SOMERVILLE HIGH SCHOOL
SOMERVILLE HIGH SCHOOL is a public high school that is part of the Somerville Public School District school district, located in SOMERVILLE, NJ with about 1,165 students offering grade levels from 9th Grade to 12th Grade. Student demographics can be found below. With about 91 teachers, SOMERVILLE HIGH SCHOOL has a student/teacher ratio of about 12:1. 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.
SOMERVILLE HIGH SCHOOL, located at 222 Davenport St. in Somerville, New Jersey, is a comprehensive public secondary school that serves the students of the Somerville Borough School District. As the sole high school in its district, it functions as a central hub for the community, offering a traditional academic curriculum alongside a wide array of extracurricular activities, athletics, and performing arts programs. The school is known for fostering a close-knit environment, reflecting the small-town character of Somerville while striving to prepare its diverse student body for post-secondary education and workforce readiness.
The institution places a strong emphasis on academic achievement and personal development, providing students with access to various honors and Advanced Placement (AP) courses, as well as vocational opportunities through partnerships with shared-time programs. Beyond the classroom, SOMERVILLE HIGH SCHOOL is recognized for its competitive spirit in athletics and a vibrant culture of student involvement in clubs and community service. By maintaining a balance between rigorous educational standards and a supportive social atmosphere, the school aims to cultivate well-rounded graduates who are equipped to succeed in an increasingly complex global landscape.
For more information, contact SOMERVILLE HIGH SCHOOL at (908) 218-4108 or visit the school personally to speak with a faculty or administrative member about any specific questions you may have.
SOMERVILLE, NJ 08876-1515
(908) 218-4108
SOMERVILLE HIGH SCHOOL is a public school in SOMERVILLE, NJ with about 1,165 enrolled students. See other public high schools in New Jersey
School Details
- Level:
- High School
- Charter School:*
- No
- District:
- Somerville Public School District
- Total Students:
- 1,165
- Teachers:
- 91.5
- 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
- Not a Title I 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 1,165 students
- White
- 63.3%
- Hispanic/Latino
- 20.4%
- Asian
- 8.2%
- Black or African American
- 7.2%
- Two or more races
- 0.8%
- Native Hawaiian or Other Pacific Islander
- 0.1%
- Female
- 47.1%
- Male
- 52.9%
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.