Quick Stats (2025)
- School Type: Alternative school
- Grades: 9-12
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NJ Dept. of Education
School Overview
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students (20-21)
1 student
Total Classroom Teachers (11-12)
6 teachers
School Rankings
Student : Teacher Ratio
n/a
11:1
American Indian
(20-21)n/a
n/a
Asian
(20-21)n/a
10%
Hispanic
(20-21)n/a
31%
Black
(20-21)100%
15%
White
(20-21)n/a
41%
Hawaiian
(20-21)n/a
n/a
Two or more races
(20-21)n/a
3%
Eligible for Free Lunch (20-21)
100%
32%
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
How many students attend Northern State Prison?
1 students attend Northern State Prison.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
100% of Northern State Prison students are Black.
What grades does Northern State Prison offer ?
Northern State Prison offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Northern State Prison part of?
Northern State Prison is part of Office Of Educational Services Department Of Corrections School District.
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