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5 schools in Highlands

New Jersey · Public K-12

Parents in Highlands have 5 public K-12 options when picking a school, with combined enrollment near 1,169 students (2 elementary and 3 high).

7-year change in Highlands

SY 2017-18 vs SY 2024-25
Total enrollment
707
-97 (-12%) vs SY 2017-18
School count
3
0 (0%) vs SY 2017-18
% White
74%
was 84%
% Hispanic
12%
was 8%
% Black
2%
was 3%
% Asian
5%
was 3%
Source: NCES Common Core of Data, enrollment-weighted demographic averages
NameLevelGradesEnrollment
Henry Hudson Regional SchoolHigh07-12278
Henry Hudson Regional SchoolHigh07-12302
Highlands Elementary SchoolElementaryPK-06153
Highlands Elementary SchoolElementaryPK-06160
Marine Academy of Science and TechnologyHigh09-12276

About Highlands

Highlands is a thinly populated New Jersey city in terms of public-school footprint, with 5 schools and 1,169 students total.

On the level-by-level breakdown, the city comprises 2 elementary, and 3 high.

Average school size in Highlands is around 234 students, 57% below the New Jersey average of about 540.

Trend over the past 7 years. Total public-school enrollment in Highlands has fell 12% since SY 2017-18, moving from about 804 students to 707. Demographically, the White share of enrollment decreased from 84% to 74%.

On allk12, the community for Highlands discusses school events, board meetings, and seasonal calendars. Parents, students, and educators in the area can post or comment.

Frequently asked questions

How many K-12 schools are in Highlands, New Jersey?
There are 5 public K-12 schools in Highlands, with a combined enrollment of about 1,169.
How many elementary, middle, and high schools are in Highlands?
Highlands has 2 elementary, 3 high public schools.
What is the largest public school in Highlands?
Henry Hudson Regional School is the largest public school in Highlands by enrollment, with approximately 302 students.
What school districts serve Highlands?
Highlands is served by 3 public school districts, including Henry Hudson Regional School District, Highlands Borough School District, Monmouth County Vocational School District.
What grade levels do public schools in Highlands cover?
Public schools in Highlands serve students from pre-K through grade 12.