wall High School

High School · Wall Township Public School District

1630 18TH AVE P O BOX 1199, Wall, NJ 07719

Enrollment

912

Student-Teacher

8.6:1

Score

7.0

Grades

9th – 12th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

New Jersey schools

#919 of 2,466

In Wall

#5 of 7

public schools

In district

#4 of 7

Wall Township Public School District

School environment

8.8 / 10

Excellent

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Wall High School

7.0/10

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

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7.6/10

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4.4/10

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About Wall High School

Wall High School is a public high school in Wall, NJ, part of Wall Township Public School District. Wall High School serves approximately 912 students, and covers grades 9th-12th, and has a 8.6:1 student-teacher ratio. Wall High School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.0 out of 10 and ranks #919 of 2,466 schools in NJ.

Structured state assessment records for Wall High School show 52% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 68% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).

How it compares1.2 pts above NJ schools
  • This school 7.0 · Very Good
  • NJ avg 5.8

What Parents Should Know

At 8.6:1 students to teachers, Wall High School sits well below the national average. Smaller classes like that usually mean more one-on-one time between students and teachers.

Score Breakdown

Full Profile · 4/4 metrics
Student Progress5.8Average25%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data16
Annual Change+0.18 pts/yr
Data Period2009–2025
TrendStable
Academics6.3Average25%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency42.2% (2025 NJSLA)
Reading/ELA Proficiency65% (2025 NJSLA)
Math vs. State Avg+0.7 pts
Reading vs. State Avg+6.8 pts
Overall Proficiency54% (2025 NJSLA, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)60% (model expectation from 2025 NJSLA)
vs. Expected-6.7 pts
Adjusted Percentile46th
College Readiness7.4Very Good30%
Graduation rates, AP course participation, and IB availability.
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4-Year Graduation Rate93%
AP Participation18.6%
IB ProgramNo
Resources & Environment8.8Excellent20%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio8.6:1
Per-Pupil Spending$29,653
Chronic Absenteeism14.9%

Wall High School — Students at Wall High School score 54% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 60%).

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Equity & Diversity

Shown separately, not included in overall score

Free/Reduced Lunch

14.4%

Students qualifying for federal meal assistance

Test Scores NJ NJSLA (2024-25)

Math Proficiency 51.7% (multi-year average, 2009-2025)
School
State
51.4% (multi-year state average, 2024-2025)
ELA Proficiency 68.2% (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
81%
ELA
93%
2010
Math
84%
ELA
92%
2011
Math
83%
ELA
95%
2012
Math
89%
ELA
96%
2013
Math
84%
ELA
96%
2014
Math
24%
ELA
38%
2015
Math
27%
ELA
56%
2016
Math
32%
ELA
52%
2017
Math
38%
ELA
49%
2018
Math
46%
ELA
63%
2019
Math
46%
ELA
63%
2020*
Math
32%
ELA
61%
2021*
Math
32%
ELA
61%
2022
Math
38%
ELA
54%
2024
Math
50.2%
ELA
56.7%
2025
Math
42.2%
ELA
65%

* 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: 5.8/10.

How Wall High School Compares

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

Overall Score
7.0/10
63th percentile in NJ
Academic
6.3/10
Average
Growth
5.8/10
Average
Environment
8.8/10
Excellent
AP Courses
4
State avg: 3.2
Sports
25
13 boys' · 12 girls'
Advanced STEM
5/5
Subjects offered
Gifted & Talented
Yes
Program available

Funding & Resources

Free/Reduced Lunch
Students eligible for subsidized meals
14%
Teaching Staff
9:1 student-teacher ratio
106 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
14.9%

Programs & Offerings

AP/IB Programs4 AP courses offered
18.6% participation·State avg: 3.2 AP courses·CRDC 2021-22
Athletics25sports offered
13 boys'·12 girls'·25 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

1630 18TH AVE P O BOX 1199, Wall, NJ 07719

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Wall High School may also want to explore other high schools in the area. Communications High School (rated 7.6/10, 0.1 miles away), which scores slightly higher. Another option is ST ROSE HIGH SCHOOL (rated 5.9/10, 2.1 miles away, in nearby Belmar), a more accessible option. Additionally, Academy Charter High School (rated 4.8/10, 1.7 miles away, in nearby Lake Como), a more accessible option. For more schools in Wall, see our Wall schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 2.7 mi
School Distance Rating
Communications High School Wall 0.1 mi 7.6
Wall Primary School Wall 0.5 mi 4.4
Wall Intermediate School Wall 1.4 mi 8.1
West Belmar Elementary School Wall 1.4 mi 8.2
Old Mill Elementary School Sea Girt 1.9 mi 6.8
THE BROOKSIDE SCHOOL Sea Girt 1.9 mi 5.2
Spring Lake Heights Elementary School Spring Lake Heights 1.6 mi 8.7
MONMOUTH MONTESORI ACADEMY Spring Lake 1.5 mi 4.4
Central Elementary School Wall 1.7 mi 5.5
Shark River Hills Elementary School Neptune 2.0 mi 7.6
H W Mountz Elementary School Spring Lake 1.8 mi 8.6
Academy Charter High School Lake Como 1.7 mi 4.8
Belmar Elementary Belmar 1.9 mi 6.9
SEA LAVENDAR MONTESSORI Belmar 1.9 mi
ATLANTIS PREP SCHOOL Manasquan 2.3 mi
ST ROSE HIGH SCHOOL Belmar 2.1 mi 5.9
ST CATHARINE SCHOOL Spring Lake 2.4 mi 5.7
ST ROSE GRAMMAR SCHOOL Belmar 2.2 mi 5.3
Sea Girt Elementary School Sea Girt 2.7 mi 6.6
Woodrow Wilson Neptune City 2.7 mi 6.5

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 07719 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$119,877

Median Home Value

$628,700

Median Rent

$1,754/mo

Population

22,138

College Educated

52.6%

Homeownership

73.4%

Avg Commute

29.3 min

Poverty Rate

5.1%

Median Age

45.4

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Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Wall High School

What grades does Wall High School serve?

Wall High School serves students in grades 9th through 12th.

How many students attend Wall High School?

Wall High School has an enrollment of approximately 912 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Wall High School?

The student-teacher ratio at Wall High School is 8.6:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does Wall High School rank in NJ?

Wall High School ranks #919 of 2,466 schools in NJ.

What is Wall High School's MySchoolScout rating?

Wall High School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.0 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 Wall High School?

Based on loaded state assessment records, Wall High School has 52% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 68% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).

Is Wall High School a charter school?

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

Is Wall High School a Title I school?

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

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

14.4% of students at Wall 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
25 Car-Dependent

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
9th – 12th
Enrollment
912
Student-Teacher Ratio
8.6:1
Teachers (FTE)
106
Free/Reduced Lunch
14.4%
Type
regular
Setting
Large Suburb
County
Monmouth County
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
14.9%
4-Year Graduation
93.0%

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