Serving 97 students in grades 9, 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 36%). 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 16:1 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 60% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: 9
- Enrollment: 97 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 16:1
- 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
Top Rankings
Newark School Of Fashion & Design ranks among the top 20% of public schools in New Jersey for:
Category
Attribute
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
Community Size
School Overview
Newark School Of Fashion & Design's student population of 97 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 6 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9
Total Students
97 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
6 teachers
School Rankings
Newark School Of Fashion & Design ranks within the bottom 50% of all 2,201 schools in New Jersey (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Newark School Of Fashion & Design is 0.50, 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
#1948 out of 2201 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
≤5%
36%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
30-34%
49%
Student : Teacher Ratio
16:1
11:1
American Indian
1%
n/a
Asian
n/a
10%
Hispanic
61%
32%
Black
37%
15%
White
1%
40%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
n/a
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
76%
30%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
13%
4%
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 #1948 out of 2,201 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 36% 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?
97 students attend Newark School Of Fashion & Design.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
61% of Newark School Of Fashion & Design students are Hispanic, 37% of students are Black, 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 16:1, 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
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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