For the 2026 school year, there are 2 public high schools serving 1,413 students in Newton, NJ.
The top-ranked public high schools in Newton, NJ are Kittatinny Regional High School and Newton High School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Newton, NJ public high schools have an average math proficiency score of 32% (versus the New Jersey public high school average of 29%), and reading proficiency score of 53% (versus the 47% statewide average). High schools in Newton have an average ranking of 6/10, which is in the top 50% of New Jersey public high schools.
Newton, NJ public high school have a Graduation Rate of 92%, which is more than the New Jersey average of 91%.
The school with highest graduation rate is Kittatinny Regional High School, with 90-94% graduation rate. Read more about public school graduation rate statistics in New Jersey or national school graduation rate statistics.
Minority enrollment is 30% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the New Jersey public high school average of 65% (majority Hispanic).
Best Public High Schools in Newton, NJ (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Kittatinny Regional High School
(Math: 32% | Reading: 54%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
77 Halsey Road
Newton, NJ 07860
(973) 383-1800
Newton, NJ 07860
(973) 383-1800
Gr: 7-12 | 733 students Student-teacher ratio: 10:1 Minority enrollment: 18%
Rank: #22.
Newton High School
(Math: 30-34% | Reading: 50-54%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
44 Ryerson Avenue
Newton, NJ 07860
(973) 383-7573
Newton, NJ 07860
(973) 383-7573
Gr: 9-12 | 680 students Student-teacher ratio: 11:1 Minority enrollment: 43%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public high schools in Newton, NJ?
The top-ranked public high schools in Newton, NJ include Kittatinny Regional High School and Newton High School.
How many public high schools are located in Newton?
2 public high schools are located in Newton.
What is the racial composition of students in Newton?
Newton public high schools minority enrollment is 30% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the New Jersey public high schools average of 65% (majority Hispanic).
Which public high schools in Newton are often viewed compared to one another?
Popular comparisons of public high schools in Newton include: Newton High School vs. Kittatinny Regional High School, Kittatinny Regional High School vs. Newton High School
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