J. Christian Bollwage Finance Academy is a four-year comprehensive public high school located in Elizabeth, in Union County, in the U.S. state of New Jersey, operating as part of Elizabeth Public Schools.
Serving 415 students in grades 9-12, J. Christian Bollwage Finance Academy 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 65-69% (which is higher than the New Jersey state average of 49%).
The student-teacher ratio of 14:1 is higher than the New Jersey state level of 11:1.
Minority enrollment is 95% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the New Jersey state average of 63% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 415 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 95%
- Graduation Rate: 90-94% (Top 50% in NJ)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: ≤5% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 65-69% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: ≤5% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NJ Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
J. Christian Bollwage Finance Academy ranks among the top 20% of public schools in New Jersey for:
Category
Attribute
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
School Overview
J. Christian Bollwage Finance Academy's student population of 415 students has grown by 14% over five school years.
The teacher population of 30 teachers has grown by 7% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
415 students
Total Classroom Teachers
30 teachers
Year Founded
2011
School Rankings
J. Christian Bollwage Finance Academy 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 J. Christian Bollwage Finance Academy is 0.38, 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
#1332 out of 2184 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
≤5%
38%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
65-69%
49%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
≤5%
23%
Student-Teacher Ratio
14:1
11:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
1%
11%
Hispanic
77%
35%
Black
17%
14%
White
5%
37%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
n/a
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
90-94%
85%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
71%
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 J. Christian Bollwage Finance Academy's ranking?
J. Christian Bollwage Finance Academy is ranked #1332 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 65-69% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 49% NJ state average).
What is the graduation rate of J. Christian Bollwage Finance Academy?
The graduation rate of J. Christian Bollwage Finance Academy is 90-94%, which is higher than the New Jersey state average of 85%.
How many students attend J. Christian Bollwage Finance Academy?
415 students attend J. Christian Bollwage Finance Academy.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
77% of J. Christian Bollwage Finance Academy students are Hispanic, 17% of students are Black, 5% of students are White, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of J. Christian Bollwage Finance Academy?
J. Christian Bollwage Finance Academy has a student ration of 14:1, which is higher than the New Jersey state average of 11:1.
What grades does J. Christian Bollwage Finance Academy offer ?
J. Christian Bollwage Finance Academy offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is J. Christian Bollwage Finance Academy part of?
J. Christian Bollwage Finance Academy is part of Elizabeth School District.
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