Essex County Youth House High School serves 72 students in grades 8-12.
Minority enrollment was 99% of the student body (majority Black), which was higher than the New Jersey state average of 60% (majority Hispanic and Black).
School Overview
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 8-12
Total Students
72 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers (11-12)
9 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Student : Teacher Ratio
n/a
11:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
n/a
10%
Hispanic
31%
32%
Black
68%
15%
White
1%
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: 2013-2014 (latest school year available) National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NJ Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
How many students attend Essex County Youth House High School?
72 students attend Essex County Youth House High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
68% of Essex County Youth House High School students are Black, 31% of students are Hispanic, and 1% of students are White.
What grades does Essex County Youth House High School offer ?
Essex County Youth House High School offers enrollment in grades 8-12
What school district is Essex County Youth House High School part of?
Essex County Youth House High School is part of Office Of Education Juvenile Justice Commission School District.
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