Serving 275 students in grades 9-12, Newark School Of Fashion & Design 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 38%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 30-34% (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 99% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the New Jersey state average of 63% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 275 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 99%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in NJ
- Math Proficiency: ≤5% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 30-34% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NJ Dept. of Education
School Overview
Newark School Of Fashion & Design's student population of 275 students has grown by 183% over five school years.
The teacher population of 19 teachers has grown by 216% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
Total Students
275 students
Total Classroom Teachers
19 teachers
School Rankings
Newark School Of Fashion & Design ranks within the bottom 50% of all 2,184 schools in New Jersey (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Newark School Of Fashion & Design is 0.49, 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.
Overall Testing Rank
#1954 out of 2184 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
≤5%
38%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
30-34%
49%
Student-Teacher Ratio
14:1
11:1
American Indian
1%
n/a
Asian
n/a
11%
Hispanic
64%
35%
Black
32%
14%
White
1%
37%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
2%
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)3.6%
16.7%
Eligible for Free Lunch
79%
38%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
9%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NJ Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Newark School Of Fashion & Design's ranking?
Newark School Of Fashion & Design is ranked #1954 out of 2,184 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in New Jersey.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
≤5% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 38% NJ state average), while 30-34% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 49% NJ state average).
How many students attend Newark School Of Fashion & Design?
275 students attend Newark School Of Fashion & Design.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
64% of Newark School Of Fashion & Design students are Hispanic, 32% of students are Black, 2% of students are Two or more races, 1% of students are American Indian, and 1% of students are White.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Newark School Of Fashion & Design?
Newark School Of Fashion & Design has a student ration of 14:1, which is higher than the New Jersey state average of 11:1.
What grades does Newark School Of Fashion & Design offer ?
Newark School Of Fashion & Design offers enrollment in grades 9-12
What school district is Newark School Of Fashion & Design part of?
Newark School Of Fashion & Design is part of Newark Public School District.
In what neighborhood is Newark School Of Fashion & Design located?
Newark School Of Fashion & Design is located in the Forest Hill neighborhood of Newark, NJ. There are 5 other public schools located in Forest Hill.
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