Newark Vocational High School is a four-year comprehensive community public high school in Newark, in Essex County, in the U.S. state of New Jersey, serving students in ninth through tenth grades, and operating as part of the Newark Public Schools.
Serving 591 students in grades 9-12, Newark Vocational High School 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 10-14% (which is lower than the New Jersey state average of 49%).
The student-teacher ratio of 10:1 is lower than the New Jersey state level of 11:1.
Minority enrollment is 98% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the New Jersey state average of 63% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 591 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 10:1
- Minority Enrollment: 98%
- Graduation Rate: 90-94% (Top 50% in NJ)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: ≤5% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 10-14% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: ≤5% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Newark Vocational High School's attendance zone encompasses the entire school district in Newark, NJ, covering an area of approximately 25.9 square miles. The typical drive to the school is between 5 to 10 minutes, with an average distance of 2.7 miles to the edge of the zone, extending up to 4.9 miles at its furthest point.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NJ Dept. of Education
School Overview
Newark Vocational High School's student population of 591 students has grown by 52% over five school years.
The teacher population of 59 teachers has grown by 68% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
591 students
Showing 2012–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
59 teachers
Showing 2012–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
School Calendar
School Rankings
Newark Vocational High School 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 Vocational High School is 0.55, 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
#2145 out of 2184 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Showing 2011–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
≤5%
38%
Showing 2011–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
10-14%
49%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
≤5%
23%
Student-Teacher Ratio
10:1
11:1
Showing 2012–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
American Indian
1%
n/a
Asian
1%
11%
Hispanic
52%
35%
Showing 2012–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Black
43%
14%
Showing 2012–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
White
2%
37%
Showing 2000–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
1%
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2012–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Graduation Rate
90-94%
90.5%
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)21.5%
16.7%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
78%
38%
Showing 2012–2025. Full 36-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
9%
5%
Showing 2012–2025. Full 25-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Sports
Colors
Purple, Gold
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NJ Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Newark Vocational High School's ranking?
Newark Vocational High School is ranked #2145 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 10-14% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 49% NJ state average).
What is the graduation rate of Newark Vocational High School?
The graduation rate of Newark Vocational High School is 90-94%, which is lower than the New Jersey state average of 90.5%.
How many students attend Newark Vocational High School?
591 students attend Newark Vocational High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
52% of Newark Vocational High School students are Hispanic, 43% of students are Black, 2% of students are White, 1% of students are American Indian, 1% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Newark Vocational High School?
Newark Vocational High School has a student ration of 10:1, which is lower than the New Jersey state average of 11:1.
What grades does Newark Vocational High School offer ?
Newark Vocational High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Newark Vocational High School part of?
Newark Vocational High School is part of Newark Public School District.
In what neighborhood is Newark Vocational High School located?
Newark Vocational High School is located in the Springfield And Belmont neighborhood of Newark, NJ. There are 10 other public schools located in Springfield And Belmont.
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