Serving 3,359 students in grades 9-12, Passaic County Technical Institute ranks in the top 50% of all schools in New Jersey for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 46% (which is higher than the New Jersey state average of 36%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 63% (which is higher than the New Jersey state average of 49%).
The student:teacher ratio of 12:1 is higher than the New Jersey state level of 11:1.
Minority enrollment is 81% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the New Jersey state average of 61% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024-25)
- School Type: Vocational school / Magnet School
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 3,359 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 12:1
- Minority Enrollment: 81%
- Graduation Rate: ≥99% (Top 1% in NJ)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50%
- Math Proficiency: 46% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 63% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: 33% (Top 30%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NJ Dept. of Education
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Passaic County Technical Institute ranks among the top 20% of public schools in New Jersey for:
Category
Attribute
Graduation Rate
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Passaic County Technical Institute's student population of 3,359 students has declined by 10% over five school years.
The teacher population of 286 teachers has declined by 13% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
Total Students
3,359 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
286 teachers
Students by Grade
Passaic County Technical Institute ranks within the top 50% of all 2,201 schools in New Jersey (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Passaic County Technical Institute is 0.58, 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.
Overall Testing Rank
#695 out of 2201 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
46%
36%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
63%
49%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
33%
23%
Student : Teacher Ratio
12:1
11:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
9%
10%
Hispanic
61%
33%
Black
9%
15%
White
19%
39%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
2%
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
≥99%
85%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
48%
31%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
10%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NJ Dept. of Education
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Passaic County Technical Institute is ranked #695 out of 2,201 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in New Jersey.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
46% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 36% NJ state average), while 63% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 49% NJ state average).
What is the graduation rate of Passaic County Technical Institute?
The graduation rate of Passaic County Technical Institute is 99%, which is higher than the New Jersey state average of 85%.
How many students attend Passaic County Technical Institute?
3,359 students attend Passaic County Technical Institute.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
61% of Passaic County Technical Institute students are Hispanic, 19% of students are White, 9% of students are Asian, 9% of students are Black, and 2% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Passaic County Technical Institute?
Passaic County Technical Institute has a student ration of 12:1, which is higher than the New Jersey state average of 11:1.
What grades does Passaic County Technical Institute offer ?
Passaic County Technical Institute offers enrollment in grades 9-12
What school district is Passaic County Technical Institute part of?
Passaic County Technical Institute is part of Passaic County Technical-Vocational School District.
School Reviews麻豆果冻传媒>5 4/21/2008PCTI is an excellent high school for both students who know a particular trade or career they are interested in and for those who are still exploring. This high school now features over 16 academies/schools (nicknamed shops) such as the Academy of Finance, Academy of Medical Arts, School of Cosmetology, School of Business, Automotive Technology, and School of Performing Arts. PCTI prides itself with its availability of an wide variety of sports and other extra-curricular activities. The most notable organizations include Navy Junior Reserve Officer Training Corps, Future Business Leaders of America, Health Occupation Students of America, and Skills USA. At PCTI there are many great resources for any student.5 1/25/2008If you child is really interested in getting an education while learning a desired trade. Then this is the school. In my opinion they have the best Educational Staff in the Tri-State area.Review Passaic County Technical Institute. Reviews should be a few sentences in length. Please include any comments on:
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PCTI is an excellent high school for both students who know a particular trade or career they are interested in and for those who are still exploring. This high school now features over 16 academies/schools (nicknamed shops) such as the Academy of Finance, Academy of Medical Arts, School of Cosmetology, School of Business, Automotive Technology, and School of Performing Arts. PCTI prides itself with its availability of an wide variety of sports and other extra-curricular activities. The most notable organizations include Navy Junior Reserve Officer Training Corps, Future Business Leaders of America, Health Occupation Students of America, and Skills USA. At PCTI there are many great resources for any student.
If you child is really interested in getting an education while learning a desired trade. Then this is the school. In my opinion they have the best Educational Staff in the Tri-State area.
Review Passaic County Technical Institute. Reviews should be a few sentences in length. Please include any comments on:
- Quality of academic programs, teachers, and facilities
- Availability of music, art, sports and other extracurricular activities
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