East Side High School is a four-year public high school in Newark in Essex County, in the U.S. state of New Jersey, operating as part of the Newark Public Schools. The school serves the city's Ironbound neighborhood.
Serving 2,046 students in grades 9-12, East Side 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 5% (which is lower than the New Jersey state average of 38%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 16% (which is lower than the New Jersey state average of 49%).
The student-teacher ratio of 15:1 is higher than the New Jersey state level of 11:1.
Minority enrollment is 84% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the New Jersey state average of 63% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 2,046 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Minority Enrollment: 84%
- Graduation Rate: 94% (Top 50% in NJ)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: 5% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 16% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 4% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: East Side High School's attendance zone encompasses the entire school district in Newark, NJ, covering approximately 25.9 square miles, with an average distance of 3.4 miles to the zone's edge and a maximum distance of 4.9 miles. Parents can typically expect a drive of 10-12 minutes to the school from various points within the zone.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NJ Dept. of Education
School Overview
East Side High School's student population of 2,046 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 135 teachers has declined by 9% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
2,046 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
135 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Year Founded
1911
School Calendar
School Rankings
East Side 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 East Side High School is 0.35, 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
#2126 out of 2184 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
5%
38%
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
16%
49%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
4%
23%
Student-Teacher Ratio
15:1
11:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
79%
35%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Black
5%
14%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
White
16%
37%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Graduation Rate
94%
90.5%
Showing 2014–2023. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)18.7%
16.7%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
66%
38%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 36-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
11%
5%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 26-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Sports
Colors
Red, White
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NJ Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is East Side High School's ranking?
East Side High School is ranked #2126 out of 2,184 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in New Jersey.
What schools are East Side High School often compared to?
East Side High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Barringer High School, Science Park High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
5% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 38% NJ state average), while 16% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 49% NJ state average).
What is the graduation rate of East Side High School?
The graduation rate of East Side High School is 94%, which is higher than the New Jersey state average of 90.5%.
How many students attend East Side High School?
2,046 students attend East Side High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
79% of East Side High School students are Hispanic, 16% of students are White, and 5% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of East Side High School?
East Side High School has a student ration of 15:1, which is higher than the New Jersey state average of 11:1.
What grades does East Side High School offer ?
East Side High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is East Side High School part of?
East Side High School is part of Newark Public School District.
In what neighborhood is East Side High School located?
East Side High School is located in the North Ironbound neighborhood of Newark, NJ. There are 6 other public schools located in North Ironbound.
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