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Woodbridge High School

High School · Woodbridge Township School District

25 SAMUEL LUPO PLACE, Woodbridge, NJ 07095

Enrollment

1,654

Student-Teacher

12.8:1

Score

6.1

Grades

9th – 12th

Updated 2022-23

How this school compares

In Woodbridge

#3 of 5

public schools

New Jersey high schools

#231 of 422

In district

#13 of 24

Woodbridge Township School District

Academic growth

8.1 / 10

Very strong

About Woodbridge High School

Woodbridge High School serves 1,654 students in grades 9 through 12 in Woodbridge, New Jersey. Located at 25 Samuel Lupo Place in Middlesex County, this public high school maintains a reasonable student-teacher ratio of 12.8:1 with 129 full-time equivalent teachers. The school currently faces academic challenges, with room for significant growth in student achievement.

In English Language Arts and Reading, 29% of students perform at proficient levels or above across grade levels, while mathematics shows 11% of students meeting proficiency standards. These results place Woodbridge High School at #2286 among New Jersey's 2,475 high schools. Despite these academic hurdles, the school serves a community with strong economic foundations.

The surrounding 07095 zip code area has a median household income of $103,481 and median home values of $344,200. About 36% of local residents hold bachelor's degrees or higher, and the poverty rate remains relatively low at 5.7% among the area's 20,927 residents. Woodbridge High School operates in a large suburban setting, providing students with the benefits of suburban community life while working to improve educational outcomes for its sizable student body.

What Parents Should Know

While current test scores at Woodbridge High School are below average, the school shows strong growth metrics — meaning students are making above-average progress year over year. This upward trajectory can be a positive indicator for families who value a school's ability to help students improve, even if absolute scores haven't caught up yet.

Score Breakdown

Full Profile · 4/4 metrics
Student Progress8.1Excellent25%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data4
Annual Change+0.07 pts/yr
Data Period2019–2024
TrendStable
Academics3.2Fair25%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency11%
Reading/ELA Proficiency29%
Math vs. State Avg-30.5 pts
Reading vs. State Avg-29.2 pts
Overall Proficiency20%
Expected (poverty-adj.)36%
vs. Expected-16.1 pts
Adjusted Percentile13th
College Readiness8.0Excellent30%
Graduation rates, AP course participation, and IB availability.
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AP Participation22.2%
IB ProgramNo
Resources & Environment4.5Below Average20%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio12.8:1
Per-Pupil Spending$22,854

Woodbridge High School — Students at Woodbridge High School score 20% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 36%).

How we calculate scores →

Equity & Diversity

Shown separately, not included in overall score

Free/Reduced Lunch

48.2%

Students qualifying for federal meal assistance

Test Scores NJ NJSLA (2023-24)

Math Proficiency 15.9%
School
State
41.5%
ELA Proficiency 39.5%
School
State
58.2%

Based on 8 test records from NJ state assessments. About our data

Proficiency Trend

→ Stable

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

2019
Math
20%
ELA
36%
2021*
Math
18%
ELA
47%
2022
Math
11%
ELA
29%
2024
Math
14.6%
ELA
46%

* 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: 8.1/10.

How Woodbridge High School Compares

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

Overall Score
6.1/10
44th percentile in NJ
Academic
3.2/10
3.2/10
Growth
8.1/10
Above average
Environment
4.5/10
Below average

Funding & Resources

Free/Reduced Lunch
Students eligible for subsidized meals
48%
Teaching Staff
13:1 student-teacher ratio
129 teachers

Location

25 SAMUEL LUPO PLACE, Woodbridge, NJ 07095

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Woodbridge High School may also want to explore other high schools in the area. Woodbridge Academy Magnet School (rated 8.6/10, 1.8 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, John F. Kennedy Memorial High School (rated 7.5/10, 1.1 miles away, in nearby Iselin), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Woodbridge, see our Woodbridge schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 2.1 mi
School Distance Rating
Mawbey Street Elementary School Woodbridge 0.5 mi 6.7
Woodbridge Middle School Woodbridge 0.6 mi 4.3
Ross Street Elementary School Woodbridge 0.8 mi 3.1
Avenel Street Elementary School Avenel 0.8 mi 5.8
THE LEARNING EXPERIENCE Woodbridge 0.9 mi
ST JAMES ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Woodbridge 1.0 mi 6.1
John F. Kennedy Memorial High School Iselin 1.1 mi 7.5
Iselin Middle School Iselin 1.1 mi 7.2
Avenel Middle School Avenel 1.5 mi 4.3
Woodbine Avenue Elementary School Avenel 1.5 mi 7.5
Matthew Jago Elementary School Sewaren 1.4 mi 3.3
Woodbridge Academy Magnet School Woodbridge 1.8 mi 8.6
CHILDRENS WORLD ACADEMY LLC Woodbridge 1.8 mi
THE GODDARD SCHOOL OF WOODBRIDGE Iselin 1.6 mi
Indiana Avenue Elementary School Iselin 1.6 mi 5.0
Robert Mascenik Elementary School Iselin 1.7 mi 6.2
PRECIOUS PUMPKIN LEARNING ACADEMY Rahway 2.2 mi
James J. Flynn Elementary School Perth Amboy 2.3 mi 4.6
Claremont Avenue Elementary School Colonia 2.2 mi 7.8
Lafayette Estates Elementary School Fords 2.1 mi 6.1

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

Community Profile

The community surrounding Woodbridge High School has a median household income of $99,718. It is an area where 34% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher. The median home value in the area is $361,200, with a median rent of $2,077/month. The local poverty rate of 7.3% is relatively low. The average commute for residents is 31 minutes. Source: U.S. Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates.

Similar Schools

Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings

School Rating
Warren Hills Regional High School Washington, NJ 6.1
Freehold Township High School Freehold Twp, NJ 6.0
Linden High School Linden, NJ 6.0
Northern Burlington County Regional High School Columbus, NJ 6.0
East Side High School Newark, NJ 6.2
Lakewood High School Lakewood, NJ 6.2

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Woodbridge High School

What grades does Woodbridge High School serve?

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

How many students attend Woodbridge High School?

Woodbridge High School has an enrollment of approximately 1,654 students.

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

The student-teacher ratio at Woodbridge High School is 12.8:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does Woodbridge High School rank in NJ?

Woodbridge High School is ranked #1379 out of 2,463 schools in NJ.

What is Woodbridge High School's MySchoolScout rating?

Woodbridge High School has a composite rating of 6.1 out of 10 on MySchoolScout. This score combines academic performance, student growth, and school environment into a single score. Equity data is shown separately for context.

What are the test scores at Woodbridge High School?

Based on the most recent state assessment data, Woodbridge High School has 15.9% math proficiency and 39.5% reading/ELA proficiency.

Is Woodbridge High School a charter school?

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

Is Woodbridge High School a Title I school?

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

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

48.2% of students at Woodbridge 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
50 Somewhat Walkable
Transit Score
30 Some Transit
Bike Score
31 Somewhat Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
9th – 12th
Enrollment
1,654
Student-Teacher Ratio
12.8:1
Teachers (FTE)
129
Free/Reduced Lunch
48.2%
Type
regular
Setting
Large Suburb
County
Middlesex County
Data Year
2023–2024

How We Rate Schools

Every school receives a composite score from 1 to 10 based on four pillars: Academic Performance (50%), Student Growth (20%), Equity (15%), and Learning Environment (15%). Scores are built from publicly available data including standardized test results, enrollment figures, and school climate indicators.

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