Serving 938 students in grades 7-12, Science Park High School ranks in the top 10% 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 61% (which is higher than the New Jersey state average of 36%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 87% (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.
Minority enrollment is 89% 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: Magnet School
- Grades: 7-12
- Enrollment: 938 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 89%
- Graduation Rate: ≥95% (Top 10% in NJ)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 10%
- Math Proficiency: 61% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 87% (Top 5%)
- Science Proficiency: 56% (Top 10%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NJ Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Science Park High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in New Jersey for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Science Proficiency
Graduation Rate
School Overview
Science Park High School's student population of 938 students has grown by 11% over five school years.
The teacher population of 67 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 7-12
Total Students
938 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
67 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Science Park High School ranks within the top 10% of all 2,201 schools in New Jersey (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Science Park High School is 0.61, 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
#212 out of 2201 schools
(Top 10%)
(Top 10%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
61%
36%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
87%
49%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
56%
23%
Student : Teacher Ratio
14:1
11:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
2%
10%
Hispanic
47%
33%
Black
40%
15%
White
11%
39%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
n/a
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
≥95%
85%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
51%
31%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
12%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NJ Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Science Park High School's ranking?
Science Park High School is ranked #212 out of 2,201 schools, which ranks it among the top 10% of public schools in New Jersey.
What schools are Science Park High School often compared to?
Science Park High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Technology High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
61% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 36% NJ state average), while 87% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 49% NJ state average).
What is the graduation rate of Science Park High School?
The graduation rate of Science Park High School is 95%, which is higher than the New Jersey state average of 85%.
How many students attend Science Park High School?
938 students attend Science Park High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
47% of Science Park High School students are Hispanic, 40% of students are Black, 11% of students are White, and 2% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Science Park High School?
Science Park High School has a student ration of 14:1, which is higher than the New Jersey state average of 11:1.
What grades does Science Park High School offer ?
Science Park High School offers enrollment in grades 7-12
What school district is Science Park High School part of?
Science Park High School is part of Newark Public School District.
In what neighborhood is Science Park High School located?
Science Park High School is located in the University Heights neighborhood of Newark, NJ. There are 3 other public schools located in University Heights.
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