Serving 446 students in grades 7-12, Emerson Jr Sr High School ranks in the top 50% of all schools in New Jersey for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 41% (which is higher than the New Jersey state average of 36%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 60% (which is higher 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 36% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the New Jersey state average of 62% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: 7-12
- Enrollment: 446 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 10:1
- Minority Enrollment: 36%
- Graduation Rate: ≥95% (Top 10% in NJ)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50%
- Math Proficiency: 41% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 60% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 25-29% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NJ Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Emerson Jr Sr High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in New Jersey for:
Category
Attribute
Graduation Rate
Student Attention
School Overview
Emerson Jr Sr High School's student population of 446 students has declined by 10% over five school years.
The teacher population of 46 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 7-12
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
446 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
46 teachers
Year Founded
1963
School Colors
White, Black, Red
School Rankings
Emerson Jr Sr High School ranks within the top 50% of all 2,201 schools in New Jersey (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Emerson Jr Sr High School is 0.54, 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
#835 out of 2201 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
41%
36%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
60%
49%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
25-29%
23%
Student : Teacher Ratio
10:1
11:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
8%
10%
Hispanic
22%
34%
Black
2%
15%
White
64%
38%
Hawaiian
1%
n/a
Two or more races
3%
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
≥95%
85%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
7%
32%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
2%
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 Emerson Jr Sr High School's ranking?
Emerson Jr Sr High School is ranked #835 out of 2,201 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in New Jersey.
What schools are Emerson Jr Sr High School often compared to?
Emerson Jr Sr High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Midland Park Jr./sr. High School, Westwood Regional High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
41% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 36% NJ state average), while 60% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 49% NJ state average).
What is the graduation rate of Emerson Jr Sr High School?
The graduation rate of Emerson Jr Sr High School is 95%, which is higher than the New Jersey state average of 85%.
How many students attend Emerson Jr Sr High School?
446 students attend Emerson Jr Sr High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
64% of Emerson Jr Sr High School students are White, 22% of students are Hispanic, 8% of students are Asian, 3% of students are Two or more races, 2% of students are Black, and 1% of students are Hawaiian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Emerson Jr Sr High School?
Emerson Jr Sr High School has a student ration of 10:1, which is lower than the New Jersey state average of 11:1.
What grades does Emerson Jr Sr High School offer ?
Emerson Jr Sr High School offers enrollment in grades 7-12 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Emerson Jr Sr High School part of?
Emerson Jr Sr High School is part of Emerson Public School District.
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