Essex Co Jdc serves 73 students in grades 7-12.
Minority enrollment is 97% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the New Jersey state average of 60% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Quick Stats (2024)
- School Type: Alternative school
- Grades: 7-12
- Enrollment: 73 students
- Minority Enrollment: 97%
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NJ Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Essex Co Jdc ranks among the top 20% of public schools in New Jersey for:
Category
Attribute
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
Community Size
School Overview
Essex Co Jdc's student population of 73 students has grown by 25% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 7-12
Total Students
73 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
n/a
Students by Grade
School Rankings
The diversity score of Essex Co Jdc is 0.43, 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.
Student : Teacher Ratio
n/a
11:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
n/a
10%
Hispanic
26%
32%
Black
71%
15%
White
3%
40%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
n/a
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
96%
30%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NJ Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
How many students attend Essex Co Jdc?
73 students attend Essex Co Jdc.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
71% of Essex Co Jdc students are Black, 26% of students are Hispanic, and 3% of students are White.
What grades does Essex Co Jdc offer ?
Essex Co Jdc offers enrollment in grades 7-12
What school district is Essex Co Jdc part of?
Essex Co Jdc is part of Essex Co Jdc School District.
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