For the 2026 school year, there are 3 public high schools serving 1,784 students in 07871, NJ.
The top-ranked public high schools in 07871, NJ are Sparta High School and Sussex County Technical School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public high schools in zipcode 07871 have an average math proficiency score of 41% (versus the New Jersey public high school average of 29%), and reading proficiency score of 51% (versus the 47% statewide average). High schools in 07871, NJ have an average ranking of 7/10, which is in the top 50% of New Jersey public high schools.
Public high school in zipcode 07871 have a Graduation Rate of 97%, which is more than the New Jersey average of 91%.
The school with highest graduation rate is Sparta High School, with 98% graduation rate. Read more about public school graduation rate statistics in New Jersey or national school graduation rate statistics.
Minority enrollment is 22% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the New Jersey public high school average of 63% (majority Hispanic).
Best 07871, NJ Public High Schools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Sparta High School
(Math: 58% | Reading: 60%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
70 West Mountain Road
Sparta, NJ 07871
(973) 729-6191
Sparta, NJ 07871
(973) 729-6191
Gr: 9-12 | 1,045 student Student-teacher ratio: 10:1 Minority enrollment: 22%
Rank: #22.
Sussex County Technical School
Vocational School
(Math: 20-24% | Reading: 35-39%)
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
105 North Church Road
Sparta, NJ 07871
(973) 383-6700
Sparta, NJ 07871
(973) 383-6700
Gr: 9-12 | 689 students Student-teacher ratio: 12:1 Minority enrollment: 22%
Rank: n/an/a
Northern Hills Academy
Special Education School
10 Gail Court
Sparta, NJ 07871
(973) 579-6980
Sparta, NJ 07871
(973) 579-6980
Gr: PK-12 | 50 students Student-teacher ratio: 5:1 Minority enrollment: 18%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public high schools in 07871, NJ?
The top-ranked public high schools in 07871, NJ include Sparta High School and Sussex County Technical School.
How many public high schools are located in 07871?
3 public high schools are located in 07871.
What is the racial composition of students in 07871?
07871 public high schools minority enrollment is 22% 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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