Serving 710 students in grades 6-12, Passaic Preparatory Academy 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 13% (which is lower than the New Jersey state average of 38%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 61% (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.
Quick Facts (2026-27)
- Grades: 6-12
- Enrollment: 710 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 13:1
- Graduation Rate: 90-94% (Top 50% in NJ)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: 13% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 61% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 6% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NJ Dept. of Education
School Overview
Passaic Preparatory Academy's student population of 710 students has declined by 13% over five school years.
The teacher population of 53 teachers has declined by 14% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-12
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
710 students
Total Classroom Teachers
53 teachers
School Rankings
Passaic Preparatory Academy 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 Passaic Preparatory Academy is 0.08, 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
#1329 out of 2184 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
13%
38%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
61%
49%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
6%
23%
Student-Teacher Ratio
13:1
11:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
1%
11%
Hispanic
96%
35%
Black
3%
14%
White
n/a
37%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
n/a
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
90-94%
85%
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)22.8%
16.7%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
100%
38%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (19-20)
8%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NJ Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Passaic Preparatory Academy's ranking?
Passaic Preparatory Academy is ranked #1329 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?
13% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 38% NJ state average), while 61% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 49% NJ state average).
What is the graduation rate of Passaic Preparatory Academy?
The graduation rate of Passaic Preparatory Academy is 90-94%, which is higher than the New Jersey state average of 85%.
How many students attend Passaic Preparatory Academy?
710 students attend Passaic Preparatory Academy.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
96% of Passaic Preparatory Academy students are Hispanic, 3% of students are Black, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Passaic Preparatory Academy?
Passaic Preparatory Academy has a student ration of 13:1, which is higher than the New Jersey state average of 11:1.
What grades does Passaic Preparatory Academy offer ?
Passaic Preparatory Academy offers enrollment in grades 6-12 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Passaic Preparatory Academy part of?
Passaic Preparatory Academy is part of Passaic City School District.
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