Phillipsburg High School is a comprehensive, four-year public high school located in Phillipsburg, in Warren County, in the U.S. state of New Jersey. Because of the town's proximity to the border between New Jersey and Pennsylvania the school's nickname is the "Stateliners." The school was first established in 1871.
Serving 1,799 students in grades 9-12, Phillipsburg High School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in New Jersey for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 24% (which is lower than the New Jersey state average of 38%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 37% (which is lower than the New Jersey state average of 49%).
The student:teacher ratio of 13:1 is higher than the New Jersey state level of 11:1.
Minority enrollment is 49% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Black), which is lower than the New Jersey state average of 62% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 1,799 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 13:1
- Minority Enrollment: 49%
- Graduation Rate: 89% (Btm 50% in NJ)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: 24% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 37% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 27% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NJ Dept. of Education
School Overview
Phillipsburg High School's student population of 1,799 students has grown by 9% over five school years.
The teacher population of 140 teachers has grown by 10% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
1,799 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
140 teachers
Year Founded
1871
Colors
Grey, Garnet
School Calendar
First Day of School
Mon. Sep 1, 2025
Last Day of School
Mon. May 25, 2026
School Motto
Prepared, Self confident, Distinguished
School Rankings
Phillipsburg High School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 2,184 schools in New Jersey (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Phillipsburg High School is 0.66, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.72. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#1582 out of 2184 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
24%
38%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
37%
49%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
27%
23%
Student : Teacher Ratio
13:1
11:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
3%
10%
Hispanic
22%
34%
Black
20%
15%
White
51%
38%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
4%
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
89%
85%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
28%
32%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
5%
6%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NJ Dept. of Education
School Notes
- School Mascot: Suzy Stateliner
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Phillipsburg High School's ranking?
Phillipsburg High School is ranked #1582 out of 2,184 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in New Jersey.
What schools are Phillipsburg High School often compared to?
Phillipsburg High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Warren County Vocational Technical School, Warren Hills Regional High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
24% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 38% NJ state average), while 37% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 49% NJ state average).
What is the graduation rate of Phillipsburg High School?
The graduation rate of Phillipsburg High School is 89%, which is higher than the New Jersey state average of 85%.
How many students attend Phillipsburg High School?
1,799 students attend Phillipsburg High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
51% of Phillipsburg High School students are White, 22% of students are Hispanic, 20% of students are Black, 4% of students are Two or more races, and 3% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Phillipsburg High School?
Phillipsburg High School has a student ration of 13:1, which is higher than the New Jersey state average of 11:1.
What grades does Phillipsburg High School offer ?
Phillipsburg High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Phillipsburg High School part of?
Phillipsburg High School is part of Phillipsburg School District.
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