Serving 1,756 students in grades 9-12, Manalapan High School ranks in the top 30% of all schools in New Jersey for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 32% (which is higher than the New Jersey state average of 26%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 59% (which is higher than the New Jersey state average of 47%).
The student:teacher ratio of 15:1 is higher than the New Jersey state level of 11:1.
Minority enrollment is 23% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Asian), which is lower than the New Jersey state average of 60% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 1,756 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Minority Enrollment: 23%
- Graduation Rate: 96% (Top 10% in NJ)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30%
- Math Proficiency: 32% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 59% (Top 30%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NJ Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Manalapan High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in New Jersey for:
Category
Attribute
Most improved public schools
Graduation Rate
School Overview
Manalapan High School's student population of 1,756 students has declined by 6% over five school years.
The teacher population of 117 teachers has declined by 5% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
Total Students
1,756 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
117 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Manalapan High School ranks within the top 30% of all 2,183 schools in New Jersey (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Manalapan High School is 0.39, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.71. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#614 out of 2183 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
32%
26%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
59%
47%
Student : Teacher Ratio
15:1
11:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
9%
10%
Hispanic
10%
32%
Black
2%
15%
White
77%
40%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
2%
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
96%
88%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
6%
30%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
2%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NJ Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Manalapan High School's ranking?
Manalapan High School is ranked #614 out of 2,183 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in New Jersey.
What schools are Manalapan High School often compared to?
Manalapan High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Marlboro High School, Freehold Township High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
32% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 26% NJ state average), while 59% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% NJ state average).
What is the graduation rate of Manalapan High School?
The graduation rate of Manalapan High School is 96%, which is higher than the New Jersey state average of 88%.
How many students attend Manalapan High School?
1,756 students attend Manalapan High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
77% of Manalapan High School students are White, 10% of students are Hispanic, 9% of students are Asian, 2% of students are Black, and 2% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Manalapan High School?
Manalapan High School has a student ration of 15:1, which is higher than the New Jersey state average of 11:1.
What grades does Manalapan High School offer ?
Manalapan High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12
What school district is Manalapan High School part of?
Manalapan High School is part of Freehold Regional High School District.
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