Asbury Park High School is a comprehensive, community public high school serving students in seventh through twelfth grades. It is in a landmark building in Asbury Park, in Monmouth County, in the U.S. state of New Jersey, that was constructed during the New Deal as a model high school campus.
Serving 370 students in grades 9-12, Asbury Park 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 6% (which is lower than the New Jersey state average of 38%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 17% (which is lower than the New Jersey state average of 49%).
The student-teacher ratio of 10:1 is lower than the New Jersey state level of 11:1.
Minority enrollment is 99% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the New Jersey state average of 62% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Quick Facts (2025)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 370 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 10:1
- Minority Enrollment: 99%
- Graduation Rate: 75-79% (Btm 50% in NJ)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: 6% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 17% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: ≤5% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NJ Dept. of Education
School Overview
Asbury Park High School's student population of 370 students has declined by 11% over five school years.
The teacher population of 36 teachers has declined by 7% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
370 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
36 teachers
Year Founded
1926
Colors
Black, Columbia blue
School Calendar
First Day of School
Thu. Aug 28, 2025
School Rankings
Asbury Park 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 Asbury Park High School is 0.51, 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
#2096 out of 2184 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
6%
38%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
17%
49%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
≤5%
23%
Student-Teacher Ratio
10:1
11:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
n/a
10%
Hispanic
58%
34%
Black
40%
15%
White
1%
38%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
1%
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
75-79%
85%
Eligible for Free Lunch
40%
32%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (14-15)
2%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NJ Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Asbury Park High School's ranking?
Asbury Park High School is ranked #2096 out of 2,184 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in New Jersey.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
6% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 38% NJ state average), while 17% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 49% NJ state average).
What is the graduation rate of Asbury Park High School?
The graduation rate of Asbury Park High School is 75-79%, which is lower than the New Jersey state average of 85%.
How many students attend Asbury Park High School?
370 students attend Asbury Park High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
58% of Asbury Park High School students are Hispanic, 40% of students are Black, 1% of students are White, and 1% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Asbury Park High School?
Asbury Park High School has a student ration of 10:1, which is lower than the New Jersey state average of 11:1.
What grades does Asbury Park High School offer ?
Asbury Park High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Asbury Park High School part of?
Asbury Park High School is part of Asbury Park School District.
School Reviews
2 5/21/2016
It is the worst high school ever... My daughter & niece were jumped by about 30 or more girls & the school did nothing to address this situation. I requested home schooling & was denied. I refuse to send my daughter to a school where she has to watch over her shoulder while in class & in between classes. Now my daughter is sitting home because I had to sign her out of this God forsaken school. They don't care about our children or their education. Legal action needs to be taken against the Asbury Park Board of Education...
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