Essex Junior Academy serves 21 students in grades Kindergarten-8.
The student-teacher ratio of 4:1 is lower than the New Jersey state level of 11:1.
Quick Facts (2025-26)
- School Type: Special education school
- Grades: Kindergarten-8
- Enrollment: 21 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 4:1
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NJ Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Essex Junior Academy ranks among the top 20% of public schools in New Jersey for:
Category
Attribute
Community Size
Student Attention
School Overview
Essex Junior Academy's student population of 21 students has grown by 16% over five school years.
The teacher population of 5 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-8
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
21 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
5 teachers
Year Founded
1979
School Calendar
School Rankings
The diversity score of Essex Junior Academy is 0.42, 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.
Student-Teacher Ratio
4:1
11:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
n/a
11%
Hispanic
29%
34%
Black
71%
14%
White
n/a
38%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
n/a
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
67%
32%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (15-16)
15%
5%
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 schools are Essex Junior Academy often compared to?
Essex Junior Academyis often viewed alongside schools like Autistic Continuum by visitors of our site.
How many students attend Essex Junior Academy?
21 students attend Essex Junior Academy.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
71% of Essex Junior Academy students are Black, and 29% of students are Hispanic.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Essex Junior Academy?
Essex Junior Academy has a student ration of 4:1, which is lower than the New Jersey state average of 11:1.
What grades does Essex Junior Academy offer ?
Essex Junior Academy offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-8 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Essex Junior Academy part of?
Essex Junior Academy is part of Essex Regional Educational Services Commission School District.
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