Serving 885 students in grades 9-12, Diana C. Lobosco Stem Academy ranks in the top 1% of all schools in New Jersey for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 5%, and reading proficiency is top 5%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 84% (which is higher than the New Jersey state average of 36%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 92% (which is higher than the New Jersey state average of 49%).
The student:teacher ratio of 11:1 is equal to the New Jersey state level of 11:1.
Minority enrollment is 73% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the New Jersey state average of 62% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- School Type: Vocational school
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 885 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 11:1
- Minority Enrollment: 73%
- Graduation Rate: ≥99% (Top 1% in NJ)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 1%
- Math Proficiency: 84% (Top 5%)
- Reading Proficiency: 92% (Top 1%)
- Science Proficiency: 78% (Top 1%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NJ Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Diana C. Lobosco Stem Academy 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
Diversity
School Overview
Diana C. Lobosco Stem Academy's student population of 885 students has grown by 11% over five school years.
The teacher population of 81 teachers has grown by 28% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
885 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
81 teachers
School Rankings
Diana C. Lobosco Stem Academy ranks within the top 1% of all 2,201 schools in New Jersey (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Diana C. Lobosco Stem Academy is 0.70, 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
#21 out of 2201 schools
(Top 1%)
(Top 1%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
84%
36%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
92%
49%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
78%
23%
Student : Teacher Ratio
11:1
11:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
20%
10%
Hispanic
43%
34%
Black
7%
15%
White
27%
38%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
3%
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
≥99%
85%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
28%
32%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
6%
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 Diana C. Lobosco Stem Academy's ranking?
Diana C. Lobosco Stem Academy is ranked #21 out of 2,201 schools, which ranks it among the top 1% of public schools in New Jersey.
What schools are Diana C. Lobosco Stem Academy often compared to?
Diana C. Lobosco Stem Academyis often viewed alongside schools like Passaic County Technical Institute, Wayne Valley High School, Wayne Hills High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
84% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 36% NJ state average), while 92% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 49% NJ state average).
What is the graduation rate of Diana C. Lobosco Stem Academy?
The graduation rate of Diana C. Lobosco Stem Academy is 99%, which is higher than the New Jersey state average of 85%.
How many students attend Diana C. Lobosco Stem Academy?
885 students attend Diana C. Lobosco Stem Academy.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
43% of Diana C. Lobosco Stem Academy students are Hispanic, 27% of students are White, 20% of students are Asian, 7% of students are Black, and 3% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Diana C. Lobosco Stem Academy?
Diana C. Lobosco Stem Academy has a student ration of 11:1, which is equal to the New Jersey state average of 11:1.
What grades does Diana C. Lobosco Stem Academy offer ?
Diana C. Lobosco Stem Academy offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Diana C. Lobosco Stem Academy part of?
Diana C. Lobosco Stem Academy is part of Passaic County Technical-Vocational School District.
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