Technology High School is a magnet public high school serving students in ninth through twelfth grades, located in the Broadway neighborhood in Newark, New Jersey's north ward.
Serving 662 students in grades 9-12, Technology High School ranks in the top 30% 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 45-49% (which is higher than the New Jersey state average of 38%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 80-84% (which is higher than the New Jersey state average of 49%).
The student-teacher ratio of 15:1 is higher than the New Jersey state level of 11:1.
Minority enrollment is 91% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the New Jersey state average of 63% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 662 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Minority Enrollment: 91%
- Graduation Rate: ≥95% (Top 20% in NJ)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30%
- Math Proficiency: 45-49% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 80-84% (Top 5%)
- Science Proficiency: 30-34% (Top 30%)
- Attendance Zone: Technology High School's attendance zone encompasses the entire Newark, NJ school district, covering approximately 25.9 square miles. The typical drive to the school ranges from 5 to 10 minutes, with an average distance of 3.1 miles from the school to the zone's edge, extending up to 6 miles at its furthest point.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NJ Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Technology High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in New Jersey for:
Category
Attribute
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Graduation Rate
School Overview
Technology High School's student population of 662 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 44 teachers has declined by 15% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
662 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 28-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
44 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 28-year historical data available below ↓
Year Founded
1996
School Calendar
School Rankings
Technology High School ranks within the top 30% of all 2,184 schools in New Jersey (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Technology High School is 0.42, 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
#437 out of 2184 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
45-49%
38%
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
80-84%
49%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
30-34%
23%
Student-Teacher Ratio
15:1
11:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 28-year historical data available below ↓
Asian
2%
11%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 28-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
75%
35%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 28-year historical data available below ↓
Black
13%
14%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 28-year historical data available below ↓
White
9%
37%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 28-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
1%
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 28-year historical data available below ↓
Graduation Rate
≥95%
90.5%
Showing 2014–2023. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)6.5%
16.7%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
68%
38%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 28-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
13%
5%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 26-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Sports
Colors
Black, Silver
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NJ Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Technology High School's ranking?
Technology High School is ranked #437 out of 2,184 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in New Jersey.
What schools are Technology High School often compared to?
Technology High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Science Park High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
45-49% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 38% NJ state average), while 80-84% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 49% NJ state average).
What is the graduation rate of Technology High School?
The graduation rate of Technology High School is 95%, which is higher than the New Jersey state average of 90.5%.
How many students attend Technology High School?
662 students attend Technology High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
75% of Technology High School students are Hispanic, 13% of students are Black, 9% of students are White, 2% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Technology High School?
Technology High School has a student ration of 15:1, which is higher than the New Jersey state average of 11:1.
What grades does Technology High School offer ?
Technology High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Technology High School part of?
Technology High School is part of Newark Public School District.
In what neighborhood is Technology High School located?
Technology High School is located in the Mount Pleasant And Lower Broadway neighborhood of Newark, NJ. There are 2 other public schools located in Mount Pleasant And Lower Broadway.
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