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#87 of 2,466 schools in NJ

Top 4% in state

Woodbridge Academy Magnet School

High School · Middlesex County Vocational and Technical School District

1 CONVERY BOULEVARD, Woodbridge, NJ 07095

Enrollment

285

Student-Teacher

13.6:1

Score

8.8

Grades

9th – 12th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

New Jersey schools

#87 of 2,466

In Woodbridge

#1 of 5

public schools

In district

#1 of 5

Middlesex County Vocational and Technical School District

Academic performance

10.0 / 10

Excellent

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8.8/10

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About Woodbridge Academy Magnet School

Woodbridge Academy Magnet School is a public high school in Woodbridge, NJ, part of Middlesex County Vocational and Technical School District. Woodbridge Academy Magnet School serves approximately 285 students, and covers grades 9th-12th, and has a 13.6:1 student-teacher ratio. Woodbridge Academy Magnet School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 8.8 out of 10 and ranks #87 of 2,466 schools in NJ.

Structured state assessment records for Woodbridge Academy Magnet School show 90% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 97% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).

How it compares1.3 pts above district
  • This school 8.8 · Excellent
  • District avg 7.5
  • NJ avg 5.8

Score Breakdown

Full Profile · 4/4 metrics
Student Progress6.3Average25%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data16
Annual Change+0.83 pts/yr
Data Period2009–2025
TrendStable
Academics10.0Excellent25%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency100% (2025 NJSLA)
Reading/ELA Proficiency97.5% (2022 EdFacts)
Math vs. State Avg+31.2 pts
Overall Proficiency99% (2025 NJSLA, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)67% (model expectation from 2025 NJSLA)
vs. Expected+32.2 pts
Adjusted Percentile99th
College Readiness9.7Excellent30%
Graduation rates, AP course participation, and IB availability.
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4-Year Graduation Rate95%+
AP Participation73%
IB ProgramNo
Resources & Environment8.9Excellent20%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio13.6:1
Per-Pupil Spending$27,428
Chronic Absenteeism0%

Woodbridge Academy Magnet School — Students at Woodbridge Academy Magnet School score 99% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 67%).

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Equity & Diversity

Shown separately, not included in overall score

Free/Reduced Lunch

3.5%

Students qualifying for federal meal assistance

Test Scores NJ NJSLA (2024-25)

Math Proficiency 90.4% (multi-year average, 2009-2025)
School
State
56.4% (multi-year state average, 2024-2025)
ELA Proficiency 96.9% (multi-year average, 2009-2022)
School
State
N/A

Based on 30 test records from NJ state assessments. About our data

Proficiency Trend

↑ Improving

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

2009
Math
64.5%
ELA
95%
2010
Math
95%
ELA
95%
2011
Math
95%
ELA
95%
2012
Math
95%
ELA
95%
2013
Math
95%
ELA
95%
2014
Math
82%
ELA
97.5%
2015
Math
82%
ELA
99.5%
2016
Math
92%
ELA
99.5%
2017
Math
92%
ELA
97.5%
2018
Math
92%
ELA
97.5%
2019
Math
92%
ELA
97.5%
2020*
Math
95%
ELA
97.5%
2021*
Math
95%
ELA
97.5%
2022
Math
82%
ELA
97.5%
2024
Math
98.6%
2025
Math
100%

* 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: 6.3/10.

How Woodbridge Academy Magnet School Compares

See how Woodbridge Academy Magnet School performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.

Overall Score
8.8/10
97th percentile in NJ
Academic
10.0/10
Excellent
Growth
6.3/10
Average
Environment
8.9/10
Excellent
AP Courses
3
State avg: 3.2
Sports
3
1 boys' · 2 girls'
Advanced STEM
5/5
Subjects offered

Funding & Resources

Free/Reduced Lunch
Students eligible for subsidized meals
4%
Teaching Staff
14:1 student-teacher ratio
21 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
0.0%

Programs & Offerings

AP/IB Programs3 AP courses offered
73% participation·State avg: 3.2 AP courses·CRDC 2021-22
Athletics3sports offered
1 boys'·2 girls'·8 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

1 CONVERY BOULEVARD, Woodbridge, NJ 07095

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Woodbridge Academy Magnet School may also want to explore other high schools in the area. Academy for Urban Leadership Charter School (rated 5.6/10, 1.4 miles away, in nearby Perth Amboy), a more accessible option. Another option is Woodbridge High School (rated 4.2/10, 1.8 miles away), a more accessible option. Additionally, Perth Amboy High School (rated 3.6/10, 1.2 miles away, in nearby Perth Amboy), a more accessible option. For more schools in Woodbridge, see our Woodbridge schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 1.9 mi
School Distance Rating
James J. Flynn Elementary School Perth Amboy 0.6 mi 7.2
Edmund Hmieleski Early Childhood Center Perth Amboy 0.7 mi 5.4
ST JAMES ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Woodbridge 0.8 mi 6.1
Ross Street Elementary School Woodbridge 1.0 mi 5.1
THE LEARNING EXPERIENCE Woodbridge 1.1 mi
Middlesex County STEM Charter School Perth Amboy 1.2 mi 3.5
Woodbridge Middle School Woodbridge 1.3 mi 5.8
Perth Amboy High School Perth Amboy 1.2 mi 3.6
ASSUMPTION CATHOLIC SCHOOL Perth Amboy 1.3 mi 5.7
Samuel E. Shull Middle School Perth Amboy 1.3 mi 6.1
Academy for Urban Leadership Charter School Perth Amboy 1.4 mi 5.6
Mawbey Street Elementary School Woodbridge 1.5 mi 5.8
Ignacio Cruz Early Childhood Center Perth Amboy 1.6 mi 5.4
CHILDRENS WORLD ACADEMY LLC Woodbridge 1.3 mi
Rose M. Lopez Elementary School Perth Amboy 1.7 mi 6.4
Edward J. Patten Elementary School Perth Amboy 1.7 mi 6.1
Matthew Jago Elementary School Sewaren 1.6 mi 7.5
Woodbridge High School Woodbridge 1.8 mi 4.2
Herbert N. Richardson 21st Century School Perth Amboy 2.0 mi 7.2
Anthony V. Ceres Elementary School Perth Amboy 1.9 mi 5.6

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 07095 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$99,718

Median Home Value

$361,200

Median Rent

$2,077/mo

Population

20,086

College Educated

34.3%

Homeownership

52.9%

Avg Commute

31.4 min

Poverty Rate

7.3%

Median Age

38.9

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Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Woodbridge Academy Magnet School

What grades does Woodbridge Academy Magnet School serve?

Woodbridge Academy Magnet School serves students in grades 9th through 12th.

How many students attend Woodbridge Academy Magnet School?

Woodbridge Academy Magnet School has an enrollment of approximately 285 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Woodbridge Academy Magnet School?

The student-teacher ratio at Woodbridge Academy Magnet School is 13.6:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does Woodbridge Academy Magnet School rank in NJ?

Woodbridge Academy Magnet School ranks #87 of 2,466 schools in NJ.

What is Woodbridge Academy Magnet School's MySchoolScout rating?

Woodbridge Academy Magnet School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 8.8 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 Woodbridge Academy Magnet School?

Based on loaded state assessment records, Woodbridge Academy Magnet School has 90% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 97% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).

Is Woodbridge Academy Magnet School a charter school?

No, Woodbridge Academy Magnet School is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.

Is Woodbridge Academy Magnet School a Title I school?

No, Woodbridge Academy Magnet School is not currently a Title I school.

What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Woodbridge Academy Magnet School?

3.5% of students at Woodbridge Academy Magnet 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
52 Somewhat Walkable
Transit Score
35 Some Transit
Bike Score
46 Somewhat Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
9th – 12th
Enrollment
285
Student-Teacher Ratio
13.6:1
Teachers (FTE)
21
Free/Reduced Lunch
3.5%
Type
vocational
Setting
Large Suburb
County
Middlesex County
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
0.0%
4-Year Graduation
95%+

District

Middlesex County Vocational and Technical School District
District Enrollment
2,107
Schools in District
5
Per-Pupil Spending
$27,428
District Rank
#1 of 5

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