For the 2026-27 school year, there are 3 public high schools serving 870 students in 07112, NJ.
The top-ranked public high schools in 07112, NJ are Eagle Academy For Young Men Of Newark and Weequahic High School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public high schools in zipcode 07112 have an average math proficiency score of 6% (versus the New Jersey public high school average of 29%), and reading proficiency score of 8% (versus the 47% statewide average). High schools in 07112, NJ have an average ranking of 1/10, which is in the bottom 50% of New Jersey public high schools.
Public high school in zipcode 07112 have a Graduation Rate of 68%, which is less than the New Jersey average of 91%.
The school with highest graduation rate is Eagle Academy For Young Men Of Newark, with 60-79% 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 Black), which is more than the New Jersey public high school average of 65% (majority Hispanic).
Best 07112, NJ Public High Schools (2026-27)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Eagle Academy For Young Men Of Newark
(Math: ≤10% | Reading: 6-9%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
279 Chancellor Avenue
Newark, NJ 07112
(973) 733-1234
Newark, NJ 07112
(973) 733-1234
Gr: 9-12 | 155 students Student-teacher ratio: 11:1 Minority enrollment: 99%
Rank: #22.
Weequahic High School
(Math: ≤5% | Reading: 6-9%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
279 Chancellor Ave
Newark, NJ 07112
(973) 705-3923
Newark, NJ 07112
(973) 705-3923
Gr: 9-12 | 592 students Student-teacher ratio: 16:1 Minority enrollment: 99%
Rank: n/an/a
Nj Regional Day School - Newark
Special Education School
334 Lyons Ave
Newark, NJ 07112
(973) 705-3820
Newark, NJ 07112
(973) 705-3820
Gr: K-12 | 123 students Student-teacher ratio: 8:1 Minority enrollment: 99%
07112, New Jersey Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Quick Facts
255 Chancellor Ave
Newark, NJ 07112
(973) 705-3860
Newark, NJ 07112
(973) 705-3860
Gr: K-2 | 141 students Minority enrollment: 99%
279 Chancellor Avenue
Newark, NJ 07112
(973) 508-4334
Newark, NJ 07112
(973) 508-4334
Gr: 6-12 | 116 students Student-teacher ratio: 12:1
33 Maple Ave
Newark, NJ 07112
(973) 705-3850
Newark, NJ 07112
(973) 705-3850
Gr: K-8 | 365 students Student-teacher ratio: 10:1 Minority enrollment: 99%
433 Peshine Ave
Newark, NJ 07112
(973) 705-3890
Newark, NJ 07112
(973) 705-3890
Gr: PK-8 | 460 students Student-teacher ratio: 12:1
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public high schools in 07112, NJ?
The top-ranked public high schools in 07112, NJ include Eagle Academy For Young Men Of Newark and Weequahic High School.
How many public high schools are located in 07112?
3 public high schools are located in 07112.
What is the racial composition of students in 07112?
07112 public high schools minority enrollment is 99% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the New Jersey public high schools average of 65% (majority Hispanic).
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