SCOTCH PLAINS-FANWOOD HIGH SCHOOL
Scotch Plains-Fanwood High School is a Title I public high school that is part of the Scotch Plains-Fanwood School District school district, located in SCOTCH PLAINS, NJ with about 1,557 students offering grade levels from 9th Grade to 12th Grade. Student demographics can be found below. A Title I school provides supplemental financial assistance to school districts for children from low-income families. Its purpose is to provide all children significant opportunity to receive a fair, equitable, and high-quality education. With about 113 teachers, Scotch Plains-Fanwood High School has a student/teacher ratio of about 13:1. The national average for public schools is about 15:1. A lower student/teacher ratio is a key factor that determines how much a teacher can devote his/her time to each individual student thus improving, or reducing (in the event of a higher student/teacher ratio) the attention each student is given for their educational needs.
Scotch Plains-Fanwood High School (SPFHS), located in Scotch Plains, New Jersey, is a comprehensive public secondary school serving the communities of Scotch Plains and Fanwood. Known for its strong academic rigor and a diverse array of extracurricular opportunities, the school is highly regarded for its commitment to college readiness and student development. The campus serves students in grades 9–12 and maintains a reputation for being a pillar of the local community, fostering an environment that encourages both intellectual growth and civic engagement.
The school is well-recognized for its robust curriculum, which includes a wide selection of Advanced Placement (AP) courses, honors programs, and career-technical electives designed to prepare students for higher education and professional success. Beyond the classroom, SPFHS offers an extensive selection of varsity sports, performing arts programs, and student-led clubs, which contribute to a vibrant and active school culture. With a focus on academic excellence, inclusive student support services, and a dedicated faculty, Scotch Plains-Fanwood High School remains a focal point of educational achievement within the Union County region.
For more information, contact Scotch Plains-Fanwood High School at (908) 889-8600 or visit the school personally to speak with a faculty or administrative member about any specific questions you may have.
SCOTCH PLAINS, NJ 07076
(908) 889-8600
SCOTCH PLAINS-FANWOOD HIGH SCHOOL is a public Title I school in SCOTCH PLAINS, NJ with about 1,557 enrolled students. See other public high schools in New Jersey
School Details
- Level:
- High School
- Charter School:*
- No
- District:
- Scotch Plains-Fanwood School District
- Total Students:
- 1,557
- Teachers:
- 113.2
- NSLP Status:1
- Yes participating without using any Provision or the CEO
- Qualified free lunch:
- 0
- Qualified reduced-price lunch:
- 0
- Title I Status:2
- Title I targeted assistance school
- Virtual:
- Not Virtual
* A public charter school is a publicly funded school that is typically governed by a group or organization under a legislative contract with the state, the district, or another entity. The charter exempts the school from certain state or local rules and regulations.
1 The National School Lunch Program (NSLP) provides eligible students with free or reduced-price lunch
2 Title I, Part A (Title I) of the Elementary and Secondary Education Act provides supplemental financial assistance to school districts for children from low-income families.
School Demographics for 1,557 students
The primary ethnicity of students attending SCOTCH PLAINS-FANWOOD HIGH SCHOOL is predominantly White, representing about 71% of the student body.
- White
- 70.8%
- Black or African American
- 10.2%
- Hispanic/Latino
- 9.2%
- Asian
- 6.6%
- Two or more races
- 3.0%
- Native Hawaiian or Other Pacific Islander
- 0.1%
- American Indian or Alaska Native
- 0.1%
- Female
- 48.9%
- Male
- 51.1%
Data for school year 2017-2018 — The information found on this website was provided in part by the U.S. Department of Education, U.S. Census Bureau, the Bureau of Labor and Statistics & various other external sources. We do not verify the contents of the information provided and therefore, cannot guarantee the accuracy of the information displayed on this website.