Eastside High School serves 1,959 students in grades 9-12.
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 23% (which is lower than the New Jersey state average of 73%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 38% (which is lower than the New Jersey state average of 69%).
The student:teacher ratio of 15:1 is higher than the New Jersey state level of 11:1.
Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 1,959 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Math Proficiency: 23%
- Reading Proficiency: 38%
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NJ Dept. of Education
School Overview
Eastside High School's student population of 1,959 students has declined by 36% over five school years.
The teacher population of 135 teachers has declined by 58% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
Total Students
1,959 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
135 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
The diversity score of Eastside High School is 0.29, 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)
(09-10)23%
73%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
(09-10)38%
69%
Student : Teacher Ratio
15:1
11:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
n/a
10%
Hispanic
83%
32%
Black
17%
15%
White
n/a
40%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
n/a
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
53%
30%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (09-10)
4%
6%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NJ Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 04/26/2023
Frequently Asked Questions
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
23% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 73% NJ state average), while 38% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 69% NJ state average).
How many students attend Eastside High School?
1,959 students attend Eastside High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
83% of Eastside High School students are Hispanic, and 17% of students are Black.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Eastside High School?
Eastside High School has a student ration of 15:1, which is higher than the New Jersey state average of 11:1.
What grades does Eastside High School offer ?
Eastside High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12
What school district is Eastside High School part of?
Eastside High School is part of Paterson Public School District.
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