School Overview
Based on its location at 1700 South Wood Avenue in Linden, New Jersey, this address corresponds to **Linden High School**.

Linden High School is the primary secondary educational institution for the Linden Public Schools district. Serving a diverse student population, the school offers a comprehensive academic curriculum that includes college preparatory courses, honors programs, and Advanced Placement (AP) opportunities. Beyond core academics, the school is known for fostering a well-rounded student experience by providing a wide array of extracurricular activities, including competitive athletic programs, student government, various academic clubs, and an active performing arts department.

The school community places a significant emphasis on preparing students for life after graduation, whether that path leads to higher education, vocational training, or the workforce. By utilizing a variety of instructional technologies and maintaining a focus on school spirit and community engagement, Linden High School strives to create an environment that supports both the intellectual and personal development of its students. The facility itself is a central hub for the Linden community, hosting various district-wide events and serving as a focal point for the town’s educational initiatives.
584
Total Students
63.0
Full-Time Teachers
9.3
Student/Teacher Ratio
81.2%
Free/Reduced Lunch
Student Demographics

Student Demographics Data Table

Student Demographics for Number 2
Demographic Student Count
White51
Hispanic336
Black150
Asian19
Two or More26
American Indian1
Pacific Islander1
  • Hispanic
    336 (57.5 %)
  • Black
    150 (25.7 %)
  • White
    51 (8.7 %)
  • Two or More
    26 (4.5 %)
  • Asian
    19 (3.3 %)
  • American Indian
    1 (0.2 %)
  • Pacific Islander
    1 (0.2 %)
School Location
School Details
Status: Open
School Level: Elementary School
School Type: Regular School
Charter Status:* Public Non-Charter
Virtual Instruction: No virtual instruction
Shared Time Status: No
District: Linden Public School District
Phone: (908)862-3287
Website: http://www.linden.k12.nj.us/schools/school2/
Grade Range: Pre-K - 5th
Total Students: 584
Full-Time Teachers (FTE): 63.0
Pupil/Teacher Ratio: 9.3
NSLP Participation:1 Yes participating without using any Provision or the CEO
Qualified Free Lunch: 399
Qualified Reduced Lunch: 75
Grades Taught
Pre-Kindergarten 99
Kindergarten 72
Grade 1 89
Grade 2 72
Grade 3 89
Grade 4 80
Grade 5 82
Ungraded 1

Grades Taught Data Table

Grades Taught and Student Counts for Number 2
Grade Student Count
Pre-Kindergarten99
Kindergarten72
Grade 189
Grade 272
Grade 389
Grade 480
Grade 582
Ungraded1
Gender Ratio

Student Gender Ratio Data Table

Student Gender Ratio for Number 2
Gender Student Count Percentage
Female26845.9%
Male31654.1%
Nearby Elementary Schools (Within 10 Miles)