Serving 180 students in grades 9-12, Stem Innovation Academy Of The Oranges ranks in the top 20% of all schools in New Jersey for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 30%, and reading proficiency is top 30%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 50-59% (which is higher than the New Jersey state average of 38%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 80-89% (which is higher than the New Jersey state average of 49%).
The student-teacher ratio of 11:1 is equal to the New Jersey state level of 11:1.
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 180 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 11:1
- Graduation Rate: ≥90% (Btm 50% in NJ)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20%
- Math Proficiency: 50-59% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 80-89% (Top 5%)
- Science Proficiency: 70-79% (Top 5%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NJ Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Stem Innovation Academy Of The Oranges ranks among the top 20% of public schools in New Jersey for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Science Proficiency
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
Community Size
School Overview
Stem Innovation Academy Of The Oranges's student population of 180 students has grown by 12% over five school years.
The teacher population of 16 teachers has grown by 23% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
180 students
Total Classroom Teachers
16 teachers
School Rankings
Stem Innovation Academy Of The Oranges ranks within the top 20% of all 2,184 schools in New Jersey (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Stem Innovation Academy Of The Oranges is 0.52, 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
#327 out of 2184 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
50-59%
38%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
80-89%
49%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
70-79%
23%
Student-Teacher Ratio
11:1
11:1
Asian
1%
11%
Hispanic
45%
35%
Black
53%
14%
Two or more races
1%
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
≥90%
85%
Eligible for Free Lunch
63%
38%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
8%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NJ Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Stem Innovation Academy Of The Oranges's ranking?
Stem Innovation Academy Of The Oranges is ranked #327 out of 2,184 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in New Jersey.
What schools are Stem Innovation Academy Of The Oranges often compared to?
Stem Innovation Academy Of The Orangesis often viewed alongside schools like Essex County Donald M. Payne Sr. School Of Technology, West Orange High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
50-59% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 38% NJ state average), while 80-89% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 49% NJ state average).
What is the graduation rate of Stem Innovation Academy Of The Oranges?
The graduation rate of Stem Innovation Academy Of The Oranges is 90%, which is higher than the New Jersey state average of 85%.
How many students attend Stem Innovation Academy Of The Oranges?
180 students attend Stem Innovation Academy Of The Oranges.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
53% of Stem Innovation Academy Of The Oranges students are Black, 45% of students are Hispanic, 1% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Stem Innovation Academy Of The Oranges?
Stem Innovation Academy Of The Oranges has a student ration of 11:1, which is equal to the New Jersey state average of 11:1.
What grades does Stem Innovation Academy Of The Oranges offer ?
Stem Innovation Academy Of The Oranges offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Stem Innovation Academy Of The Oranges part of?
Stem Innovation Academy Of The Oranges is part of Orange Board Of Education School District.
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