School Overview
Hackensack High School, located at the intersection of First and Beech Streets in Hackensack, New Jersey, serves as the primary public secondary institution for the Hackensack Public Schools district. As a comprehensive high school, it provides a diverse academic curriculum that includes core subjects, advanced placement (AP) courses, and a variety of elective programs designed to prepare students for both collegiate environments and the workforce. The school is known for its commitment to providing an inclusive learning experience for a culturally diverse student body, fostering an environment that emphasizes both intellectual development and community engagement.

Beyond the classroom, Hackensack High School offers a robust extracurricular landscape, including a wide array of varsity sports, competitive clubs, performing arts programs, and student organizations. These activities are integral to the school's culture, helping to build school spirit and develop leadership skills among the student population. By balancing rigorous educational standards with extracurricular opportunities, the school strives to support the holistic growth of its students, equipping them with the tools necessary for success in their post-secondary endeavors.
1,813
Total Students
137.3
Full-Time Teachers
13.2
Student/Teacher Ratio
63.7%
Free/Reduced Lunch
Student Demographics

Student Demographics Data Table

Student Demographics for Hackensack High School
Demographic Student Count
White131
Hispanic1,260
Black347
Asian49
Two or More16
American Indian5
Pacific Islander2
  • Hispanic
    1,260 (69.6%)
  • Black
    347 (19.2%)
  • White
    131 (7.2%)
  • Asian
    49 (2.7%)
  • Two or More
    16 (0.9%)
  • American Indian
    5 (0.3%)
  • Pacific Islander
    2 (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: Hackensack School District
Phone: (201)646-7900
Website: http://www.hackensackschools.org/High.cfm?subpage=239375
Grade Range: 9th - 12th
Total Students: 1,813
Full-Time Teachers (FTE): 137.3
Pupil/Teacher Ratio: 13.2
NSLP Participation:1 Yes participating without using any Provision or the CEO
Qualified Free Lunch: 1,029
Qualified Reduced Lunch: 126
Grades Taught
Grade 9 423
Grade 10 463
Grade 11 458
Grade 12 469

Grades Taught Data Table

Grades Taught and Student Counts for Hackensack High School
Grade Student Count
Grade 9423
Grade 10463
Grade 11458
Grade 12469
Gender Ratio

Student Gender Ratio Data Table

Student Gender Ratio for Hackensack High School
Gender Student Count Percentage
Female83846.2%
Male97253.6%
Not Specified30.2%
Nearby High Schools (Within 10 Miles)