Deptford Township High School

Deptford Township Public School District

deptfordhs.deptfordschools.org/

1,098 Students

High School 9th - 12th

School Overview

Deptford Township High School, located at 575 S. Fox Run Road in Deptford, New Jersey, serves as the primary secondary educational institution for the Deptford Township School District. The school provides a comprehensive academic program for students in grades 9 through 12, focusing on preparing them for post-secondary success through a blend of rigorous core curriculum, elective courses, and college-preparatory pathways. As a central hub for the local community, the school emphasizes student development through a balance of classroom instruction, diverse extracurricular opportunities, and athletic programs.

Beyond academics, Deptford Township High School is recognized for its commitment to fostering a supportive school culture. The administration and faculty prioritize student engagement by offering various clubs, performing arts, and vocational training options, which allow students to explore their interests outside of traditional coursework. By maintaining a focus on both academic achievement and character development, the school strives to equip its diverse student body with the necessary skills to navigate the challenges of higher education and the modern workforce.

1,098

Total Students

84.9

Full-Time Teachers

12.9

Student/Teacher Ratio

38.7%

Free/Reduced Lunch

Student Demographics

Student Demographics Data Table

Student Demographics for Deptford Township High School
Demographic	Student Count
White	508
Hispanic	202
Black	293
Asian	77
Two or More	16
Pacific Islander	2

White
508 (46.3%)
Black
293 (26.7%)
Hispanic
202 (18.4%)
Asian
77 (7.0%)
Two or More
16 (1.5%)
Pacific Islander
2 (0.2%)

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:	Deptford Township Public School District
Phone:	(856)232-2713
Website:	http://deptfordhs.deptfordschools.org/
Grade Range:	9th - 12th
Total Students:	1,098
Full-Time Teachers (FTE):	84.9
Pupil/Teacher Ratio:	12.9
NSLP Participation:¹	Yes participating without using any Provision or the CEO
Qualified Free Lunch:	350
Qualified Reduced Lunch:	75

* 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 9 251

Grade 10 267

Grade 11 281

Grade 12 299