Serving 1,154 students in grades 9-12, Essex County Donald M. Payne Sr. School Of Technology ranks in the top 50% 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 37% (which is higher than the New Jersey state average of 36%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 64% (which is higher than the New Jersey state average of 49%).
The student:teacher ratio of 12:1 is higher than the New Jersey state level of 11:1.
Minority enrollment is 99% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the New Jersey state average of 61% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Quick Stats (2024-25)
- School Type: Vocational school / Magnet School
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 1,154 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 12:1
- Minority Enrollment: 99%
- Graduation Rate: 93% (Top 30% in NJ)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50%
- Math Proficiency: 37% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 64% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: 19% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NJ Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Essex County Donald M. Payne Sr. School Of Technology ranks among the top 20% of public schools in New Jersey for:
Category
Attribute
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
School Overview
Essex County Donald M. Payne Sr. School Of Technology's student population of 1,154 students has declined by 8% over five school years.
The teacher population of 93 teachers has grown by 10% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
Total Students
1,154 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
93 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Essex County Donald M. Payne Sr. School Of Technology ranks within the top 50% of all 2,201 schools in New Jersey (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Essex County Donald M. Payne Sr. School Of Technology is 0.53, 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
#805 out of 2201 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
37%
36%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
64%
49%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
19%
23%
Student : Teacher Ratio
12:1
11:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
1%
10%
Hispanic
52%
33%
Black
45%
15%
White
1%
39%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
1%
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
93%
85%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
70%
31%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
13%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NJ Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Essex County Donald M. Payne Sr. School Of Technology's ranking?
Essex County Donald M. Payne Sr. School Of Technology is ranked #805 out of 2,201 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in New Jersey.
What schools are Essex County Donald M. Payne Sr. School Of Technology often compared to?
Essex County Donald M. Payne Sr. School Of Technologyis often viewed alongside schools like Science Park High School, Technology High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
37% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 36% NJ state average), while 64% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 49% NJ state average).
What is the graduation rate of Essex County Donald M. Payne Sr. School Of Technology?
The graduation rate of Essex County Donald M. Payne Sr. School Of Technology is 93%, which is higher than the New Jersey state average of 85%.
How many students attend Essex County Donald M. Payne Sr. School Of Technology?
1,154 students attend Essex County Donald M. Payne Sr. School Of Technology.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
52% of Essex County Donald M. Payne Sr. School Of Technology students are Hispanic, 45% of students are Black, 1% of students are Asian, 1% of students are White, and 1% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Essex County Donald M. Payne Sr. School Of Technology?
Essex County Donald M. Payne Sr. School Of Technology has a student ration of 12:1, which is higher than the New Jersey state average of 11:1.
What grades does Essex County Donald M. Payne Sr. School Of Technology offer ?
Essex County Donald M. Payne Sr. School Of Technology offers enrollment in grades 9-12
What school district is Essex County Donald M. Payne Sr. School Of Technology part of?
Essex County Donald M. Payne Sr. School Of Technology is part of Essex County Schools Of Technology School District.
In what neighborhood is Essex County Donald M. Payne Sr. School Of Technology located?
Essex County Donald M. Payne Sr. School Of Technology is located in the Fairmount neighborhood of Newark, NJ. There are 3 other public schools located in Fairmount.
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