Serving 141 students in grades 9-12, Mercer County Technical School Stem Academy ranks in the top 50% of all schools in New Jersey for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 40-49% (which is higher than the New Jersey state average of 38%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 60-69% (which is higher than the New Jersey state average of 49%).
The student-teacher ratio of 24:1 is higher than the New Jersey state level of 11:1.
Minority enrollment is 77% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the New Jersey state average of 63% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- School Type: Vocational school
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 141 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 24:1
- Minority Enrollment: 77%
- Graduation Rate: ≥80% (Btm 50% in NJ)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50%
- Math Proficiency: 40-49% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 60-69% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: 60-79% (Top 5%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NJ Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Mercer County Technical School Stem Academy ranks among the top 20% of public schools in New Jersey for:
Category
Attribute
Science Proficiency
Diversity
Community Size
School Overview
Mercer County Technical School Stem Academy's student population of 141 students has grown by 24% over five school years.
The teacher population of 6 teachers has declined by 33% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
141 students
Total Classroom Teachers
6 teachers
School Rankings
Mercer County Technical School Stem Academy ranks within the top 50% of all 2,184 schools in New Jersey (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Mercer County Technical School Stem Academy is 0.69, 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
#735 out of 2184 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-49%
38%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
60-69%
49%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
60-79%
23%
Student-Teacher Ratio
24:1
11:1
Asian
16%
11%
Hispanic
47%
35%
Black
14%
14%
White
23%
37%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
≥80%
85%
Eligible for Free Lunch
31%
38%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
9%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NJ Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Mercer County Technical School Stem Academy's ranking?
Mercer County Technical School Stem Academy is ranked #735 out of 2,184 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in New Jersey.
What schools are Mercer County Technical School Stem Academy often compared to?
Mercer County Technical School Stem Academyis often viewed alongside schools like West Windsor-plainsboro High School South, Lawrence High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
40-49% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 38% NJ state average), while 60-69% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 49% NJ state average).
What is the graduation rate of Mercer County Technical School Stem Academy?
The graduation rate of Mercer County Technical School Stem Academy is 80%, which is lower than the New Jersey state average of 85%.
How many students attend Mercer County Technical School Stem Academy?
141 students attend Mercer County Technical School Stem Academy.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
47% of Mercer County Technical School Stem Academy students are Hispanic, 23% of students are White, 16% of students are Asian, and 14% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Mercer County Technical School Stem Academy?
Mercer County Technical School Stem Academy has a student ration of 24:1, which is higher than the New Jersey state average of 11:1.
What grades does Mercer County Technical School Stem Academy offer ?
Mercer County Technical School Stem Academy offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Mercer County Technical School Stem Academy part of?
Mercer County Technical School Stem Academy is part of Area Vocational Technical School District Of Mercer County.
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