Serving 170 students in grades 6-12, Eagle 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 ≤5% (which is lower than the New Jersey state average of 26%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 30-34% (which is lower than the New Jersey state average of 47%).
The student:teacher ratio of 10:1 is lower than the New Jersey state level of 11:1.
Minority enrollment is 98% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the New Jersey state average of 60% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: 6-12
- Enrollment: 170 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 10:1
- Minority Enrollment: 98%
- Graduation Rate: 70-79% (Btm 50% in NJ)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: ≤5% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 30-34% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NJ Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Eagle For Young Men Of Newark ranks among the top 20% of public schools in New Jersey for:
Category
Attribute
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
Community Size
School Overview
Eagle For Young Men Of Newark's student population of 170 students has declined by 28% over five school years.
The teacher population of 17 teachers has declined by 32% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-12
Total Students
170 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
17 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Eagle For Young Men Of Newark 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 Eagle For Young Men Of Newark is 0.22, 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
#1876 out of 2183 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
≤5%
26%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
30-34%
47%
Student : Teacher Ratio
10:1
11:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
1%
10%
Hispanic
7%
32%
Black
88%
15%
White
2%
40%
Hawaiian
2%
n/a
Two or more races
n/a
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
70-79%
88%
Eligible for Free Lunch
67%
30%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
8%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NJ Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Eagle For Young Men Of Newark's ranking?
Eagle For Young Men Of Newark is ranked #1876 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?
≤5% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 26% NJ state average), while 30-34% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% NJ state average).
What is the graduation rate of Eagle For Young Men Of Newark?
The graduation rate of Eagle For Young Men Of Newark is 70-79%, which is lower than the New Jersey state average of 88%.
How many students attend Eagle For Young Men Of Newark?
170 students attend Eagle For Young Men Of Newark.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
88% of Eagle For Young Men Of Newark students are Black, 7% of students are Hispanic, 2% of students are White, 2% of students are Hawaiian, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Eagle For Young Men Of Newark?
Eagle For Young Men Of Newark has a student ration of 10:1, which is lower than the New Jersey state average of 11:1.
What grades does Eagle For Young Men Of Newark offer ?
Eagle For Young Men Of Newark offers enrollment in grades 6-12
What school district is Eagle For Young Men Of Newark part of?
Eagle For Young Men Of Newark is part of Newark Public School District.
In what neighborhood is Eagle For Young Men Of Newark located?
Eagle 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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