Serving 1,048 students in grades 9-12, West Essex High School ranks in the top 20% of all schools in New Jersey for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 20%, and reading proficiency is top 20%) .
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 47% (which is higher than the New Jersey state average of 26%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 65% (which is higher than the New Jersey state average of 47%).
The student:teacher ratio of 10:1 is lower than the New Jersey state level of 11:1.
Minority enrollment is 18% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the New Jersey state average of 60% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 1,048 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 10:1
- Minority Enrollment: 18%
- Graduation Rate: 96% (Top 10% in NJ)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20%
- Math Proficiency: 47% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 65% (Top 20%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NJ Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
West Essex High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in New Jersey for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Graduation Rate
School Overview
West Essex High School's student population of 1,048 students has declined by 6% over five school years.
The teacher population of 103 teachers has grown by 5% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
Total Students
1,048 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
103 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
West Essex High School ranks within the top 20% of all 2,183 schools in New Jersey (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of West Essex High School is 0.32, 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
#287 out of 2183 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
47%
26%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
65%
47%
Student : Teacher Ratio
10:1
11:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
6%
10%
Hispanic
9%
32%
Black
2%
15%
White
82%
40%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
1%
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
96%
88%
Eligible for Free Lunch
3%
30%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
1%
4%
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 West Essex High School's ranking?
West Essex High School is ranked #287 out of 2,183 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in New Jersey.
What schools are West Essex High School often compared to?
West Essex High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Livingston High School, Verona High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
47% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 26% NJ state average), while 65% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% NJ state average).
What is the graduation rate of West Essex High School?
The graduation rate of West Essex High School is 96%, which is higher than the New Jersey state average of 88%.
How many students attend West Essex High School?
1,048 students attend West Essex High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
82% of West Essex High School students are White, 9% of students are Hispanic, 6% of students are Asian, 2% of students are Black, and 1% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of West Essex High School?
West Essex High School has a student ration of 10:1, which is lower than the New Jersey state average of 11:1.
What grades does West Essex High School offer ?
West Essex High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12
What school district is West Essex High School part of?
West Essex High School is part of West Essex Regional School District.
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