Serving 814 students in grades 6-12, Passaic For Science And Engineering ranks in the top 50% of all schools in New Jersey for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 30% (which is higher than the New Jersey state average of 26%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 56% (which is higher than the New Jersey state average of 47%).
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 60% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: 6-12
- Enrollment: 814 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 99%
- Graduation Rate: ≥95% (Top 20% in NJ)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50%
- Math Proficiency: 30% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 56% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NJ Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Passaic For Science And Engineering ranks among the top 20% of public schools in New Jersey for:
Category
Attribute
Graduation Rate
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
School Overview
Passaic For Science And Engineering's student population of 814 students has grown by 15% over five school years.
The teacher population of 59 teachers has grown by 73% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-12
Total Students
814 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
59 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Passaic For Science And Engineering ranks within the top 50% of all 2,183 schools in New Jersey (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Passaic For Science And Engineering is 0.15, 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
#771 out of 2183 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
30%
26%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
56%
47%
Student : Teacher Ratio
14:1
11:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
6%
10%
Hispanic
92%
32%
Black
1%
15%
White
1%
40%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
n/a
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
≥95%
88%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
100%
30%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (19-20)
8%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: 2021-2022 (latest school year available) National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NJ Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Passaic For Science And Engineering's ranking?
Passaic For Science And Engineering is ranked #771 out of 2,183 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in New Jersey.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
30% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 26% NJ state average), while 56% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% NJ state average).
What is the graduation rate of Passaic For Science And Engineering?
The graduation rate of Passaic For Science And Engineering is 95%, which is higher than the New Jersey state average of 88%.
How many students attend Passaic For Science And Engineering?
814 students attend Passaic For Science And Engineering.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
92% of Passaic For Science And Engineering students are Hispanic, 6% of students are Asian, 1% of students are Black, and 1% of students are White.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Passaic For Science And Engineering?
Passaic For Science And Engineering has a student ration of 14:1, which is higher than the New Jersey state average of 11:1.
What grades does Passaic For Science And Engineering offer ?
Passaic For Science And Engineering offers enrollment in grades 6-12
What school district is Passaic For Science And Engineering part of?
Passaic For Science And Engineering is part of Passaic City School District.
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