Serving 684 students in grades 9-12, Jose Marti Stem Academy ranks in the top 10% of all schools in New Jersey for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 20%, and reading proficiency is top 20%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 60-64% (which is higher than the New Jersey state average of 36%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 90-94% (which is higher than the New Jersey state average of 49%).
The student:teacher ratio of 12:1 is higher than the New Jersey state level of 11:1.
Minority enrollment is 97% 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: 684 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 12:1
- Minority Enrollment: 97%
- Graduation Rate: ≥95% (Top 10% in NJ)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 10%
- Math Proficiency: 60-64% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 90-94% (Top 1%)
- Science Proficiency: 32% (Top 30%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NJ Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Jose Marti Stem Academy ranks among the top 20% of public schools in New Jersey for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Graduation Rate
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
School Overview
Jose Marti Stem Academy's student population of 684 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 58 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
Total Students
684 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
58 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Jose Marti Stem Academy ranks within the top 10% of all 2,201 schools in New Jersey (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Jose Marti Stem Academy is 0.13, 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
#169 out of 2201 schools
(Top 10%)
(Top 10%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
60-64%
36%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
90-94%
49%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
32%
23%
Student : Teacher Ratio
12:1
11:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
4%
10%
Hispanic
93%
32%
Black
n/a
15%
White
3%
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
63%
30%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
17%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NJ Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Jose Marti Stem Academy's ranking?
Jose Marti Stem Academy is ranked #169 out of 2,201 schools, which ranks it among the top 10% of public schools in New Jersey.
What schools are Jose Marti Stem Academy often compared to?
Jose Marti Stem Academyis often viewed alongside schools like Emerson Middle School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
60-64% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 36% NJ state average), while 90-94% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 49% NJ state average).
What is the graduation rate of Jose Marti Stem Academy?
The graduation rate of Jose Marti Stem Academy is 95%, which is higher than the New Jersey state average of 85%.
How many students attend Jose Marti Stem Academy?
684 students attend Jose Marti Stem Academy.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
93% of Jose Marti Stem Academy students are Hispanic, 4% of students are Asian, and 3% of students are White.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Jose Marti Stem Academy?
Jose Marti Stem Academy has a student ration of 12:1, which is higher than the New Jersey state average of 11:1.
What grades does Jose Marti Stem Academy offer ?
Jose Marti Stem Academy offers enrollment in grades 9-12
What school district is Jose Marti Stem Academy part of?
Jose Marti Stem Academy is part of Union City School District.
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