School Overview
John P. Stevens High School (JPS), located on Grove Avenue in Edison, New Jersey, is a prominent public secondary school serving students in grades 9 through 12. As part of the Edison Township Public Schools district, it is widely recognized for its strong academic reputation and its status as one of the largest and most competitive high schools in the state. The school is known for fostering a high-achieving environment, consistently ranking among the top schools in New Jersey for its rigorous curriculum, extensive Advanced Placement (AP) offerings, and high rates of college matriculation.

Beyond academics, JPS maintains a robust extracurricular culture, providing students with a diverse array of athletic teams, performing arts programs, and specialized clubs that cater to a wide range of interests, from robotics and debate to community service. The school reflects the demographic diversity of the Edison community, and its campus serves as a central hub for student life and development. With a commitment to preparing students for the demands of higher education and professional life, John P. Stevens High School remains a cornerstone of the local community, celebrated for its educational excellence and school spirit.
2,680
Total Students
167.3
Full-Time Teachers
16.0
Student/Teacher Ratio
16.1%
Free/Reduced Lunch
Student Demographics

Student Demographics Data Table

Student Demographics for John P. Stevens High School
Demographic Student Count
White175
Hispanic112
Black118
Asian2,213
Two or More38
American Indian16
Pacific Islander3
  • Asian
    2,213 (82.7 %)
  • White
    175 (6.5 %)
  • Black
    118 (4.4 %)
  • Hispanic
    112 (4.2 %)
  • Two or More
    38 (1.4 %)
  • American Indian
    16 (0.6 %)
  • Pacific Islander
    3 (0.1 %)
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: Edison Township School District
Phone: (732)452-2800
Website: http://jps.edison.k12.nj.us/
Grade Range: 9th - 12th
Total Students: 2,680
Full-Time Teachers (FTE): 167.3
Pupil/Teacher Ratio: 16.0
NSLP Participation:1 Yes participating without using any Provision or the CEO
Qualified Free Lunch: 369
Qualified Reduced Lunch: 62
Grades Taught
Grade 9 648
Grade 10 663
Grade 11 671
Grade 12 656
Ungraded 42

Grades Taught Data Table

Grades Taught and Student Counts for John P. Stevens High School
Grade Student Count
Grade 9648
Grade 10663
Grade 11671
Grade 12656
Ungraded42
Gender Ratio

Student Gender Ratio Data Table

Student Gender Ratio for John P. Stevens High School
Gender Student Count Percentage
Female1,31749.1%
Male1,35850.7%
Not Specified50.2%
Nearby High Schools (Within 10 Miles)