Serving 719 students in grades 7-8, Rahway 7th & 8th Grade Academy ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in New Jersey for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 6% (which is lower than the New Jersey state average of 26%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 39% (which is lower than the New Jersey state average of 47%).
The student:teacher ratio of 12:1 is higher than the New Jersey state level of 11:1.
Minority enrollment is 85% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the New Jersey state average of 60% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: 7-8
- Enrollment: 719 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 12:1
- Minority Enrollment: 85%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in NJ
- Math Proficiency: 6% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 39% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NJ Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Rahway 7th & 8th Grade Academy ranks among the top 20% of public schools in New Jersey for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
School Overview
Rahway 7th & 8th Grade Academy's student population of 719 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 61 teachers has grown by 5% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 7-8
Total Students
719 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
61 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Rahway 7th & 8th Grade Academy ranks within the bottom 50% of all 2,183 schools in New Jersey (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Rahway 7th & 8th Grade Academy is 0.67, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.71. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#1741 out of 2183 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
6%
26%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
39%
47%
Student : Teacher Ratio
12:1
11:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
3%
10%
Hispanic
43%
32%
Black
35%
15%
White
15%
40%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
4%
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
27%
30%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
4%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: 2021-2022 (latest school year available) National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NJ Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Rahway 7th & 8th Grade Academy's ranking?
Rahway 7th & 8th Grade Academy is ranked #1741 out of 2,183 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in New Jersey.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
6% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 26% NJ state average), while 39% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% NJ state average).
How many students attend Rahway 7th & 8th Grade Academy?
719 students attend Rahway 7th & 8th Grade Academy.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
43% of Rahway 7th & 8th Grade Academy students are Hispanic, 35% of students are Black, 15% of students are White, 4% of students are Two or more races, and 3% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Rahway 7th & 8th Grade Academy?
Rahway 7th & 8th Grade Academy has a student ration of 12:1, which is higher than the New Jersey state average of 11:1.
What grades does Rahway 7th & 8th Grade Academy offer ?
Rahway 7th & 8th Grade Academy offers enrollment in grades 7-8
What school district is Rahway 7th & 8th Grade Academy part of?
Rahway 7th & 8th Grade Academy is part of Rahway Public School District.
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