Serving 1,061 students in grades 9-12, West Essex High School ranks in the top 30% of all schools in New Jersey for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 30%, and reading proficiency is top 30%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 54% (which is higher than the New Jersey state average of 38%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 74% (which is higher than the New Jersey state average of 49%).
The student-teacher ratio of 11:1 is equal to the New Jersey state level of 11:1.
Minority enrollment is 20% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the New Jersey state average of 63% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 1,061 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 11:1
- Minority Enrollment: 20%
- Graduation Rate: 98% (Top 5% in NJ)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30%
- Math Proficiency: 54% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 74% (Top 20%)
- Science Proficiency: 41% (Top 20%)
- Attendance Zone: West Essex High School's attendance zone covers the entire district of Caldwell, NJ, encompassing approximately 18.5 square miles. Most students live within a typical driving distance of 5-10 minutes from the school, with an average distance of 3 miles to the zone's edge and a maximum of 5.2 miles to the furthest point.
- 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
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Science Proficiency
Graduation Rate
School Overview
West Essex High School's student population of 1,061 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 93 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
1,061 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
93 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Year Founded
1961
School Calendar
School Rankings
West Essex 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 West Essex High School is 0.35, 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
#444 out of 2184 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
54%
38%
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
74%
49%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
41%
23%
Student-Teacher Ratio
11:1
11:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Asian
6%
11%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
10%
35%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 36-year historical data available below ↓
Black
2%
14%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 31-year historical data available below ↓
White
80%
37%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Hawaiian
1%
n/a
Two or more races
1%
3%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 12-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Graduation Rate
98%
90.5%
Showing 2014–2023. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)2.9%
16.7%
Eligible for Free Lunch
2%
38%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 33-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
1%
5%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Sports
Colors
White, Black, Red
Source: 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 #444 out of 2,184 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% 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?
54% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 38% NJ state average), while 74% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 49% NJ state average).
What is the graduation rate of West Essex High School?
The graduation rate of West Essex High School is 98%, which is higher than the New Jersey state average of 90.5%.
How many students attend West Essex High School?
1,061 students attend West Essex High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
80% of West Essex High School students are White, 10% of students are Hispanic, 6% of students are Asian, 2% of students are Black, 1% of students are Hawaiian, 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 11:1, which is equal to 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 (No virtual instruction).
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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