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#1019 of 2,463 schools in NJ

Top 41% 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

6.8

Grades

9th – 12th

Updated 2022-23

How this school compares

In Wall

#6 of 7

public schools

New Jersey high schools

#172 of 422

In district

#6 of 7

Wall Township Public School District

School environment

9.0 / 10

Exceptional

About Wall High School

Wall High School serves 912 students in grades 9-12 in Wall, New Jersey, offering a notably small class environment with an 8.6:1 student-teacher ratio and 106 full-time equivalent teachers. The school ranks in the 57th percentile statewide, placing #1076 out of 2475 New Jersey high schools with a 6.1 out of 10 MySchoolScout rating. Academically, Wall High School shows solid performance in English Language Arts, with 54% of students testing proficient or above across grade levels.

Mathematics presents opportunities for growth, with 38% of students achieving proficiency. These results reflect the school's ongoing commitment to student development across all subject areas. The school benefits from its location in an affluent suburban community where the median household income reaches $116,116 and 51% of residents hold bachelor's degrees or higher.

The low poverty rate of 4.5% indicates strong community economic stability, while median home values of $589,600 reflect the desirability of the area. Wall High School operates as a regular public school in Monmouth County's large suburban setting, serving a community of nearly 22,000 residents who value both educational opportunity and the comfortable suburban lifestyle that characterizes this established New Jersey township.

What Parents Should Know

With a student-teacher ratio of 8.6:1, Wall High School offers a notably low ratio compared to the national average. This typically means smaller class sizes and more opportunities for one-on-one interaction between students and teachers.

Score Breakdown

Full Profile · 4/4 metrics
Student Progress7.5Very Good25%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data4
Annual Change-0.31 pts/yr
Data Period2019–2024
TrendStable
Academics5.9Average25%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency38%
Reading/ELA Proficiency54%
Math vs. State Avg-3.5 pts
Reading vs. State Avg-4.2 pts
Overall Proficiency46%
Expected (poverty-adj.)56%
vs. Expected-10.1 pts
Adjusted Percentile42th
College Readiness5.6Average30%
Graduation rates, AP course participation, and IB availability.
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AP Participation18.6%
IB ProgramNo
Resources & Environment9.0Exceptional20%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio8.6:1
Per-Pupil Spending$28,224

Wall High School — Students at Wall High School score 46% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 56%).

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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 (2023-24)

Math Proficiency 43.3%
School
State
55.2%
ELA Proficiency 58.7%
School
State
58.2%

Based on 9 test records from NJ state assessments. About our data

Proficiency Trend

→ Stable

Average proficiency (% at or above grade level) across Math & ELA over time.

2019
Math
46%
ELA
63%
2021*
Math
32%
ELA
61%
2022
Math
38%
ELA
54%
2024
Math
50.2%
ELA
56.7%

* 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: 7.5/10.

How Wall High School Compares

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

Overall Score
6.8/10
59th percentile in NJ
Academic
5.9/10
5.9/10
Growth
7.5/10
Above average
Environment
9.0/10
Above average

Funding & Resources

Free/Reduced Lunch
Students eligible for subsidized meals
14%
Teaching Staff
9:1 student-teacher ratio
106 teachers

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 7.5/10, 0.1 miles away), which scores slightly higher. Another option is Academy Charter High School (rated 6.2/10, 1.7 miles away, in nearby Lake Como), with a comparable rating. Additionally, ST ROSE HIGH SCHOOL (rated 5.9/10, 2.1 miles away, in nearby Belmar), with a comparable rating. 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 7.5
Wall Primary School Wall 0.5 mi 5.4
Wall Intermediate School Wall 1.4 mi 8.4
West Belmar Elementary School Wall 1.4 mi 8.8
Old Mill Elementary School Sea Girt 1.9 mi 8.0
THE BROOKSIDE SCHOOL Sea Girt 1.9 mi 5.2
Spring Lake Heights Elementary School Spring Lake Heights 1.6 mi 6.9
MONMOUTH MONTESORI ACADEMY Spring Lake 1.5 mi 4.4
Central Elementary School Wall 1.7 mi 8.8
Shark River Hills Elementary School Neptune 2.0 mi 5.8
H W Mountz Elementary School Spring Lake 1.8 mi 9.7
Academy Charter High School Lake Como 1.7 mi 6.2
Belmar Elementary Belmar 1.9 mi 8.5
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 9.6
Woodrow Wilson Neptune City 2.7 mi 4.2

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

Community Profile

The community surrounding Wall High School has a median household income of $119,877. It is a well-educated community where 53% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher. The median home value in the area is $628,700, with a median rent of $1,754/month. The local poverty rate of 5.1% is relatively low. The average commute for residents is 29 minutes. Source: U.S. Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates.

Similar Schools

Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings

School Rating
Arts High School Newark, NJ 6.8
Cedar Creek High School Egg Harbor City, NJ 6.8
Mainland Regional High School Linwood, NJ 6.8
Point Pleasant Borough High School Point Pleasant, NJ 6.8
Somerville High School Somerville, NJ 6.8
Teaneck High School Teaneck, NJ 6.8

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 is ranked #1019 out of 2,463 schools in NJ.

What is Wall High School's MySchoolScout rating?

Wall High School has a composite rating of 6.8 out of 10 on MySchoolScout. This score combines academic performance, student growth, and school environment into a single score. Equity data is shown separately for context.

What are the test scores at Wall High School?

Based on the most recent state assessment data, Wall High School has 43.3% math proficiency and 58.7% reading/ELA proficiency.

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

County Safety
Low (0/100K)

FBI UCR 2024. County-level only. Data >1 year old.

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
Data Year
2023–2024

How We Rate Schools

Every school receives a composite score from 1 to 10 based on four pillars: Academic Performance (50%), Student Growth (20%), Equity (15%), and Learning Environment (15%). Scores are built from publicly available data including standardized test results, enrollment figures, and school climate indicators.

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