Serving 1,040 students in grades 9-12, Passaic County Technical Institute Stem Academy ranks in the top 5% of all schools in New Jersey for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 5%, and reading proficiency is top 5%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 79% (which is higher than the New Jersey state average of 38%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 92% (which is higher than the New Jersey state average of 49%).
The student-teacher ratio of 13:1 is higher than the New Jersey state level of 11:1.
Minority enrollment is 72% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the New Jersey state average of 63% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- School Type: Vocational school
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 1,040 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 13:1
- Minority Enrollment: 72%
- Graduation Rate: ≥99% (Top 1% in NJ)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 5%
- Math Proficiency: 79% (Top 5%)
- Reading Proficiency: 92% (Top 1%)
- Science Proficiency: 78% (Top 1%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NJ Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Passaic County Technical Institute Stem Academy ranks among the top 20% of public schools in New Jersey for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Science Proficiency
Graduation Rate
School Overview
Passaic County Technical Institute Stem Academy's student population of 1,040 students has grown by 31% over five school years.
The teacher population of 83 teachers has grown by 31% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
1,040 students
Total Classroom Teachers
83 teachers
School Rankings
Passaic County Technical Institute Stem Academy ranks within the top 5% of all 2,184 schools in New Jersey (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Passaic County Technical Institute Stem Academy is 0.70, 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
#43 out of 2184 schools
(Top 5%)
(Top 5%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
79%
38%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
92%
49%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
78%
23%
Student-Teacher Ratio
13:1
11:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
20%
11%
Hispanic
43%
35%
Black
7%
14%
White
28%
37%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
2%
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
≥99%
85%
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)8.1%
16.7%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
37%
38%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
6%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NJ Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Passaic County Technical Institute Stem Academy's ranking?
Passaic County Technical Institute Stem Academy is ranked #43 out of 2,184 schools, which ranks it among the top 5% of public schools in New Jersey.
What schools are Passaic County Technical Institute Stem Academy often compared to?
Passaic County Technical Institute Stem Academyis often viewed alongside schools like Passaic County Technical Institute, Wayne Valley High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
79% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 38% NJ state average), while 92% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 49% NJ state average).
What is the graduation rate of Passaic County Technical Institute Stem Academy?
The graduation rate of Passaic County Technical Institute Stem Academy is 99%, which is higher than the New Jersey state average of 85%.
How many students attend Passaic County Technical Institute Stem Academy?
1,040 students attend Passaic County Technical Institute Stem Academy.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
43% of Passaic County Technical Institute Stem Academy students are Hispanic, 28% of students are White, 20% of students are Asian, 7% of students are Black, and 2% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Passaic County Technical Institute Stem Academy?
Passaic County Technical Institute Stem Academy has a student ration of 13:1, which is higher than the New Jersey state average of 11:1.
What grades does Passaic County Technical Institute Stem Academy offer ?
Passaic County Technical Institute Stem Academy offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Passaic County Technical Institute Stem Academy part of?
Passaic County Technical Institute Stem Academy is part of Passaic County Technical-Vocational School District.
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