School Overview
County Prep High School, located at 525 Montgomery Street in Jersey City, is a specialized vocational-technical high school that serves as part of the Hudson County Schools of Technology district. The school is highly regarded for its rigorous academic environment combined with intensive career-focused training. Students at County Prep have the opportunity to choose from a diverse array of technical academies, ranging from graphic design and culinary arts to allied health and pre-engineering, allowing them to gain industry-recognized certifications and practical experience while fulfilling their core high school graduation requirements.

Beyond its technical curriculum, County Prep is known for fostering a professional and inclusive culture that prepares students for both higher education and the modern workforce. By integrating project-based learning with traditional classroom instruction, the school aims to provide a comprehensive education that emphasizes critical thinking, technological proficiency, and real-world problem solving. Its central location in Jersey City also allows the school to maintain strong partnerships with local businesses and community organizations, providing students with valuable internship and mentorship opportunities that bridge the gap between their secondary education and future careers.
922
Total Students
94.0
Full-Time Teachers
9.8
Student/Teacher Ratio
55.2%
Free/Reduced Lunch
Student Demographics

Student Demographics Data Table

Student Demographics for County Prep High School
Demographic Student Count
White214
Hispanic338
Black59
Asian264
Two or More40
Pacific Islander7
  • Hispanic
    338 (36.7 %)
  • Asian
    264 (28.6 %)
  • White
    214 (23.2 %)
  • Black
    59 (6.4 %)
  • Two or More
    40 (4.3 %)
  • Pacific Islander
    7 (0.8 %)
School Location
School Details
Status: Open
School Level: High School
School Type: Career and Technical School
Charter Status:* Public Non-Charter
Virtual Instruction: No virtual instruction
Shared Time Status: No
District: Hudson County Schools of Technology School District
Phone: (201)631-6302
Website: http://cphs.hcstonline.org/
Grade Range: 9th - 12th
Total Students: 922
Full-Time Teachers (FTE): 94.0
Pupil/Teacher Ratio: 9.8
NSLP Participation:1 Yes participating without using any Provision or the CEO
Qualified Free Lunch: 421
Qualified Reduced Lunch: 88
Grades Taught
Grade 9 220
Grade 10 236
Grade 11 239
Grade 12 227

Grades Taught Data Table

Grades Taught and Student Counts for County Prep High School
Grade Student Count
Grade 9220
Grade 10236
Grade 11239
Grade 12227
Gender Ratio

Student Gender Ratio Data Table

Student Gender Ratio for County Prep High School
Gender Student Count Percentage
Female56261%
Male36039%
Nearby High Schools (Within 10 Miles)