Serving 713 students in grades 6-12, Passaic Preparatory Academy ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in New Jersey for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 15% (which is lower than the New Jersey state average of 36%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 61% (which is higher than the New Jersey state average of 49%).
The student:teacher ratio of 14:1 is higher than the New Jersey state level of 11:1.
Quick Stats (2024-25)
- School Type: Magnet School
- Grades: 6-12
- Enrollment: 713 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Graduation Rate: 90-94% (Top 30% in NJ)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: 15% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 61% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 6% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NJ Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Passaic Preparatory Academy ranks among the top 20% of public schools in New Jersey for:
Category
Attribute
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
School Overview
Passaic Preparatory Academy's student population of 713 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 52 teachers has grown by 30% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 6-12
Total Students
713 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
52 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Passaic Preparatory Academy ranks within the bottom 50% of all 2,201 schools in New Jersey (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Passaic Preparatory Academy is 0.08, 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
#1277 out of 2201 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
15%
36%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
61%
49%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
6%
23%
Student : Teacher Ratio
14:1
11:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
1%
10%
Hispanic
96%
33%
Black
3%
15%
White
n/a
39%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
n/a
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
90-94%
85%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
100%
31%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (19-20)
8%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NJ Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Passaic Preparatory Academy's ranking?
Passaic Preparatory Academy is ranked #1277 out of 2,201 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in New Jersey.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
15% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 36% NJ state average), while 61% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 49% NJ state average).
What is the graduation rate of Passaic Preparatory Academy?
The graduation rate of Passaic Preparatory Academy is 90-94%, which is higher than the New Jersey state average of 85%.
How many students attend Passaic Preparatory Academy?
713 students attend Passaic Preparatory Academy.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
96% of Passaic Preparatory Academy students are Hispanic, 3% of students are Black, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Passaic Preparatory Academy?
Passaic Preparatory Academy has a student ration of 14:1, which is higher than the New Jersey state average of 11:1.
What grades does Passaic Preparatory Academy offer ?
Passaic Preparatory Academy offers enrollment in grades 6-12
What school district is Passaic Preparatory Academy part of?
Passaic Preparatory Academy is part of Passaic City School District.
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