Summary
Paulsboro High School is a public high school in Paulsboro, New Jersey, serving grades 9-12 with a student population of 425. The school is part of the Paulsboro School District, which is ranked 608 out of 609 districts in New Jersey and has a 0-star rating from SchoolDigger.
Paulsboro High School consistently ranks among the lowest-performing high schools in New Jersey, with proficiency rates in NJSLA/NJGPA assessments significantly below state averages across all subjects and grade levels. For example, in 2024-2025, the school's proficiency rates were just 9.3% in English Language Arts, 8.9% in Algebra I, and 3.8% in Science, compared to state averages of 49.9%, 38.2%, and 31.3%, respectively. The school's performance is particularly low for subgroups such as African American, Hispanic, and White students, as well as students with special needs and those from low socioeconomic backgrounds. Additionally, Paulsboro High School's four-year graduation rate has fluctuated between 83.0% and 91.3% over the past few years, which is below the state average, and the school has experienced high rates of chronic absenteeism, ranging from 14.9% to 33.3%.
In comparison, nearby schools such as Audubon Junior/Senior High School, Pitman Junior/Senior High School, and Gloucester City High School generally perform better academically and have higher graduation rates, lower dropout rates, and lower chronic absenteeism. For example, Audubon Junior/Senior High School and Pitman Junior/Senior High School have proficiency rates in the 50-70% range in English Language Arts and Mathematics, compared to Paulsboro High School's single-digit proficiency rates. The relatively lower per-student spending at Paulsboro High School compared to some nearby schools may be a factor in the school's limited resources and ability to provide comprehensive educational programs and support services for its students.
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