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Wayne Hills High School

High School · Wayne Township Public School District

272 BERDAN AVENUE, Wayne, NJ 07470

Enrollment

1,181

Student-Teacher

9.9:1

Score

6.4

Grades

9th – 12th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

New Jersey schools

#1,282 of 2,466

In Wayne

#14 of 17

public schools

In district

#13 of 15

Wayne Township Public School District

School environment

9.2 / 10

Excellent

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Wayne Hills High School

6.4/10

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

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About Wayne Hills High School

Wayne Hills High School is a public high school in Wayne, NJ, part of Wayne Township Public School District. Wayne Hills High School serves approximately 1,181 students, and covers grades 9th-12th, and has a 9.9:1 student-teacher ratio. Wayne Hills High School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.4 out of 10 and ranks #1,282 of 2,466 schools in NJ.

Structured state assessment records for Wayne Hills High School show 59% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 73% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).

How it comparesOn par with district
  • This school 6.4 · Average
  • District avg 6.3
  • NJ avg 5.8

What Parents Should Know

At 9.9:1 students to teachers, Wayne Hills 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 Progress3.4Needs Improvement25%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data16
Annual Change-4.2 pts/yr
Data Period2009–2025
TrendDeclining
Academics6.3Average25%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency42.5% (2025 NJSLA)
Reading/ELA Proficiency69.2% (2025 NJSLA)
Math vs. State Avg+1 pts
Reading vs. State Avg+11 pts
Overall Proficiency56% (2025 NJSLA, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)64% (model expectation from 2025 NJSLA)
vs. Expected-8.4 pts
Adjusted Percentile47th
College Readiness7.0Very Good30%
Graduation rates, AP course participation, and IB availability.
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4-Year Graduation Rate93%
AP Participation14.8%
IB ProgramNo
Resources & Environment9.2Excellent20%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio9.9:1
Per-Pupil Spending$27,749
Chronic Absenteeism8%

Wayne Hills High School — Students at Wayne Hills High School score 56% 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

7.5%

Students qualifying for federal meal assistance

Test Scores NJ NJSLA (2024-25)

Math Proficiency 59.4% (multi-year average, 2009-2025)
School
State
42.8% (multi-year state average, 2024-2025)
ELA Proficiency 72.8% (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
89%
ELA
95%
2010
Math
91%
ELA
96%
2011
Math
92%
ELA
97%
2012
Math
91%
ELA
95%
2013
Math
92%
ELA
97%
2014
Math
32%
ELA
35%
2015
Math
40%
ELA
51%
2016
Math
41%
ELA
56%
2017
Math
46%
ELA
62%
2018
Math
56%
ELA
73%
2019
Math
56%
ELA
73%
2020*
Math
48%
ELA
63%
2021*
Math
48%
ELA
63%
2022
Math
44%
ELA
61%
2024
Math
42.1%
ELA
78%
2025
Math
42.5%
ELA
69.2%

* 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: 3.4/10.

How Wayne Hills High School Compares

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

Overall Score
6.4/10
48th percentile in NJ
Academic
6.3/10
Average
Growth
3.4/10
Needs Improvement
Environment
9.2/10
Excellent
AP Courses
3
State avg: 3.2
Advanced STEM
5/5
Subjects offered
Gifted & Talented
Yes
Program available

Funding & Resources

Free/Reduced Lunch
Students eligible for subsidized meals
8%
Teaching Staff
10:1 student-teacher ratio
119 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
8.0%

Programs & Offerings

AP/IB Programs3 AP courses offered
14.8% participation·State avg: 3.2 AP courses·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

272 BERDAN AVENUE, Wayne, NJ 07470

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Wayne Hills High School may also want to explore other high schools in the area. AL-GHAZALY JR./SR. HIGH SCHOOL (rated 7.7/10, 1.6 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is BARNSTABLE ACADEMY (rated 7.1/10, 2.6 miles away, in nearby Oakland), which scores slightly higher. Additionally, DE PAUL CATHOLIC HIGH SCHOOL (rated 6.8/10, 0.8 miles away), which scores slightly higher. For more schools in Wayne, see our Wayne schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 2.8 mi
School Distance Rating
Preakness Early Childhood Center Wayne 0.6 mi 7.8
DE PAUL CATHOLIC HIGH SCHOOL Wayne 0.8 mi 6.8
APPLE MONTESSORI OF WAYNE Wayne 0.7 mi 7.1
Schuyler Colfax Middle School Wayne 0.8 mi 8.0
Albert Payson Terhune Elementary Wayne 0.9 mi 6.8
IMMACULATE HEART OF MARY SCHOOL Wayne 1.5 mi 6.6
Theunis Dey Elementary School Wayne 1.3 mi 8.2
Pines Lake Elementary School Wayne 1.5 mi 6.6
Packanack Elementary School Wayne 1.7 mi 7.7
John F. Kennedy Elementary School Wayne 1.7 mi 7.3
AL-GHAZALY JR./SR. HIGH SCHOOL Wayne 1.6 mi 7.7
High Mountain Road School Franklin Lakes 2.2 mi 9.3
James Fallon Elementary School Wayne 2.6 mi 7.8
Lafayette Elementary School Wayne 2.5 mi 5.5
Wayne Valley High School Wayne 2.6 mi 6.2
BARNSTABLE ACADEMY Oakland 2.6 mi 7.1
ACADEMY OF THE MOST BLESSED SACRAMENT Franklin Lakes 2.4 mi 6.1
Anthony Wayne Middle School Wayne 2.4 mi 7.6
George Washington Middle School Wayne 2.4 mi 7.3
CTC Oakland 2.8 mi 7.8

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 07470 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$151,561

Median Home Value

$596,700

Median Rent

$2,126/mo

Population

54,131

College Educated

56.8%

Homeownership

78.6%

Avg Commute

29.9 min

Poverty Rate

3%

Median Age

41.7

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Ramapo High School Franklin Lakes, NJ 6.4
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Toms River High School East Toms River, NJ 6.4
Vernon Township High School Vernon, NJ 6.4

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Wayne Hills High School

What grades does Wayne Hills High School serve?

Wayne Hills High School serves students in grades 9th through 12th.

How many students attend Wayne Hills High School?

Wayne Hills High School has an enrollment of approximately 1,181 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Wayne Hills High School?

The student-teacher ratio at Wayne Hills High School is 9.9:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does Wayne Hills High School rank in NJ?

Wayne Hills High School ranks #1,282 of 2,466 schools in NJ.

What is Wayne Hills High School's MySchoolScout rating?

Wayne Hills High School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.4 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 Wayne Hills High School?

Based on loaded state assessment records, Wayne Hills High School has 59% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 73% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).

Is Wayne Hills High School a charter school?

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

Is Wayne Hills High School a Title I school?

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

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

7.5% of students at Wayne Hills 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
53 Somewhat Walkable
Bike Score
44 Somewhat Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
9th – 12th
Enrollment
1,181
Student-Teacher Ratio
9.9:1
Teachers (FTE)
119
Free/Reduced Lunch
7.5%
Type
regular
Setting
Large Suburb
County
Passaic County
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
8.0%
4-Year Graduation
93.0%

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