For the 2025 school year, there are 4 public high schools serving 2,637 students in 08527, NJ.
The top ranked public high schools in 08527, NJ are Jackson Memorial High School and Jackson Liberty High School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public high schools in zipcode 08527 have an average math proficiency score of 21% (versus the New Jersey public high school average of 29%), and reading proficiency score of 34% (versus the 47% statewide average). High schools in 08527, NJ have an average ranking of 3/10, which is in the bottom 50% of New Jersey public high schools.
Public high school in zipcode 08527 have a Graduation Rate of 94%, which is more than the New Jersey average of 91%.
The school with highest graduation rate is Jackson Memorial High School, with 94% graduation rate. Read more about public school graduation rate statistics in New Jersey or national school graduation rate statistics.
Minority enrollment is 40% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the New Jersey public high school average of 63% (majority Hispanic).
Best 08527, NJ Public High Schools (2025)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
Jackson Memorial High School
(Math: 25% | Reading: 40%)
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
101 Don Connor Boulevard
Jackson, NJ 08527
(732) 833-4670
Jackson, NJ 08527
(732) 833-4670
Grades: 9-12
| 1,496 students
Rank: #22.
Jackson Liberty High School
(Math: 16% | Reading: 25%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
125 North Hope Chapel Road
Jackson, NJ 08527
(732) 833-4700
Jackson, NJ 08527
(732) 833-4700
Grades: 9-12
| 1,076 students
Rank: n/an/a
Manchester Regional Day School
Special Education School
890 Toms River Road
Jackson, NJ 08527
(732) 928-1500
Jackson, NJ 08527
(732) 928-1500
Grades: PK-12
| 64 students
Rank: n/an/a
Ocean County Vocational Technical School Jackson Center
Vocational School
850 Toms River Road
Jackson, NJ 08527
(732) 286-5665
Jackson, NJ 08527
(732) 286-5665
Grades: 9-12
| 1 students
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public high schools in 08527, NJ?
The top ranked public high schools in 08527, NJ include Jackson Memorial High School and Jackson Liberty High School.
How many public high schools are located in 08527?
4 public high schools are located in 08527.
What is the racial composition of students in 08527?
08527 public high schools minority enrollment is 40% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the New Jersey public high schools average of 63% (majority Hispanic).
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