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#752 of 2,466 schools in NJ

Top 31% in state

Weehawken High School

High School · Weehawken Public School District

53 LIBERTY PLACE, Weehawken, NJ 07086

Enrollment

589

Student-Teacher

12:1

Score

7.3

Grades

7th – 12th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

New Jersey schools

#752 of 2,466

In Weehawken

#2 of 3

public schools

In district

#2 of 3

Weehawken Public School District

Academic growth

9.9 / 10

Excellent

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7.3/10

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About Weehawken High School

Weehawken High School is a public high school in Weehawken, NJ, part of Weehawken Public School District. Weehawken High School serves approximately 589 students, and covers grades 7th-12th, and has a 12:1 student-teacher ratio. Weehawken High School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.3 out of 10 and ranks #752 of 2,466 schools in NJ.

Structured state assessment records for Weehawken High School show 36% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 57% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).

How it compares1.5 pts above NJ schools
  • This school 7.3 · Very Good
  • NJ avg 5.8

Score Breakdown

Full Profile · 4/4 metrics
Student Progress9.9Excellent25%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data16
Annual Change+12.48 pts/yr
Data Period2009–2025
TrendImproving
Academics4.8Below Average25%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency27.8% (2025 NJSLA)
Reading/ELA Proficiency52.7% (2025 NJSLA)
Math vs. State Avg-13.7 pts
Reading vs. State Avg-1.6 pts
Overall Proficiency40% (2025 NJSLA, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)53% (model expectation from 2025 NJSLA)
vs. Expected-12.8 pts
Adjusted Percentile29th
College Readiness7.8Very Good30%
Graduation rates, AP course participation, and IB availability.
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4-Year Graduation Rate92%
AP Participation23.9%
IB ProgramNo
Resources & Environment6.5Average20%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio12:1
Per-Pupil Spending$27,162
Chronic Absenteeism20.2%

Weehawken High School — Students at Weehawken High School score 40% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 53%).

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Equity & Diversity

Shown separately, not included in overall score

Free/Reduced Lunch

27.2%

Students qualifying for federal meal assistance

Test Scores NJ NJSLA (2024-25)

Math Proficiency 35.5% (multi-year average, 2009-2025)
School
State
33.7% (multi-year state average, 2024-2025)
ELA Proficiency 56.9% (multi-year average, 2009-2025)
School
State
55.0% (multi-year state average, 2024-2025)

Based on 40 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
72%
ELA
78%
2010
Math
76%
ELA
83%
2011
Math
73%
ELA
80%
2012
Math
68%
ELA
82%
2013
Math
71%
ELA
80%
2014
Math
22%
ELA
38%
2015
Math
29%
ELA
54%
2016
Math
24%
ELA
47%
2017
Math
27%
ELA
46%
2018
Math
28%
ELA
54%
2019
Math
28%
ELA
54%
2020*
Math
22%
ELA
59%
2021*
Math
22%
ELA
59%
2022
Math
20%
ELA
43%
2024
Math
14.6%
ELA
41%
2025
Math
27.8%
ELA
52.7%

* 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: 9.9/10.

How Weehawken High School Compares

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

Overall Score
7.3/10
70th percentile in NJ
Academic
4.8/10
Below Average
Growth
9.9/10
Excellent
Environment
6.5/10
Average
AP Courses
4
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
27%
Teaching Staff
12:1 student-teacher ratio
49 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
20.2%

Programs & Offerings

AP/IB Programs4 AP courses offered
23.9% 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

53 LIBERTY PLACE, Weehawken, NJ 07086

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Weehawken High School may also want to explore other high schools in the area. Union City High School (rated 4.5/10, 1.0 miles away, in nearby Union City), a more accessible option. Additionally, Memorial High School (rated 4.0/10, 0.7 miles away, in nearby West New York), a more accessible option. For more schools in Weehawken, see our Weehawken schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 1.1 mi
School Distance Rating
Theodore Roosevelt School Weehawken 0.3 mi 8.2
Union Hill Middle School Union City 0.2 mi 6.7
Theodore Roosevelt Elementary School Union City 0.3 mi 6.3
George Washington Elementary School Union City 0.4 mi 6.0
Jefferson Elementary School Union City 0.4 mi 8.1
RISING STAR ACADEMY Union City 0.6 mi 6.5
Early Childhood School West New York 0.6 mi 3.7
Public School Number Two West New York 0.6 mi 8.1
Public School Number Five West New York 0.7 mi 7.3
Memorial High School West New York 0.7 mi 4.0
Daniel Webster School Weehawken 0.6 mi 6.7
West New York Middle School West New York 0.8 mi 7.3
Robert Menendez Elementary School West New York 0.9 mi 7.6
Robert Waters Elementary School Union City 0.8 mi 7.3
Hudson Elementary School Union City 1.1 mi 8.4
Franklin Elementary School N. Bergen 1.1 mi 7.3
Harry L Bain West New York 1.1 mi 8.0
Public School Number One West New York 1.2 mi 7.1
Union City High School Union City 1.0 mi 4.5
Emerson Middle School Union City 1.1 mi 6.9

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 07086 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$122,653

Median Home Value

$875,300

Median Rent

$2,422/mo

Population

16,946

College Educated

66.1%

Homeownership

30.2%

Avg Commute

36.5 min

Poverty Rate

6.4%

Median Age

37.9

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Essex County Newark Tech Newark, NJ 7.2
Leonia High School Leonia, NJ 7.2
THE PENNINGTON SCHOOL Pennington, NJ 7.2
Emerson Jr Sr High Emerson, NJ 7.4

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Weehawken High School

What grades does Weehawken High School serve?

Weehawken High School serves students in grades 7th through 12th.

How many students attend Weehawken High School?

Weehawken High School has an enrollment of approximately 589 students.

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

The student-teacher ratio at Weehawken High School is 12:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does Weehawken High School rank in NJ?

Weehawken High School ranks #752 of 2,466 schools in NJ.

What is Weehawken High School's MySchoolScout rating?

Weehawken High School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.3 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 Weehawken High School?

Based on loaded state assessment records, Weehawken High School has 36% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 57% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).

Is Weehawken High School a charter school?

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

Is Weehawken High School a Title I school?

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

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

27.2% of students at Weehawken 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
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Bike Score
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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
7th – 12th
Enrollment
589
Student-Teacher Ratio
12:1
Teachers (FTE)
49
Free/Reduced Lunch
27.2%
Type
regular
Setting
Large Suburb
County
Hudson County
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
20.2%
4-Year Graduation
92.0%

District

Weehawken Public School District
District Enrollment
1,320
Schools in District
3
Per-Pupil Spending
$27,162
District Rank
#2 of 3

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