Serving 685 students in grades 9-12, International 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 ≤5% (which is lower than the New Jersey state average of 36%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 25-29% (which is lower than the New Jersey state average of 49%).
The student:teacher ratio of 14:1 is higher than the New Jersey state level of 11:1.
Minority enrollment is 96% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the New Jersey state average of 60% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 685 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 96%
- Graduation Rate: ≥95% (Top 10% in NJ)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: ≤5% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 25-29% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 6-9% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NJ Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
International High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in New Jersey for:
Category
Attribute
Graduation Rate
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
School Overview
International High School's student population of 685 students has grown by 41% over five school years.
The teacher population of 49 teachers has declined by 15% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
Total Students
685 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
49 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
International High School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 2,201 schools in New Jersey (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of International High School is 0.42, 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.
Overall Testing Rank
#2009 out of 2201 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
≤5%
36%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
25-29%
49%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
6-9%
23%
Student : Teacher Ratio
14:1
11:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
4%
10%
Hispanic
74%
32%
Black
18%
15%
White
4%
40%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
n/a
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
≥95%
85%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
62%
30%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (19-20)
4%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NJ Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is International High School's ranking?
International High School is ranked #2009 out of 2,201 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in New Jersey.
What schools are International High School often compared to?
International High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Passaic County Technical Institute by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
≤5% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 36% NJ state average), while 25-29% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 49% NJ state average).
What is the graduation rate of International High School?
The graduation rate of International High School is 95%, which is higher than the New Jersey state average of 85%.
How many students attend International High School?
685 students attend International High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
74% of International High School students are Hispanic, 18% of students are Black, 4% of students are Asian, and 4% of students are White.
What is the student:teacher ratio of International High School?
International High School has a student ration of 14:1, which is higher than the New Jersey state average of 11:1.
What grades does International High School offer ?
International High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12
What school district is International High School part of?
International High School is part of Paterson Public School District.
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