Quick Stats (2024-25)
- School Type: Alternative school / Magnet School
- Grades: 10-12
- Graduation Rate: <50%
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NJ Dept. of Education
School Overview
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 10-12
Total Students
9 students
Total Classroom Teachers (11-12)
5 teachers
School Rankings
Student : Teacher Ratio
n/a
11:1
American Indian
(21-22)n/a
n/a
Asian
(21-22)n/a
10%
Hispanic
(21-22)22%
32%
Black
(21-22)78%
15%
White
(21-22)n/a
40%
Hawaiian
(21-22)n/a
n/a
Two or more races
(21-22)n/a
3%
Graduation Rate
(10-11)<50%
86%
Eligible for Free Lunch (21-22)
67%
30%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NJ Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the graduation rate of Costello Prep?
The graduation rate of Costello Prep is 50%, which is lower than the New Jersey state average of 86%.
How many students attend Costello Prep?
9 students attend Costello Prep.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
78% of Costello Prep students are Black, and 22% of students are Hispanic.
What grades does Costello Prep offer ?
Costello Prep offers enrollment in grades 10-12
What school district is Costello Prep part of?
Costello Prep is part of Office Of Education Juvenile Justice Commission School District.
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