Serving 2,642 students in grades 9-12, Passaic High School No. 12 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 2% (which is lower than the New Jersey state average of 26%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 26% (which is lower than the New Jersey state average of 47%).
The student:teacher ratio of 16:1 is higher than the New Jersey state level of 11:1.
Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 2,642 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 16:1
- Graduation Rate: 53% (Btm 50% in NJ)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: 2% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 26% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NJ Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Passaic High School No. 12 ranks among the top 20% of public schools in New Jersey for:
Category
Attribute
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
School Overview
Passaic High School No. 12's student population of 2,642 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 162 teachers has grown by 14% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
Total Students
2,642 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
162 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Passaic High School No. 12 ranks within the bottom 50% of all 2,183 schools in New Jersey (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Passaic High School No. 12 is 0.10, 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
#2058 out of 2183 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
2%
26%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
26%
47%
Student : Teacher Ratio
16:1
11:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
1%
10%
Hispanic
95%
32%
Black
4%
15%
White
n/a
40%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
n/a
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
53%
88%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
97%
30%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (19-20)
4%
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 High School No. 12's ranking?
Passaic High School No. 12 is ranked #2058 out of 2,183 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in New Jersey.
What schools are Passaic High School No. 12 often compared to?
Passaic High School No. 12is often viewed alongside schools like Clifton High School, Passaic County Technical Institute by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
2% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 26% NJ state average), while 26% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% NJ state average).
What is the graduation rate of Passaic High School No. 12?
The graduation rate of Passaic High School No. 12 is 53%, which is lower than the New Jersey state average of 88%.
How many students attend Passaic High School No. 12?
2,642 students attend Passaic High School No. 12.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
95% of Passaic High School No. 12 students are Hispanic, 4% of students are Black, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Passaic High School No. 12?
Passaic High School No. 12 has a student ration of 16:1, which is higher than the New Jersey state average of 11:1.
What grades does Passaic High School No. 12 offer ?
Passaic High School No. 12 offers enrollment in grades 9-12
What school district is Passaic High School No. 12 part of?
Passaic High School No. 12 is part of Passaic City School District.
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