Serving 8 students in grades 9-12, Essex High School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in New Jersey for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is <50% (which is higher than the New Jersey state average of 44%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is <50% (which is lower than the New Jersey state average of 57%).
The student:teacher ratio of 2:1 is lower than the New Jersey state level of 11:1.
Quick Stats (2025)
- School Type: Alternative school
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 8 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 2:1
- Graduation Rate: ≤20%
- Math Proficiency: <50%
- Reading Proficiency: <50%
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NJ Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Essex High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in New Jersey for:
Category
Attribute
Community Size
Student Attention
School Overview
Essex High School's student population of 8 students has declined by 68% over five school years.
The teacher population of 5 teachers has declined by 16% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
8 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
5 teachers
School Rankings
The diversity score of Essex High School is 0.23, 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.
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
(18-19)<50%
44%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
(18-19)<50%
57%
Student : Teacher Ratio
2:1
11:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
n/a
10%
Hispanic
13%
34%
Black
87%
15%
White
n/a
38%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
n/a
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
(10-11)≤20%
86%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
100%
32%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (20-21)
3%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NJ Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What schools are Essex High School often compared to?
Essex High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Essex Campus Academy, Simon Youth Academy by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
<50% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 44% NJ state average), while <50% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 57% NJ state average).
What is the graduation rate of Essex High School?
The graduation rate of Essex High School is 20%, which is lower than the New Jersey state average of 86%.
How many students attend Essex High School?
8 students attend Essex High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
87% of Essex High School students are Black, and 13% of students are Hispanic.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Essex High School?
Essex High School has a student ration of 2:1, which is lower than the New Jersey state average of 11:1.
What grades does Essex High School offer ?
Essex High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Essex High School part of?
Essex High School is part of Essex Regional Educational Services Commission School District.
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