Serving 418 students in grades 9-12, J. Christian Bollwage Finance Academy 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 6-9% (which is lower than the New Jersey state average of 36%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 65-69% (which is higher 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 96% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the New Jersey state average of 62% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 418 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Minority Enrollment: 96%
- Graduation Rate: 80-84% (Btm 50% in NJ)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: 6-9% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 65-69% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: ≤5% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NJ Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
J. Christian Bollwage Finance Academy ranks among the top 20% of public schools in New Jersey for:
Category
Attribute
Most improved public schools
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
School Overview
J. Christian Bollwage Finance Academy's student population of 418 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 28 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
418 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
28 teachers
Year Founded
2011
School Rankings
J. Christian Bollwage Finance Academy ranks within the bottom 50% of all 2,201 schools in New Jersey (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of J. Christian Bollwage Finance Academy is 0.35, 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
#1279 out of 2201 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
6-9%
36%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
65-69%
49%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
≤5%
23%
Student : Teacher Ratio
15:1
11:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
1%
10%
Hispanic
79%
34%
Black
16%
15%
White
4%
38%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
n/a
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
80-84%
85%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
70%
32%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
13%
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 J. Christian Bollwage Finance Academy's ranking?
J. Christian Bollwage Finance Academy is ranked #1279 out of 2,201 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in New Jersey.
What schools are J. Christian Bollwage Finance Academy often compared to?
J. Christian Bollwage Finance Academyis often viewed alongside schools like Elizabeth High School - Frank J Cicarell Academy, Alexander Hamilton Preparatory Academy by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
6-9% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 36% NJ state average), while 65-69% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 49% NJ state average).
What is the graduation rate of J. Christian Bollwage Finance Academy?
The graduation rate of J. Christian Bollwage Finance Academy is 80-84%, which is lower than the New Jersey state average of 85%.
How many students attend J. Christian Bollwage Finance Academy?
418 students attend J. Christian Bollwage Finance Academy.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
79% of J. Christian Bollwage Finance Academy students are Hispanic, 16% of students are Black, 4% of students are White, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of J. Christian Bollwage Finance Academy?
J. Christian Bollwage Finance Academy has a student ration of 15:1, which is higher than the New Jersey state average of 11:1.
What grades does J. Christian Bollwage Finance Academy offer ?
J. Christian Bollwage Finance Academy offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is J. Christian Bollwage Finance Academy part of?
J. Christian Bollwage Finance Academy is part of Elizabeth School District.
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