School Overview
Montclair High School, located on Chestnut Street in the heart of Montclair, New Jersey, is a comprehensive public high school known for its commitment to academic excellence, diversity, and a vibrant arts culture. Serving grades 9–12, the school is central to the community's identity and is recognized for its unique "Small Learning Communities" model, which helps personalize the educational experience for its large student body. The curriculum is rigorous, offering a wide array of Advanced Placement (AP) courses, specialized honors tracks, and a robust selection of electives that cater to a broad range of student interests.

Beyond academics, Montclair High School is highly regarded for its exceptional extracurricular programs, particularly its award-winning drama department, music ensembles, and competitive athletic teams. The school prides itself on fostering a progressive and inclusive environment that encourages students to engage with social issues and civic leadership. With its historical architecture and long-standing reputation for preparing students for top-tier colleges and universities, the school remains a cornerstone of the Montclair Public Schools district, reflecting the town’s values of creativity, intellect, and community involvement.
1,925
Total Students
149.6
Full-Time Teachers
12.9
Student/Teacher Ratio
17.9%
Free/Reduced Lunch
Student Demographics

Student Demographics Data Table

Student Demographics for Montclair High School
Demographic Student Count
White935
Hispanic305
Black434
Asian97
Two or More145
American Indian1
Pacific Islander2
  • White
    935 (48.7%)
  • Black
    434 (22.6%)
  • Hispanic
    305 (15.9%)
  • Two or More
    145 (7.6%)
  • Asian
    97 (5.1%)
  • Pacific Islander
    2 (0.1%)
  • American Indian
    1 (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: Montclair Public School District
Phone: (973)509-4100
Website: http://www.montclair.k12.nj.us
Grade Range: 9th - 12th
Total Students: 1,925
Full-Time Teachers (FTE): 149.6
Pupil/Teacher Ratio: 12.9
NSLP Participation:1 Yes participating without using any Provision or the CEO
Qualified Free Lunch: 275
Qualified Reduced Lunch: 69
Grades Taught
Grade 9 459
Grade 10 471
Grade 11 477
Grade 12 518

Grades Taught Data Table

Grades Taught and Student Counts for Montclair High School
Grade Student Count
Grade 9459
Grade 10471
Grade 11477
Grade 12518
Gender Ratio

Student Gender Ratio Data Table

Student Gender Ratio for Montclair High School
Gender Student Count Percentage
Female91147.3%
Male1,00852.4%
Not Specified60.3%
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