For the 2025 school year, there are 3 public high schools serving 1,148 students in 07107, NJ.
The top ranked public high school in 07107, NJ is Essex County Donald M. Payne Sr. School Of Technology. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public high schools in zipcode 07107 have an average math proficiency score of 37% (versus the New Jersey public high school average of 28%), and reading proficiency score of 64% (versus the 47% statewide average). High schools in 07107, NJ have an average ranking of 8/10, which is in the top 30% of New Jersey public high schools.
Public high school in zipcode 07107 have a Graduation Rate of 93%, which is more than the New Jersey average of 85%.
The school with highest graduation rate is Essex County Donald M. Payne Sr. School Of Technology, with 93% graduation rate. Read more about public school graduation rate statistics in New Jersey or national school graduation rate statistics.
Minority enrollment is 99% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the New Jersey public high school average of 63% (majority Hispanic).
Best 07107, NJ Public High Schools (2025)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
Essex County Donald M. Payne Sr. School Of Technology
Vocational School
(Math: 37% | Reading: 64%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
498-544 West Market St
Newark, NJ 07107
(973) 412-2203
Newark, NJ 07107
(973) 412-2203
Grades: 9-12
| 1,148 students
Rank: n/an/a
Essex Rch
Alternative School
461 463 Central Avenue
Newark, NJ 07107
(973) 648-7078
Newark, NJ 07107
(973) 648-7078
Grades: 9-12
| n/a students
Rank: n/an/a
Essex Regional School
Alternative School
395-97 No 5th Street
Newark, NJ 07107
(973) 648-4333
Newark, NJ 07107
(973) 648-4333
Grades: PK-12
| n/a students
07107, New Jersey Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Grades
Students
108 South 9th St
Newark, NJ 07107
(973) 733-7368
Newark, NJ 07107
(973) 733-7368
Grades: K-8
| 375 students
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public high schools in 07107, NJ?
The top ranked public high schools in 07107, NJ include Essex County Donald M. Payne Sr. School Of Technology.
How many public high schools are located in 07107?
3 public high schools are located in 07107.
What is the racial composition of students in 07107?
07107 public high schools minority enrollment is 99% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the New Jersey public high schools average of 63% (majority Hispanic).
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