Serving 15 students in grades 9-12, Essex High School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in New Jersey for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is <50% (which is higher than the New Jersey state average of 44%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is <50% (which is lower than the New Jersey state average of 57%).
The student:teacher ratio of 3:1 is lower than the New Jersey state level of 11:1.
The diversity score of Essex High School is 0.43, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.72. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
<50% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 44% NJ state average), while <50% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 57% NJ state average).
What is the graduation rate of Essex High School?
The graduation rate of Essex High School is 20%, which is lower than the New Jersey state average of 86%.
How many students attend Essex High School?
15 students attend Essex High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
73% of Essex High School students are Black, 20% of students are Hispanic, and 7% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Essex High School?
Essex High School has a student ration of 3:1, which is lower than the New Jersey state average of 11:1.
What grades does Essex High School offer ?
Essex High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12
What school district is Essex High School part of?
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