For the 2026 school year, there are 2 public high schools serving 3,772 students in 07087, NJ.
The top-ranked public high schools in 07087, NJ are Jose Marti Stem Academy and Union City High School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public high schools in zipcode 07087 have an average math proficiency score of 23% (versus the New Jersey public high school average of 29%), and reading proficiency score of 44% (versus the 47% statewide average). High schools in 07087, NJ have an average ranking of 4/10, which is in the bottom 50% of New Jersey public high schools.
Public high school in zipcode 07087 have a Graduation Rate of 93%, which is more than the New Jersey average of 91%.
The school with highest graduation rate is Jose Marti Stem Academy, with ≥99% graduation rate. Read more about public school graduation rate statistics in New Jersey or national school graduation rate statistics.
Minority enrollment is 98% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the New Jersey public high school average of 65% (majority Hispanic).
Best 07087, NJ Public High Schools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Jose Marti Stem Academy
(Math: 55-59% | Reading: 90-94%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
1800 Summit Ave
Union City, NJ 07087
(201) 348-5400
Union City, NJ 07087
(201) 348-5400
Gr: 9-12 | 625 students Student-teacher ratio: 11:1 Minority enrollment: 96%
Rank: #22.
Union City High School
(Math: 16% | Reading: 35%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
2500 Kennedy Blvd
Union City, NJ 07087
(201) 330-8678
Union City, NJ 07087
(201) 330-8678
Gr: 9-12 | 3,147 students Student-teacher ratio: 17:1 Minority enrollment: 98%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public high schools in 07087, NJ?
The top-ranked public high schools in 07087, NJ include Jose Marti Stem Academy and Union City High School.
How many public high schools are located in 07087?
2 public high schools are located in 07087.
What is the racial composition of students in 07087?
07087 public high schools minority enrollment is 98% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the New Jersey public high schools average of 65% (majority Hispanic).
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