New Providence High School
644 Students
High School 9th - 12th
School Overview
New Providence High School, located at 35 Pioneer Drive in New Providence, New Jersey, is a highly regarded public secondary school serving students in grades 9 through 12. As a central pillar of the New Providence School District, the institution is consistently recognized for its academic rigor, maintaining a strong reputation for high standardized test scores and a curriculum that emphasizes college readiness. The school fosters a supportive environment that encourages intellectual curiosity while providing a wide range of Advanced Placement (AP) courses and elective options designed to prepare students for diverse post-secondary paths.
Beyond its academic achievements, New Providence High School places a significant emphasis on the development of the "whole student" through a robust extracurricular program. Students are encouraged to participate in a variety of championship-caliber athletic teams, performing arts programs, and numerous student-led clubs that cater to a wide array of interests. The school is known for its strong sense of community spirit and tight-knit campus culture, where faculty and staff work closely with families to ensure a personalized educational experience. This combination of community involvement, competitive academics, and comprehensive support services makes it a standout institution within Union County.
Beyond its academic achievements, New Providence High School places a significant emphasis on the development of the "whole student" through a robust extracurricular program. Students are encouraged to participate in a variety of championship-caliber athletic teams, performing arts programs, and numerous student-led clubs that cater to a wide array of interests. The school is known for its strong sense of community spirit and tight-knit campus culture, where faculty and staff work closely with families to ensure a personalized educational experience. This combination of community involvement, competitive academics, and comprehensive support services makes it a standout institution within Union County.
644
Total Students
57.9
Full-Time Teachers
11.1
Student/Teacher Ratio
3.1%
Free/Reduced Lunch
Student Demographics
Student Demographics Data Table
| Demographic | Student Count |
|---|---|
| White | 434 |
| Hispanic | 98 |
| Black | 15 |
| Asian | 81 |
| Two or More | 16 |
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White434 (67.4%)
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Hispanic98 (15.2%)
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Asian81 (12.6%)
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Two or More16 (2.5%)
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Black15 (2.3%)
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: | New Providence School District |
| Phone: | (908)464-4700 |
| Website: | http://www.npsd.k12.nj.us/ |
| Grade Range: | 9th - 12th |
| Total Students: | 644 |
| Full-Time Teachers (FTE): | 57.9 |
| Pupil/Teacher Ratio: | 11.1 |
| NSLP Participation:1 | No |
| Qualified Free Lunch: | 20 |
| Qualified Reduced Lunch: | 0 |
Grades Taught
Grade 9
182
Grade 10
158
Grade 11
147
Grade 12
157
Grades Taught Data Table
| Grade | Student Count |
|---|---|
| Grade 9 | 182 |
| Grade 10 | 158 |
| Grade 11 | 147 |
| Grade 12 | 157 |
Gender Ratio
Student Gender Ratio Data Table
| Gender | Student Count | Percentage |
|---|---|---|
| Female | 304 | 47.2% |
| Male | 340 | 52.8% |
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