Marie H. Katzenbach School for the Deaf, also known as the New Jersey School for the Deaf and Blind, initially the New Jersey State Institution for the Deaf, is a K-12 statewide school in West Trenton, Ewing Township, New Jersey. Its age range is pre-Kindergarten to age 21.
Marie H Katzenbach High School serves 35 students in grades 9-12.
Minority enrollment is 74% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the New Jersey state average of 62% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- School Type: Special education school
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 35 students
- Minority Enrollment: 74%
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NJ Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Marie H Katzenbach High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in New Jersey for:
Category
Attribute
Community Size
Student Attention
School Overview
Marie H Katzenbach High School's student population of 35 students has declined by 42% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
35 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers (22-23)
17 teachers
School Rankings
The diversity score of Marie H Katzenbach High School is 0.61, 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
n/a
11:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
n/a
10%
Hispanic
54%
34%
Black
20%
15%
White
26%
38%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
n/a
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
17%
32%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
6%
6%
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
How many students attend Marie H Katzenbach High School?
35 students attend Marie H Katzenbach High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
54% of Marie H Katzenbach High School students are Hispanic, 26% of students are White, and 20% of students are Black.
What grades does Marie H Katzenbach High School offer ?
Marie H Katzenbach High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Marie H Katzenbach High School part of?
Marie H Katzenbach High School is part of Marie H. Katzenbach School For The Deaf School District.
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