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Willingboro High School

High School · Willingboro Public School District

20 JFK WAY, Willingboro, NJ 08046

Enrollment

845

Student-Teacher

13.4:1

Score

3.8

Grades

9th – 12th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

New Jersey schools

#2,342 of 2,466

In Willingboro

#6 of 8

public schools

In district

#6 of 8

Willingboro Public School District

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Willingboro High School

3.8/10

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

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About Willingboro High School

Willingboro High School is a public high school in Willingboro, NJ, part of Willingboro Public School District. Willingboro High School serves approximately 845 students, and covers grades 9th-12th, and has a 13.4:1 student-teacher ratio. Willingboro High School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 3.8 out of 10 and ranks #2,342 of 2,466 schools in NJ.

Structured state assessment records for Willingboro High School show 12% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 36% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).

How it compares2.0 pts below NJ schools
  • This school 3.8 · Needs Improvement
  • NJ avg 5.8

Score Breakdown

Full Profile · 4/4 metrics
Student Progress5.2Average25%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data16
Annual Change-0.85 pts/yr
Data Period2009–2025
TrendStable
Academics1.8Needs Improvement25%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency4.6% (2025 NJSLA)
Reading/ELA Proficiency14.6% (2025 NJSLA)
Math vs. State Avg-36.9 pts
Reading vs. State Avg-43.6 pts
Overall Proficiency10% (2025 NJSLA, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)37% (model expectation from 2025 NJSLA)
vs. Expected-27.7 pts
Adjusted Percentile3th
College Readiness4.9Below Average30%
Graduation rates, AP course participation, and IB availability.
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4-Year Graduation Rate82%
AP Participation4.5%
IB ProgramNo
Resources & Environment2.9Needs Improvement20%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio13.4:1
Per-Pupil Spending$24,981
Chronic Absenteeism29%

Willingboro High School — Students at Willingboro High School score 10% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 37%).

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Equity & Diversity

Shown separately, not included in overall score

Free/Reduced Lunch

54.8%

Students qualifying for federal meal assistance

Test Scores NJ NJSLA (2024-25)

Math Proficiency 12.4% (multi-year average, 2009-2025)
School
State
42.8% (multi-year state average, 2024-2025)
ELA Proficiency 35.6% (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
24%
ELA
53%
2010
Math
32%
ELA
73%
2011
Math
40%
ELA
75%
2012
Math
41%
ELA
73%
2013
Math
29%
ELA
73%
2014
Math
4%
ELA
22%
2015
Math
2%
ELA
13%
2016
Math
2%
ELA
14%
2017
Math
5%
ELA
17%
2018
Math
3%
ELA
19%
2019
Math
3%
ELA
19%
2020*
Math
2.5%
ELA
37%
2021*
Math
2.5%
ELA
37%
2022
Math
2.5%
ELA
11%
2024
Math
1.8%
ELA
19.1%
2025
Math
4.6%
ELA
14.6%

* 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: 5.2/10.

How Willingboro High School Compares

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

Overall Score
3.8/10
5th percentile in NJ
Academic
1.8/10
Needs Improvement
Growth
5.2/10
Average
Environment
2.9/10
Needs Improvement
AP Courses
3
State avg: 3.2
Sports
11
6 boys' · 5 girls'
Advanced STEM
5/5
Subjects offered

Funding & Resources

Free/Reduced Lunch
Students eligible for subsidized meals
55%
Teaching Staff
13:1 student-teacher ratio
63 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
29.0%

Programs & Offerings

AP/IB Programs3 AP courses offered
4.5% participation·State avg: 3.2 AP courses·CRDC 2021-22
Athletics11sports offered
6 boys'·5 girls'·14 teams (incl. JV)·CRDC 2021-22
Advanced STEM Courses5 of 5 advanced subjects offered
Algebra II, Advanced Math, Calculus, Chemistry, Physics·CRDC 2021-22

Data as of 2021-22 · Source: CRDC via Urban Institute · Learn more

Location

20 JFK WAY, Willingboro, NJ 08046

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Willingboro High School may also want to explore other high schools in the area. Moorestown Upper Elementary School (rated 8.5/10, 2.4 miles away, in nearby Moorestown), which scores notably higher. Another option is GARFIELD PARK ACADEMY (rated 8.3/10, 0.8 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Mildred Magowan Elementary School (rated 7.5/10, 3.5 miles away, in nearby Edgewater Park), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Willingboro, see our Willingboro schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 3.5 mi
School Distance Rating
Twin Hills Elementary School Willingboro 0.6 mi 3.6
GARFIELD PARK ACADEMY Willingboro 0.8 mi 8.3
Garfield ECDC Willingboro 1.1 mi 5.6
James A Cotten Intermediate School Willingboro 1.3 mi 3.7
W. R. James Sr. Elementary School Willingboro 1.6 mi 6.6
Willingboro Memorial Middle School Willingboro 1.7 mi 6.3
Hawthorne Park Elementary School Willingboro 1.9 mi 6.3
CATHEDRAL OF LOVE CHRISTIAN SCHOOL Willingboro 1.9 mi
Benjamin Banneker Preparatory Charter School Westampton 2.3 mi 5.6
J.C.Stuart ECDC Willingboro 2.5 mi 6.5
Fleetwood Elementary School Mount Laurel 2.3 mi 3.9
Moorestown Upper Elementary School Moorestown 2.4 mi 8.5
Burlington County Alternative High School Westampton 2.8 mi 4.2
Samuel M Ridgway Middle School Edgewater Park 2.9 mi 4.4
Larchmont Elementary School Mount Laurel 3.2 mi 7.1
Westampton Township Middle School Westampton 2.6 mi 6.4
JUST CHILDREN - BISHOPS GATE Mount Laurel 3.3 mi
Delran Intermediate School Delran 2.7 mi 6.2
HARBOR BAPTIST ACADEMY Hainesport 3.0 mi 6.2
Mildred Magowan Elementary School Edgewater Park 3.5 mi 7.5

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 08046 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$91,447

Median Home Value

$240,000

Median Rent

$1,941/mo

Population

31,876

College Educated

26.2%

Homeownership

81.7%

Avg Commute

29.3 min

Poverty Rate

9.2%

Median Age

38.8

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Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Willingboro High School

What grades does Willingboro High School serve?

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

How many students attend Willingboro High School?

Willingboro High School has an enrollment of approximately 845 students.

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

The student-teacher ratio at Willingboro High School is 13.4:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does Willingboro High School rank in NJ?

Willingboro High School ranks #2,342 of 2,466 schools in NJ.

What is Willingboro High School's MySchoolScout rating?

Willingboro High School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 3.8 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 Willingboro High School?

Based on loaded state assessment records, Willingboro High School has 12% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 36% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).

Is Willingboro High School a charter school?

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

Is Willingboro High School a Title I school?

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

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

54.8% of students at Willingboro 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
Bike Score
35 Somewhat Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
9th – 12th
Enrollment
845
Student-Teacher Ratio
13.4:1
Teachers (FTE)
63
Free/Reduced Lunch
54.8%
Type
regular
Setting
Large Suburb
County
Burlington County
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
29.0%
4-Year Graduation
82.0%

District

Willingboro Public School District
District Enrollment
3,782
Schools in District
8
Per-Pupil Spending
$24,981
District Rank
#6 of 8

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