2022 Best Public High Schools in Hudson County

Dr. Ronald E. McNair Academic High School

• Jersey City School District, NJ
• 9-12
• Rating 4.08 out of 5  280 reviews

Junior: Overall a great school. McNair is very much focused on academics, and most courses are either honors or AP providing for a academically challenging environment. After-school clubs and sports are also highly popular and you’ll find that many students are involved in either or both. Teachers are a mixed bag: some are great, others, not so much, but ultimately, they will challenge you in their classes. As an academically-focused school, expect to have a heavier load of homework, especially if you take AP classes. As a requirement, you will need to take at least one AP to graduate...Read 280 Reviews

• grade A+

• 693 Students
• 14:1 Student-Teacher Ratio

High Tech High School

• Public School
• SECAUCUS, NJ
• 9-12
• Rating 4.09 out of 5  348 reviews

Senior: I believe that High Tech High School is a great school where I can truly express myself while also feeling comfortable. High Tech offers unique academies to choose from such as the biomedical science, culinary arts, computer designing, Dfab, robotics, and my interest...performing arts. It's important for students to identify their skills and specialize in an area of interest in preparation for college where we must declare a major. ...There is always be something different to experience and enjoy, especially in performing arts such as a musical, coffee house, dance showcase, volunteer work, etc. It's been enjoyable. There are so many of different types of people from different backgrounds, cultures, and communities. It has allowed me to be more open-minded, adaptable and accepting of all people...which made me a better human being!...Read 348 Reviews

• grade A+

• 1,174 Students
• 13:1 Student-Teacher Ratio

County Prep High School

• Public School
• JERSEY CITY, NJ
• 9-12
• Rating 4.07 out of 5  261 reviews

Junior: My experience at County Prep High School is one for the books! Throughout my high school career, I have always been supported by all of the staff members, teachers, and students. The teachers, in my opinion, are very patient and understanding; they try their best to accommodate all of their students' needs. County Prep also enabled me to meet some of my greatest friends; we went to field trips, movie nights, and outdoor games together. ...I particularly applaud the school's way of preparing their students for college. There are several options for majors, which include classes that solely focus on a student's chosen academic career. For instance, I major in medical science, therefore some of my subjects are heavily focused on healthcare. The school's spirit is strengthened by various events and activities as well as clubs and organizations. Everyone works together to achieve their goal. ...All in all, I believe that County Prep allows me to be heard, seen, and appreciated.Read 261 Reviews

• grade A

• 961 Students
• 11:1 Student-Teacher Ratio

Secaucus High School

• Secaucus Board of Education, NJ
• 9-12
• Rating 3.53 out of 5  86 reviews

Junior: Secaucus High School gives one of the best educations that I have seen in any other local public high school. They offer classes for more than a dozen AP's & each class is run by teachers with years of experience with the test. The STEM program allows students to take college-level classes with college credit, taught by some of the best teachers I've ever seen by senior year. Not to mention the school itself is extremely diverse, in an extremely safe neighborhood with a top notch music & play program and various other clubs. It really is a great school!...Read 86 Reviews

• grade A

• 607 Students
• 10:1 Student-Teacher Ratio

Weehawken High School

• Weehawken Public School District, NJ
• 7-12
• Rating 4.12 out of 5  85 reviews

Senior: Weehawken High school was where I had my Highschool experience. Weehawken High School is a very diverse school with different groups of people that attend there. My experience there was good due to the teachers. Teachers at Weehawken High School were always very attentive to what you needed help with, they would always be there for you. The one thing that I would change about my experience there is a college readiness and future-readiness. Although the teachers were very good at teaching their subjects, I do not believe that I have been made ready to leave High School and deal with things on my own...Read 85 Reviews

• grade A minus

• 555 Students
• 9:1 Student-Teacher Ratio

Liberty High School

• Jersey City School District, NJ
• 9-12
• Rating 3.16 out of 5  77 reviews

Sophomore: I never witnessed a fight in this school. It's very comfortable and you don't get dizzy by the number of students since we all know this is a very small place. Depend on your preferences you should either love or hate the fact that this school is not as big as others. You get to know everyone in your grade, and that's something great if you like social interaction. Don't worry, if you are antisocial like me, you will also fit into this environment. Quiet, comfortable... Am I the only one who dislike big classroom with more than 30 students? Well, Liberty does not have that. Teachers DO NOT have preferences in students. If they call your attention is because you were doing something wrong. Do not complain!...The school work is precisely enough and great to learn what is needed. We have around 6 clubs going on right now. The teachers are extremely nice. It's true that we don't have as much financial support as other schools, but I always see the staff trying to attend our concerns...Read 77 Reviews

• grade B+

• 231 Students
• 12:1 Student-Teacher Ratio

Hoboken Charter School

• Public School
• HOBOKEN, NJ
• K-12
• Rating 2.59 out of 5  17 reviews

Senior: Hoboken Charter School is a diverse community with supportive classmates and staff. The school has had many positive changes over the course of time I was there. Teachers help students who are struggling with a certain subject. When I had trouble in math, my teacher let me stay with them 30 minutes after class to help me understand a certain topic. For clubs, they have a few such a sports club, chess club and cheerleaders. My personal favorite is the robotics club. The club introduces teamwork with students in different grades and into STEM for beginners. The school prepare students well for college in senior year by having them fill out the FASFA and brings in Admission Officers from other colleges to introduce to the students. I highly recommend Hoboken Charter School to other students who want to be in a loving diverse community...Read 17 Reviews

• grade B+

• 297 Students
• 10:1 Student-Teacher Ratio

Innovation High School

• Jersey City School District, NJ
• 9-12
• Rating 4.13 out of 5  8 reviews

Alum: Innovation is a small school with about 400 students since they only accept 100 per year. What makes this school different is its S.T.E.A.M program which stands for Science, Technology, Engineering, Arts and Math. This program gives students opportunities to learn differently from other schools since the program is hands-on...Read 8 Reviews

• grade B

• 309 Students
• 12:1 Student-Teacher Ratio

Bayonne High School

• Bayonne School District, NJ
• 9-12
• Rating 3.52 out of 5  287 reviews

Senior: I believe that Bayonne High School is a great school for the urban environment that I live in. With so many students to cater to, I firmly think that Bayonne High School has done an incredible job at attempting to make sure there is something for everyone to take part in. With a student population of nearly 3,000, of course it can be hard to maintain a stellar environment in all aspects. Nevertheless, it can be assured that there is a niche for everyone at Bayonne High School, and there is certainly an ability for each and every student to excel in any aspect they desire...Read 287 Reviews

• grade B

• 2,478 Students
• 13:1 Student-Teacher Ratio

Hoboken Junior Senior High School

• Hoboken Public School District, NJ
• 9-12
• Rating 3.67 out of 5  67 reviews

Senior: To be honest, it's pretty good. The athletic programs are good. The school spirit events are really fun! Just good positive vibes throughout. Good Teaching staff that offers help if needed. And somewhat diverse. School lunch could be better though...Read 67 Reviews

• grade B

• 426 Students
• 10:1 Student-Teacher Ratio

Union City High School

• Union City School District, NJ
• 9-12
• Rating 4.22 out of 5  428 reviews

Alum: I am an alumni from Union City High School who graduated in 2019, and by far most of my treasured, memorable memories have occurred in this school. I always felt welcomed by the students, who would always lend a helping hand to those in need, as well as by staff, who took time out of their day just for the students. Everything about this school is great, there was great advertisement for students to partake in clubs and sports, which they had a variety of, to teachers and counselors sacrificing their time after school to help students not only with their school work, but in their preparation and readiness for college. Overall, it is an amazing school, it has various extracurricular activities, staff and students that not only range from a multitude of races and ethnicities, but are caring and compassionate, and classes taught by teachers willing to spend every second catering to their students. (Also this school offers some advanced classes that can be converted into college credits!)...Read 428 Reviews

• grade B minus

• 2,891 Students
• 16:1 Student-Teacher Ratio

Academy of Technology Design

• Public School
• JERSEY CITY, NJ
• 9-12

• grade B minus

• 182 Students
• 51:1 Student-Teacher Ratio

Jose Marti Freshman Academy

• Union City School District, NJ
• 9-12
• Rating 3.75 out of 5  8 reviews

Junior: Jose Marti Freshmen Academy, now Jose Marti STEM Academy (9-12), prioritizes how a student's academic performance over their mental health while promoting a competitive environment, and if you do not meet the high expectations, you are looked down upon by the administrators and sometimes even your peers. Some teachers promote bullying because the comment the bully made should be taken as a joke. In addition, not all teachers are supportive of a student's ideas, and teachers definitely prioritize their favorite students. Our mental health is not accounted for when we are being given assignments, especially now during virtual classes due to the Covid-19 global pandemic. We are assigned hours of homework every night even though our eyes are tired after looking at a screen for at least 4 - 6 hours every day. Teachers refuse to accept late assignments even though this is a stressful time for all of us. Thus, the school administration could promote a better environment for its students...Read 8 Reviews

• grade B minus

• 699 Students
• 12:1 Student-Teacher Ratio

Kearny High School

• Kearny School District, NJ
• 9-12
• Rating 3.57 out of 5  235 reviews

Alum: Kearny High School has lots of diversity therefore, you will never see racism among the students there. Faculty however, feel as though they are superior to their students. They lack sympathy and respect. There is only a handful of teachers and staff that are very understanding and greet you with open arms. My time at Kearny High School was the typical high school career for a student. Wake up, go to school, spend about 6 hours studying and learning, go to crew (rowing) practice, get home, and repeat the same for the next day! Changes I would love to see at Kearny High School is their attitude towards the students along with more classes that excel their careers in the real world. High ...school students have to learn everything there is about taxes, credit, and loans after high school; not much of that is taught.Read 235 Reviews

• grade C+

• 1,735 Students
• 13:1 Student-Teacher Ratio

Harrison High School

• Harrison Public Schools, NJ
• 9-12
• Rating 3.49 out of 5  117 reviews

Niche User: The school is amazing and hardworking teachers and administrators. However, the fights every week caused by students are overwhelming!Read 117 Reviews

• grade C+

• 693 Students
• 13:1 Student-Teacher Ratio

William L. Dickinson High School

• Jersey City School District, NJ
• 9-12
• Rating 3.44 out of 5  213 reviews

Senior: The school itself is fabulous with it's diversity and accepting atmosphere. The people that you get to know makes it worthwhile (as long as you're with the right group), some teachers are good at guiding their students to success while others don't seem too concerned about it (which is why it brings the school down a couple of stars) but excluding the bad things, the school is an amazing place to obtain a decent education...Read 213 Reviews

• grade C+

• 1,812 Students
• 14:1 Student-Teacher Ratio

James J. Ferris High School

• Jersey City School District, NJ
• 9-12
• Rating 3.42 out of 5  102 reviews

Junior: This my third year at James J Ferris High School. What I like about this school is that the stuff and students work together to make everyone’s life easier. I also like how they come up with news ideas every time. I’ve never been board at Ferris. I love everything about the school. I felt like I’m home and never felt lonely. I’m very excited and I can’t wait for my senior year next year and hopefully it’ll be one of the best year of my entire life...Read 102 Reviews

• grade C

• 1,298 Students
• 11:1 Student-Teacher Ratio

Memorial High School

• West New York Board of Education, NJ
• 9-12
• Rating 3.39 out of 5  227 reviews

Senior: I am a student at Memorial and it has been good. The teachers I've had are overall very nice and understanding. They care for their students. Memorial also hosts many different types of clubs that anyone can join. However, there is a lack of clubs in areas that are not engineering. A lot of other fields that don't involve engineering or technology are left out. The building itself is old, so not much can be done to improve its physical state...Read 227 Reviews

• grade C

• 2,079 Students
• 14:1 Student-Teacher Ratio

University Academy Charter High School

• Public School
• JERSEY CITY, NJ
• 9-12
• Rating 3.21 out of 5  58 reviews

Freshman: This is a small and nice school. It has more of a relaxed nature which results in less-stressed students. The staff and teachers at this school are very wholesome and encouraging! The only downsides may be the lack of courses (APs) and clubs. Otherwise, UACHS is full of love and care...Read 58 Reviews

• grade C

• 431 Students
• 11:1 Student-Teacher Ratio

North Bergen High School

• North Bergen School District, NJ
• 9-12
• Rating 3.35 out of 5  369 reviews

Alum: As a student, I enjoyed my time at NBHS. I fell specially drawn to the math and sciences department and every single teacher (in those departments) was amazing! I was also involved in extra curricular mainly the Key Culb and the environmental Club and the fucus they all had in the community and current events is really captivating...Read 369 Reviews

• grade C

• 2,373 Students
• 14:1 Student-Teacher Ratio

Henry Snyder High School

• Jersey City School District, NJ
• 9-12
• Rating 3.32 out of 5  77 reviews

Senior: Henry Snyder Highschool is a school with potential. Although it is known for it's poor reputation in the past, it is certainly a school that has been improving throughout the years. Personally, I have seen changes and improvements as the years went by. For example, the school became more open to the opinions of their students and they were quick to attend to their needs. The guidance counselors are all very welcoming and helpful as well; the staff were all well educated and considerate of their students. I guess the only real issue is the lack of resources and opportunities welcomed for the students; compared to other schools in the same district there is less attention revolved around my school. Despite having many gifted students and seniors in the class of 2020, I feel as though there could've been more recognition given towards them or more opportunities put out there for them. However, I'm sure that is to be changed in the years to come...Read 77 Reviews

• grade C minus

• 708 Students
• 11:1 Student-Teacher Ratio

Lincoln High School

• Jersey City School District, NJ
• 9-12
• Rating 3.23 out of 5  74 reviews

Senior: Lincoln is a good school. I met one of my mentors there and was able to bond with them. I had a pretty okay school experience over the years but sometimes there were little problems with staff like grade problems, lack of communication, etc...Read 74 Reviews

• grade C minus

• 677 Students
• 12:1 Student-Teacher Ratio

Bayonne Alternative High School

• Bayonne School District, NJ
• 9-12

• grade unavailable

• 99 Students
• — Student-Teacher Ratio

Regional Day School

• Jersey City School District, NJ
• PK, K-12

• grade unavailable

• 73 Students
• 1:1 Student-Teacher Ratio

Academy of Career & Technical Education

• Public School
• SECAUCUS, NJ
• 9-12

• grade unavailable

• 48 Students
• 21:1 Student-Teacher Ratio