Serving 301 students in grades 9-11, Newark Sch Of Data Science And Information Technology 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 15-19% (which is lower than the New Jersey state average of 36%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 25-29% (which is lower than the New Jersey state average of 49%).
The student:teacher ratio of 12:1 is higher than the New Jersey state level of 11:1.
Minority enrollment is 95% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the New Jersey state average of 62% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: 9-11
- Enrollment: 301 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 12:1
- Minority Enrollment: 95%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in NJ
- Math Proficiency: 15-19% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 25-29% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NJ Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Newark Sch Of Data Science And Information Technology ranks among the top 20% of public schools in New Jersey for:
Category
Attribute
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
Community Size
School Overview
Newark Sch Of Data Science And Information Technology's student population of 301 students has grown by 223% over five school years.
The teacher population of 26 teachers has grown by 333% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-11
Total Students
301 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
26 teachers
School Rankings
Newark Sch Of Data Science And Information Technology 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 Newark Sch Of Data Science And Information Technology is 0.51, 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
#1810 out of 2201 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
15-19%
36%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
25-29%
49%
Student : Teacher Ratio
12:1
11:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
2%
10%
Hispanic
28%
34%
Black
64%
15%
White
5%
38%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
1%
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
67%
32%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
9%
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 Newark Sch Of Data Science And Information Technology's ranking?
Newark Sch Of Data Science And Information Technology is ranked #1810 out of 2,201 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in New Jersey.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
15-19% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 36% NJ state average), while 25-29% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 49% NJ state average).
How many students attend Newark Sch Of Data Science And Information Technology?
301 students attend Newark Sch Of Data Science And Information Technology.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
64% of Newark Sch Of Data Science And Information Technology students are Black, 28% of students are Hispanic, 5% of students are White, 2% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Newark Sch Of Data Science And Information Technology?
Newark Sch Of Data Science And Information Technology has a student ration of 12:1, which is higher than the New Jersey state average of 11:1.
What grades does Newark Sch Of Data Science And Information Technology offer ?
Newark Sch Of Data Science And Information Technology offers enrollment in grades 9-11
What school district is Newark Sch Of Data Science And Information Technology part of?
Newark Sch Of Data Science And Information Technology is part of Newark Public School District.
In what neighborhood is Newark Sch Of Data Science And Information Technology located?
Newark Sch Of Data Science And Information Technology is located in the Lower Vailsburg neighborhood of Newark, NJ. There are 1 other public schools located in Lower Vailsburg.
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