Serving 353 students in grades 9-12, Essex County West Caldwell Technical 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 25-29% (which is lower than the New Jersey state average of 38%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 50-54% (which is higher than the New Jersey state average of 49%).
The student-teacher ratio of 10:1 is lower than the New Jersey state level of 11:1.
Minority enrollment is 96% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the New Jersey state average of 63% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Quick Facts (2026)
- School Type: Vocational school
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 353 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 10:1
- Minority Enrollment: 96%
- Graduation Rate: ≥95% (Top 20% in NJ)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: 25-29% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 50-54% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 15-19% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NJ Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Essex County West Caldwell Technical ranks among the top 20% of public schools in New Jersey for:
Category
Attribute
Most improved public schools
Graduation Rate
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
Student Attention
School Overview
Essex County West Caldwell Technical's student population of 353 students has grown by 5% over five school years.
The teacher population of 35 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
353 students
Total Classroom Teachers
35 teachers
School Motto
'Our Schools of Technology offer our students a dynamic, first-class education that will provide them with the foundation for a successful future.'
School Rankings
Essex County West Caldwell Technical 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 Essex County West Caldwell Technical is 0.55, 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
#1221 out of 2184 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
25-29%
38%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
50-54%
49%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
15-19%
23%
Student-Teacher Ratio
10:1
11:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
2%
11%
Hispanic
56%
35%
Black
38%
14%
White
4%
37%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
n/a
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
≥95%
85%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
56%
38%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
10%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NJ Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Essex County West Caldwell Technical's ranking?
Essex County West Caldwell Technical is ranked #1221 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?
25-29% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 38% NJ state average), while 50-54% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 49% NJ state average).
What is the graduation rate of Essex County West Caldwell Technical?
The graduation rate of Essex County West Caldwell Technical is 95%, which is higher than the New Jersey state average of 85%.
How many students attend Essex County West Caldwell Technical?
353 students attend Essex County West Caldwell Technical.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
56% of Essex County West Caldwell Technical students are Hispanic, 38% of students are Black, 4% of students are White, and 2% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Essex County West Caldwell Technical?
Essex County West Caldwell Technical has a student ration of 10:1, which is lower than the New Jersey state average of 11:1.
What grades does Essex County West Caldwell Technical offer ?
Essex County West Caldwell Technical offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Essex County West Caldwell Technical part of?
Essex County West Caldwell Technical is part of Essex County Schools Of Technology.
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