Newark Arts High School is a four-year magnet public high school, serving students in Ninth through twelfth grades in Newark, in Essex County, in the U.S. state of New Jersey, operating as part of the Newark Public Schools. The school is located in the University Heights section of Newark.
Serving 611 students in grades 9-12, Arts High School 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 6-9% (which is lower than the New Jersey state average of 38%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 40-44% (which is lower 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 95% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the New Jersey state average of 63% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 611 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 12:1
- Minority Enrollment: 95%
- Graduation Rate: ≥95% (Top 20% in NJ)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: 6-9% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 40-44% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 10-14% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: ARTS HIGH SCHOOL's attendance zone covers the entire Newark, NJ school district, encompassing approximately 25.9 square miles. Most students live within a 5-10 minute drive, with the average distance to the zone's edge being about 2.8 miles and the furthest point reaching 4.7 miles from the school.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NJ Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Arts High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in New Jersey for:
Category
Attribute
Graduation Rate
School Overview
Arts High School's student population of 611 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 52 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
611 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
52 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Year Founded
1931
School Calendar
School Motto
Time to Shine!
School Rankings
Arts High School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 2,184 schools in New Jersey (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Arts High School is 0.57, 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
#1751 out of 2184 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
6-9%
38%
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-44%
49%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
10-14%
23%
Student-Teacher Ratio
12:1
11:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
48%
35%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Black
45%
14%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
White
5%
37%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 37-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
2%
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Graduation Rate
≥95%
90.5%
Showing 2014–2023. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)2.3%
16.7%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
62%
38%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 36-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
6%
5%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 26-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Sports
Colors
White, Green, Grey
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NJ Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Arts High School's ranking?
Arts High School is ranked #1751 out of 2,184 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in New Jersey.
What schools are Arts High School often compared to?
Arts High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Science Park High School, Technology High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
6-9% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 38% NJ state average), while 40-44% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 49% NJ state average).
What is the graduation rate of Arts High School?
The graduation rate of Arts High School is 95%, which is higher than the New Jersey state average of 90.5%.
How many students attend Arts High School?
611 students attend Arts High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
48% of Arts High School students are Hispanic, 45% of students are Black, 5% of students are White, and 2% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Arts High School?
Arts High School has a student ration of 12:1, which is higher than the New Jersey state average of 11:1.
What grades does Arts High School offer ?
Arts High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Arts High School part of?
Arts High School is part of Newark Public School District.
In what neighborhood is Arts High School located?
Arts High School is located in the Springfield And Belmont neighborhood of Newark, NJ. There are 10 other public schools located in Springfield And Belmont.
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