Essex Junior Academy serves 15 students in grades Kindergarten-8.
The student-teacher ratio of 3:1 is lower than the New Jersey state level of 11:1.
Quick Facts (26-27)
- School Type: Special education school
- Grades: Kindergarten-8
- Enrollment: 15 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 3:1
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NJ Dept. of Education
School Overview
Essex Junior Academy's student population of 15 students has declined by 34% over five school years.
The teacher population of 5 teachers has grown by 66% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-8
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
15 students
Showing 2016–2025. View full 18-year historical data
Total Classroom Teachers
5 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. View full 18-year historical data
Year Founded
1979
School Calendar
School Rankings
The diversity score of Essex Junior Academy is 0.45, 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.
Student-Teacher Ratio
3:1
11:1
Showing 2016–2025. View full 18-year historical data
Hispanic
33%
35%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 18-year historical data
Black
67%
14%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 18-year historical data
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. View full 18-year historical data
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
47%
38%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 18-year historical data
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (19-20)
4%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Sports
Colors
Black and Khaki
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NJ Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What schools are Essex Junior Academy often compared to?
Essex Junior Academyis often viewed alongside schools like Autistic Continuum by visitors of our site.
How many students attend Essex Junior Academy?
15 students attend Essex Junior Academy.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
67% of Essex Junior Academy students are Black, and 33% of students are Hispanic.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Essex Junior Academy?
Essex Junior Academy has a student ration of 3:1, which is lower than the New Jersey state average of 11:1.
What grades does Essex Junior Academy offer ?
Essex Junior Academy offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-8 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Essex Junior Academy part of?
Essex Junior Academy is part of Essex Regional Educational Services Commission School District.
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