For the 2025 school year, there is 1 public high school serving 1,882 students in 07036, NJ.
The top ranked public high school in 07036, NJ is Linden High School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public high school in zipcode 07036 have an average math proficiency score of 4% (versus the New Jersey public high school average of 28%), and reading proficiency score of 30% (versus the 47% statewide average). High schools in 07036, NJ have an average ranking of 1/10, which is in the bottom 50% of New Jersey public high schools.
Public high school in zipcode 07036 have a Graduation Rate of 80%, which is less than the New Jersey average of 85%.
The school with highest graduation rate is Linden High School, with 80% graduation rate. Read more about public school graduation rate statistics in New Jersey or national school graduation rate statistics.
Minority enrollment is 87% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the New Jersey public high school average of 63% (majority Hispanic).
Best 07036, NJ Public High Schools (2025)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
Linden High School
(Math: 4% | Reading: 30%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
121 West St. Georges Ave.
Linden, NJ 07036
(908) 486-5432
Linden, NJ 07036
(908) 486-5432
Grades: 9-12
| 1,882 students
07036, New Jersey Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Grades
Students
Union County Jdc High School (Closed 2023)
Alternative School
1075 Edward Street
Linden, NJ 07036
(908) 523-1590
Linden, NJ 07036
(908) 523-1590
Grades: 8-11
| 34 students
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public high schools in 07036, NJ?
The top ranked public high schools in 07036, NJ include Linden High School.
How many public high schools are located in 07036?
1 public high schools are located in 07036.
What is the racial composition of students in 07036?
07036 public high schools minority enrollment is 87% 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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