Serving 34 students in grades 9-12, Academy For Biotechnology ranks in the top 5% of all schools in New Jersey for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 10%, and reading proficiency is top 5%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is ≥80% (which is higher than the New Jersey state average of 44%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is ≥90% (which is higher than the New Jersey state average of 57%).
Minority enrollment is 47% of the student body (majority Asian), which is lower than the New Jersey state average of 60% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Quick Stats (2024)
- School Type: Vocational school
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 34 students
- Minority Enrollment: 47%
- Graduation Rate: ≥50% (Btm 50% in NJ)
- Math Proficiency: ≥80%
- Reading Proficiency: ≥90%
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NJ Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Academy For Biotechnology ranks among the top 20% of public schools in New Jersey for:
Category
Attribute
Community Size
School Overview
Academy For Biotechnology's student population of 34 students has declined by 12% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
Total Students
34 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
n/a
Students by Grade
School Rankings
The diversity score of Academy For Biotechnology is 0.53, 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.
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
(18-19)≥80%
44%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
(18-19)≥90%
57%
Student : Teacher Ratio
n/a
11:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
44%
10%
Hispanic
n/a
32%
Black
n/a
15%
White
53%
40%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
3%
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
≥50%
88%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NJ Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What schools are Academy For Biotechnology often compared to?
Academy For Biotechnologyis often viewed alongside schools like Academy For Mathematics Science And Engineering, Morris County School Of Technology by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
≥80% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 44% NJ state average), while ≥90% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 57% NJ state average).
What is the graduation rate of Academy For Biotechnology?
The graduation rate of Academy For Biotechnology is 50%, which is lower than the New Jersey state average of 88%.
How many students attend Academy For Biotechnology?
34 students attend Academy For Biotechnology.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
53% of Academy For Biotechnology students are White, 44% of students are Asian, and 3% of students are Two or more races.
What grades does Academy For Biotechnology offer ?
Academy For Biotechnology offers enrollment in grades 9-12
What school district is Academy For Biotechnology part of?
Academy For Biotechnology is part of Morris County Vocational School District.
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