Serving 1,872 students in grades 9-12, Barringer 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 ≤1% (which is lower than the New Jersey state average of 38%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 11% (which is lower than the New Jersey state average of 49%).
The student-teacher ratio of 16:1 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 62% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2025)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 1,872 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 16:1
- Minority Enrollment: 99%
- Graduation Rate: 76% (Btm 50% in NJ)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: ≤1% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 11% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: ≤1% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NJ Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Barringer High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in New Jersey for:
Category
Attribute
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
School Overview
Barringer High School's student population of 1,872 students has grown by 1374% over five school years.
The teacher population of 116 teachers has grown by 157% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
1,872 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
116 teachers
School Calendar
First Day of School
Tue. Sep 2, 2025
School Rankings
Barringer High School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 2,184 schools in New Jersey (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Barringer High School is 0.26, 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
#2172 out of 2184 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
≤1%
38%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
11%
49%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
≤1%
23%
Student-Teacher Ratio
16:1
11:1
American Indian
1%
n/a
Asian
n/a
10%
Hispanic
85%
34%
Black
13%
15%
White
1%
38%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
n/a
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
76%
85%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
52%
32%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
4%
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 Barringer High School's ranking?
Barringer High School is ranked #2172 out of 2,184 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in New Jersey.
What schools are Barringer High School often compared to?
Barringer High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Science Park High School, East Side High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
≤1% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 38% NJ state average), while 11% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 49% NJ state average).
What is the graduation rate of Barringer High School?
The graduation rate of Barringer High School is 76%, which is lower than the New Jersey state average of 85%.
How many students attend Barringer High School?
1,872 students attend Barringer High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
85% of Barringer High School students are Hispanic, 13% of students are Black, 1% of students are American Indian, and 1% of students are White.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Barringer High School?
Barringer High School has a student ration of 16:1, which is higher than the New Jersey state average of 11:1.
What grades does Barringer High School offer ?
Barringer High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Barringer High School part of?
Barringer High School is part of Newark Public School District.
In what neighborhood is Barringer High School located?
Barringer High School is located in the Seventh Avenue neighborhood of Newark, NJ. There are 3 other public schools located in Seventh Avenue.
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