Serving 214 students in grades 9-11, Newark School Of Fashion & Design 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 ≤5% (which is lower than the New Jersey state average of 38%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 30-34% (which is lower than the New Jersey state average of 49%).
The student-teacher ratio of 13:1 is higher than the New Jersey state level of 11:1.
Minority enrollment is 99% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the New Jersey state average of 62% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2025-26)
- Grades: 9-11
- Enrollment: 214 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 13:1
- Minority Enrollment: 99%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in NJ
- Math Proficiency: ≤5% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 30-34% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NJ Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Newark School Of Fashion & Design ranks among the top 20% of public schools in New Jersey for:
Category
Attribute
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
Community Size
School Overview
Newark School Of Fashion & Design's student population of 214 students has grown by 120% over five school years.
The teacher population of 16 teachers has grown by 166% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-11
Total Students
214 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
16 teachers
School Rankings
Newark School Of Fashion & Design ranks within the bottom 50% of all 2,184 schools in New Jersey (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Newark School Of Fashion & Design is 0.50, 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
#1954 out of 2184 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
≤5%
38%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
30-34%
49%
Student-Teacher Ratio
13:1
11:1
American Indian
1%
n/a
Asian
n/a
10%
Hispanic
63%
34%
Black
33%
15%
White
1%
38%
Hawaiian
1%
n/a
Two or more races
1%
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
79%
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 School Of Fashion & Design's ranking?
Newark School Of Fashion & Design is ranked #1954 out of 2,184 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?
≤5% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 38% NJ state average), while 30-34% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 49% NJ state average).
How many students attend Newark School Of Fashion & Design?
214 students attend Newark School Of Fashion & Design.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
63% of Newark School Of Fashion & Design students are Hispanic, 33% of students are Black, 1% of students are American Indian, 1% of students are White, 1% of students are Hawaiian, and 1% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Newark School Of Fashion & Design?
Newark School Of Fashion & Design has a student ration of 13:1, which is higher than the New Jersey state average of 11:1.
What grades does Newark School Of Fashion & Design offer ?
Newark School Of Fashion & Design offers enrollment in grades 9-11
What school district is Newark School Of Fashion & Design part of?
Newark School Of Fashion & Design is part of Newark ºÚÁÏÍø¹ÙÍø School District.
In what neighborhood is Newark School Of Fashion & Design located?
Newark School Of Fashion & Design is located in the Forest Hill neighborhood of Newark, NJ. There are 5 other public schools located in Forest Hill.
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