Boonton High School

www.boontonschools.org

662 Students

High School 9th - 12th

School Overview

Boonton High School, located at 306 Lathrop Avenue in Boonton, New Jersey, serves as the primary secondary education institution for the Boonton School District. The school operates as a comprehensive public high school, catering to students in grades 9 through 12. Known for its intimate academic environment, the school emphasizes a rigorous college-preparatory curriculum while maintaining a strong commitment to fostering a supportive, community-centered atmosphere for its diverse student body.

Beyond its core academic offerings, Boonton High School is recognized for a robust array of extracurricular activities, including competitive athletic programs, fine and performing arts, and various student-led clubs. The school prioritizes holistic student development, aiming to prepare graduates for success in higher education and the modern workforce. By leveraging its historic location and community-focused philosophy, Boonton High School seeks to provide an engaging educational experience that encourages both personal growth and academic excellence.

662

Total Students

61.6

Full-Time Teachers

10.7

Student/Teacher Ratio

31.7%

Free/Reduced Lunch

Student Demographics

Student Demographics Data Table

Student Demographics for Boonton High School
Demographic	Student Count
White	370
Hispanic	168
Black	35
Asian	75
Two or More	3
American Indian	3
Pacific Islander	5

White
370 (56.1 %)
Hispanic
168 (25.5 %)
Asian
75 (11.4 %)
Black
35 (5.3 %)
Pacific Islander
5 (0.8 %)
Two or More
3 (0.5 %)
American Indian
3 (0.5 %)

School Location

School Details

Status:	Open
School Level:	High School
School Type:	Regular School
Charter Status:*	Public Non-Charter
Virtual Instruction:	No virtual instruction
Shared Time Status:	No
District:	Boonton Town Public School District
Phone:	(973)335-9700
Website:	http://www.boontonschools.org
Grade Range:	9th - 12th
Total Students:	662
Full-Time Teachers (FTE):	61.6
Pupil/Teacher Ratio:	10.7
NSLP Participation:¹	Yes participating without using any Provision or the CEO
Qualified Free Lunch:	177
Qualified Reduced Lunch:	33

* Charter Schools: A public charter school is a publicly funded school that operates independently under a legislative contract (or "charter") with a state, school district, or designated authorizing entity. Charters grant these schools greater operational flexibility over curriculum, staffing, and budgeting in exchange for strict accountability to achieve performance standards established in their charter agreement.

¹ National School Lunch Program (NSLP): The National School Lunch Program is a federally assisted meal program operating in public and nonprofit private schools. It provides nutritionally balanced, low-cost or free lunches to eligible children each school day based on household income thresholds or community eligibility options (CEO).

Title I Program Overview: Title I, Part A of the Elementary and Secondary Education Act (ESEA) allocates federal financial assistance to local educational agencies and public schools with high percentages of children from low-income families to help ensure that all children meet challenging state academic standards.

Grades Taught

Pre-Kindergarten 41

Grade 9 157

Grade 10 165

Grade 11 143

Grade 12 135

Ungraded 21