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.
644
Total Students
57.9
Full-Time Teachers
11.1
Student/Teacher Ratio
3.1%
Free/Reduced Lunch
Student Demographics

Student Demographics Data Table

Student Demographics for New Providence High School
Demographic Student Count
White434
Hispanic98
Black15
Asian81
Two or More16
  • White
    434 (67.4%)
  • Hispanic
    98 (15.2%)
  • Asian
    81 (12.6%)
  • Two or More
    16 (2.5%)
  • Black
    15 (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

Grades Taught and Student Counts for New Providence High School
Grade Student Count
Grade 9182
Grade 10158
Grade 11147
Grade 12157
Gender Ratio

Student Gender Ratio Data Table

Student Gender Ratio for New Providence High School
Gender Student Count Percentage
Female30447.2%
Male34052.8%
Nearby High Schools (Within 10 Miles)