Emerson High School serves 1,377 students in grades 9-12.
The student-teacher ratio of 14:1 was higher than the New Jersey state level of 11:1.
Minority enrollment was 98% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which was higher than the New Jersey state average of 63% (majority Hispanic).
School Overview
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
Total Students
1,377 students
Total Classroom Teachers
96 teachers
School Rankings
Student-Teacher Ratio
14:1
11:1
Asian
2%
11%
Hispanic
95%
35%
Black
1%
14%
White
2%
37%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
85%
38%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
9%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NJ Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
How many students attend Emerson High School?
1,377 students attend Emerson High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
95% of Emerson High School students are Hispanic, 2% of students are Asian, 2% of students are White, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Emerson High School?
Emerson High School has a student ration of 14:1, which is higher than the New Jersey state average of 11:1.
What grades does Emerson High School offer ?
Emerson High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12
What school district is Emerson High School part of?
Emerson High School is part of Union City School District.
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