American History High School is a magnet public high school in the University Heights neighborhood of Newark, in Essex County, in the U.S. state of New Jersey, operating since its establishment in 2006 as part of the Newark Public Schools.
Serving 361 students in grades 9-12, American History High School 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 10-14% (which is lower than the New Jersey state average of 36%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 30-34% (which is lower than the New Jersey state average of 49%).
The student:teacher ratio of 10:1 is lower than the New Jersey state level of 11:1.
Minority enrollment is 99% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the New Jersey state average of 62% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 361 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 10:1
- Minority Enrollment: 99%
- Graduation Rate: 80-84% (Btm 50% in NJ)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: 10-14% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 30-34% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: ≤5% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NJ Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
American History High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in New Jersey for:
Category
Attribute
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
Student Attention
School Overview
American History High School's student population of 361 students has declined by 28% over five school years.
The teacher population of 35 teachers has declined by 12% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
361 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
35 teachers
Year Founded
2007
School Rankings
American History High School 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 American History High School 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
#1821 out of 2201 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
10-14%
36%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
30-34%
49%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
≤5%
23%
Student : Teacher Ratio
10:1
11:1
American Indian
1%
n/a
Asian
1%
10%
Hispanic
46%
34%
Black
51%
15%
White
1%
38%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
n/a
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
80-84%
85%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
70%
32%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
5%
6%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NJ Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is American History High School's ranking?
American History High School is ranked #1821 out of 2,201 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in New Jersey.
What schools are American History High School often compared to?
American History High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Technology High School, Science Park High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
10-14% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 36% NJ state average), while 30-34% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 49% NJ state average).
What is the graduation rate of American History High School?
The graduation rate of American History High School is 80-84%, which is lower than the New Jersey state average of 85%.
How many students attend American History High School?
361 students attend American History High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
51% of American History High School students are Black, 46% of students are Hispanic, 1% of students are American Indian, 1% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are White.
What is the student:teacher ratio of American History High School?
American History High School has a student ration of 10:1, which is lower than the New Jersey state average of 11:1.
What grades does American History High School offer ?
American History High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is American History High School part of?
American History High School is part of Newark Public School District.
In what neighborhood is American History High School located?
American History High School is located in the Springfield And Belmont neighborhood of Newark, NJ. There are 10 other public schools located in Springfield And Belmont.
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