Barnegat High School

www.barnegatschools.com

1,003 Students

High School 9th - 12th

School Overview

Barnegat High School, located in Barnegat, New Jersey, serves as the primary secondary educational institution for the local community. Operating as part of the Barnegat Township School District, the school is known for its "Bengal" identity and community-focused approach to academics, athletics, and extracurricular development. It offers a comprehensive curriculum designed to prepare students for post-secondary success, whether that involves pursuing higher education, entering the workforce, or joining the military.

Beyond traditional classroom instruction, Barnegat High School places a strong emphasis on fostering a supportive school culture through a variety of clubs, performing arts programs, and competitive athletic teams. The school prides itself on maintaining an environment that promotes personal growth, civic responsibility, and student engagement. By balancing rigorous academic standards with diverse enrichment opportunities, the institution aims to cultivate well-rounded graduates who are prepared to contribute positively to their community.

1,003

Total Students

87.0

Full-Time Teachers

11.5

Student/Teacher Ratio

42.9%

Free/Reduced Lunch

Student Demographics

Student Demographics Data Table

Student Demographics for Barnegat High School
Demographic	Student Count
White	617
Hispanic	219
Black	94
Asian	24
Two or More	48

White
617 (61.6%)
Hispanic
219 (21.9%)
Black
94 (9.4%)
Two or More
48 (4.8%)
Asian
24 (2.4%)

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:	Barnegat Township School District
Phone:	(609)660-7510
Website:	http://www.barnegatschools.com
Grade Range:	9th - 12th
Total Students:	1,003
Full-Time Teachers (FTE):	87.0
Pupil/Teacher Ratio:	11.5
NSLP Participation:¹	Yes participating without using any Provision or the CEO
Qualified Free Lunch:	360
Qualified Reduced Lunch:	70

* 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

Grade 9 240

Grade 10 264

Grade 11 253

Grade 12 246