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#1880 of 2,466 schools in NJ
Wildwood High School
High School · Wildwood City School District
4300 PACIFIC AVE, Wildwood, NJ 08260
Enrollment
255
Student-Teacher
10.6:1
Score
5.3
Grades
9th – 12th
Enrollment
255
Student-Teacher
10.6:1
Score
5.3
Grades
9th – 12th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
New Jersey schools
#1,880 of 2,466
In Wildwood
#3 of 3
public schools
In district
#3 of 3
Wildwood City School District
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About Wildwood High School
Wildwood High School is a public high school in Wildwood, NJ, part of Wildwood City School District. Wildwood High School serves approximately 255 students, and covers grades 9th-12th, and has a 10.6:1 student-teacher ratio. Wildwood High School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.3 out of 10 and ranks #1,880 of 2,466 schools in NJ.
Structured state assessment records for Wildwood High School show 30% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 42% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).
- This school 5.3 · Average
- NJ avg 5.8
What Parents Should Know
Test scores at Wildwood High School sit below average, but its growth scores are strong: students here make above-average progress year over year. The raw numbers haven't caught up, but a school that keeps moving kids forward is doing the harder, more important work.
Score Breakdown
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Wildwood High School — Students at Wildwood High School score 19% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 36%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
57.6%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Test Scores NJ NJSLA (2024-25)
Based on 32 test records from NJ state assessments. About our data
Proficiency Trend
↓ DecliningAverage proficiency (% at or above grade level) across Math & ELA over time.
* 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: 6.0/10.
How Wildwood High School Compares
See how Wildwood High School performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Programs & Offerings
Data as of 2021-22 · Source: CRDC via Urban Institute · Learn more
Location
4300 PACIFIC AVE, Wildwood, NJ 08260
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Wildwood High School may also want to explore other high schools in the area. Lower Cape May Regional High School (rated 6.6/10, 4.6 miles away, in nearby Cape May), which scores notably higher. Another option is Cape May County High School (rated 5.9/10, 8.1 miles away, in nearby Cape May Court House), which scores slightly higher. Additionally, Middle Township High School (rated 4.9/10, 6.2 miles away, in nearby Cape May Court House), with a comparable rating. For more schools in Wildwood, see our Wildwood schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 8.1 miNeighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 08260 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$71,549
Median Home Value
$441,300
Median Rent
$1,182/mo
Population
12,913
College Educated
28.3%
Homeownership
64%
Avg Commute
25.6 min
Poverty Rate
12.2%
Median Age
59.1
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Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Wildwood High School
What grades does Wildwood High School serve?
Wildwood High School serves students in grades 9th through 12th.
How many students attend Wildwood High School?
Wildwood High School has an enrollment of approximately 255 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Wildwood High School?
The student-teacher ratio at Wildwood High School is 10.6:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Wildwood High School rank in NJ?
Wildwood High School ranks #1,880 of 2,466 schools in NJ.
What is Wildwood High School's MySchoolScout rating?
Wildwood High School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.3 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 Wildwood High School?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Wildwood High School has 30% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 42% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).
Is Wildwood High School a charter school?
No, Wildwood High School is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Wildwood High School a Title I school?
No, Wildwood High School is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Wildwood High School?
57.6% of students at Wildwood 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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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)
- Grades
- 9th – 12th
- Enrollment
- 255
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 10.6:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 24
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 57.6%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large Suburb
- County
- Cape May County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 24.3%
- Phone
- (609) 522-7922
- 4-Year Graduation
- 87.0%
Resources & Links
District
Wildwood City School District- District Enrollment
- 818
- Schools in District
- 3
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $31,229
- District Rank
- #3 of 3
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