Eagle Academy for Young Men of Newark is an all-boys' public school in Newark in Essex County, in the U.S. state of New Jersey, operating as part of the Newark Public Schools. The Eagle Academy Foundation supports the educational programs of this school and other all-boys' schools in New York City.
Serving 155 students in grades 9-12, Eagle Academy For Young Men Of Newark 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 ≤10% (which is lower than the New Jersey state average of 38%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 6-9% (which is lower than the New Jersey state average of 49%).
The student-teacher ratio of 11:1 is equal to the New Jersey state level of 11:1.
Minority enrollment is 99% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the New Jersey state average of 63% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 155 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 11:1
- Minority Enrollment: 99%
- Graduation Rate: 60-79% (Btm 50% in NJ)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: ≤10% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 6-9% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: ≤10% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NJ Dept. of Education
School Overview
Eagle Academy For Young Men Of Newark's student population of 155 students has declined by 21% over five school years.
The teacher population of 14 teachers has declined by 30% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
155 students
Total Classroom Teachers
14 teachers
Year Founded
2012
School Calendar
School Motto
It is easier to build strong children than to repair broken men.
School Rankings
Eagle Academy For Young Men Of Newark 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 Eagle Academy For Young Men Of Newark is 0.39, 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
#2123 out of 2184 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
≤10%
38%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
6-9%
49%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
≤10%
23%
Student-Teacher Ratio
11:1
11:1
American Indian
1%
n/a
Asian
n/a
11%
Hispanic
20%
35%
Black
76%
14%
White
1%
37%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
2%
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
60-79%
85%
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)8.4%
16.7%
Eligible for Free Lunch
73%
38%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
10%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NJ Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Eagle Academy For Young Men Of Newark's ranking?
Eagle Academy For Young Men Of Newark is ranked #2123 out of 2,184 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?
≤10% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 38% NJ state average), while 6-9% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 49% NJ state average).
What is the graduation rate of Eagle Academy For Young Men Of Newark?
The graduation rate of Eagle Academy For Young Men Of Newark is 60-79%, which is lower than the New Jersey state average of 85%.
How many students attend Eagle Academy For Young Men Of Newark?
155 students attend Eagle Academy For Young Men Of Newark.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
76% of Eagle Academy For Young Men Of Newark students are Black, 20% of students are Hispanic, 2% of students are Two or more races, 1% of students are American Indian, and 1% of students are White.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Eagle Academy For Young Men Of Newark?
Eagle Academy For Young Men Of Newark has a student ration of 11:1, which is equal to the New Jersey state average of 11:1.
What grades does Eagle Academy For Young Men Of Newark offer ?
Eagle Academy For Young Men Of Newark offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Eagle Academy For Young Men Of Newark part of?
Eagle Academy For Young Men Of Newark is part of Newark Public School District.
In what neighborhood is Eagle Academy For Young Men Of Newark located?
Eagle Academy For Young Men Of Newark is located in the Weequahic neighborhood of Newark, NJ. There are 7 other public schools located in Weequahic.
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