East Side High School is a four-year public high school in Newark in Essex County, in the U.S. state of New Jersey, operating as part of the Newark Public Schools. The school serves the city's Ironbound neighborhood.
Serving 2,110 students in grades 9-12, East Side 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 5% (which is lower than the New Jersey state average of 38%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 16% (which is lower than the New Jersey state average of 49%).
The student-teacher ratio of 15:1 is higher than the New Jersey state level of 11:1.
Minority enrollment is 83% 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: 2,110 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Minority Enrollment: 83%
- Graduation Rate: 94% (Top 50% in NJ)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: 5% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 16% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 4% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NJ Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
East Side High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in New Jersey for:
Category
Attribute
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
School Overview
East Side High School's student population of 2,110 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 137 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
2,110 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
137 teachers
Year Founded
1911
Colors
Red, White
School Calendar
First Day of School
Tue. Sep 2, 2025
School Rankings
East Side 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 East Side High School is 0.36, 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
#2126 out of 2184 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
5%
38%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
16%
49%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
4%
23%
Student-Teacher Ratio
15:1
11:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
n/a
10%
Hispanic
78%
34%
Black
5%
15%
White
17%
38%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
n/a
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
94%
85%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
60%
32%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
11%
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 East Side High School's ranking?
East Side High School is ranked #2126 out of 2,184 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in New Jersey.
What schools are East Side High School often compared to?
East Side High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Barringer High School, Science Park High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
5% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 38% NJ state average), while 16% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 49% NJ state average).
What is the graduation rate of East Side High School?
The graduation rate of East Side High School is 94%, which is higher than the New Jersey state average of 85%.
How many students attend East Side High School?
2,110 students attend East Side High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
78% of East Side High School students are Hispanic, 17% of students are White, and 5% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of East Side High School?
East Side High School has a student ration of 15:1, which is higher than the New Jersey state average of 11:1.
What grades does East Side High School offer ?
East Side High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is East Side High School part of?
East Side High School is part of Newark Public School District.
In what neighborhood is East Side High School located?
East Side High School is located in the North Ironbound neighborhood of Newark, NJ. There are 6 other public schools located in North Ironbound.
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