For the 2026 school year, there are 2 public high schools serving 1,168 students in 07201, NJ.
The top-ranked public high schools in 07201, NJ are Simon Youth Academy and Thomas Jefferson Arts Academy. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public high schools in zipcode 07201 have an average math proficiency score of 13% (versus the New Jersey public high school average of 29%), and reading proficiency score of 57% (versus the 47% statewide average). High schools in 07201, NJ have an average ranking of 5/10, which is in the bottom 50% of New Jersey public high schools.
Public high school in zipcode 07201 have a Graduation Rate of 88%, which is less than the New Jersey average of 91%.
The school with highest graduation rate is Thomas Jefferson Arts Academy, with 88% graduation rate. Read more about public school graduation rate statistics in New Jersey or national school graduation rate statistics.
Minority enrollment is 94% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the New Jersey public high school average of 63% (majority Hispanic).
Best 07201, NJ Public High Schools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Simon Youth Academy
Alternative School
(Math: <50% | Reading: <50% )
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
651 Kapkowski Road
Elizabeth, NJ 07201
(908) 889-2900
Elizabeth, NJ 07201
(908) 889-2900
Gr: 9-12 | 12 students Student-teacher ratio: 12:1 Minority enrollment: 75%
Rank: #22.
Thomas Jefferson Arts Academy
(Math: 13% | Reading: 57%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
27 Martin Luther King Jr Plaza
Elizabeth, NJ 07201
(908) 436-6767
Elizabeth, NJ 07201
(908) 436-6767
Gr: 9-12 | 1,156 student Student-teacher ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 94%
07201, New Jersey Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Quick Facts
Bie Drc Reentry (Closed 2009)
Alternative School
208 Commerce Place 2nd Floor
Elizabeth, NJ 07201
(908) 282-1001
Elizabeth, NJ 07201
(908) 282-1001
Gr: 6-12 | 6 students
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public high schools in 07201, NJ?
The top-ranked public high schools in 07201, NJ include Simon Youth Academy and Thomas Jefferson Arts Academy.
How many public high schools are located in 07201?
2 public high schools are located in 07201.
What is the racial composition of students in 07201?
07201 public high schools minority enrollment is 94% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the New Jersey public high schools average of 63% (majority Hispanic).
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