Academy of the Arts at Henry Snyder High School is a four-year performing arts public high school serving students in ninth through twelfth grades, located in the Greenville section of Jersey City, in the U.S. state of New Jersey, operating as part of the Jersey City Public Schools.
Serving 729 students in grades 9-12, Henry Snyder High School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in New Jersey for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 3% (which is lower than the New Jersey state average of 38%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 15% (which is lower than the New Jersey state average of 49%).
The student-teacher ratio of 9:1 is lower than the New Jersey state level of 11:1.
Minority enrollment is 97% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the New Jersey state average of 63% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 729 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 9:1
- Minority Enrollment: 97%
- Graduation Rate: 59% (Btm 50% in NJ)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: 3% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 15% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 24% (Top 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Henry Snyder High School serves the southwest part of Jersey City, NJ, covering an area of approximately 5.7 square miles. Families within this zone can typically expect a short drive of 5 to 10 minutes to the school, with an average distance of 1.3 miles from the school to the zone's edge and a maximum distance of 3.1 miles.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NJ Dept. of Education
School Overview
Henry Snyder High School's student population of 729 students has declined by 6% over five school years.
The teacher population of 84 teachers has grown by 37% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
729 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
84 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
School Calendar
School Motto
Educating for Greatness
School Rankings
Henry Snyder High School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 2,184 schools in New Jersey (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Henry Snyder High School is 0.54, 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.
Overall Testing Rank
#2148 out of 2184 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
3%
38%
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
15%
49%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
24%
23%
Student-Teacher Ratio
9:1
11:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Asian
3%
11%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
31%
35%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Black
61%
14%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
White
3%
37%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Hawaiian
1%
n/a
Two or more races
1%
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Graduation Rate
59%
90.5%
Showing 2014–2023. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)39.1%
16.7%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
74%
38%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 36-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
4%
5%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 26-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Sports
Colors
Navy Blue and Gold
School Mascot
Jaguars
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NJ Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Henry Snyder High School's ranking?
Henry Snyder High School is ranked #2148 out of 2,184 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in New Jersey.
What schools are Henry Snyder High School often compared to?
Henry Snyder High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Lincoln High School, James J Ferris High School, William L Dickinson High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
3% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 38% NJ state average), while 15% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 49% NJ state average).
What is the graduation rate of Henry Snyder High School?
The graduation rate of Henry Snyder High School is 59%, which is lower than the New Jersey state average of 90.5%.
How many students attend Henry Snyder High School?
729 students attend Henry Snyder High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
61% of Henry Snyder High School students are Black, 31% of students are Hispanic, 3% of students are Asian, 3% of students are White, 1% of students are Hawaiian, and 1% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Henry Snyder High School?
Henry Snyder High School has a student ration of 9:1, which is lower than the New Jersey state average of 11:1.
What grades does Henry Snyder High School offer ?
Henry Snyder High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Henry Snyder High School part of?
Henry Snyder High School is part of Jersey City School District.
In what neighborhood is Henry Snyder High School located?
Henry Snyder High School is located in the Greenville neighborhood of Jersey City, NJ. There are 10 other public schools located in Greenville.
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