Serving 414 students in grades 9-12, Newark School Of Data Science And Information Technology 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 25-29% (which is lower 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 96% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the New Jersey state average of 63% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 414 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 96%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in NJ
- Math Proficiency: 25-29% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 25-29% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NJ Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Newark School Of Data Science And Information Technology ranks among the top 20% of public schools in New Jersey for:
Category
Attribute
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
School Overview
Newark School Of Data Science And Information Technology's student population of 414 students has grown by 345% over five school years.
The teacher population of 30 teachers has grown by 400% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
Total Students
414 students
Total Classroom Teachers
30 teachers
School Rankings
Newark School Of Data Science And Information Technology 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 Data Science And Information Technology 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
#1689 out of 2184 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
25-29%
38%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
25-29%
49%
Student-Teacher Ratio
14:1
11:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
2%
11%
Hispanic
29%
35%
Black
61%
14%
White
4%
37%
Hawaiian
1%
n/a
Two or more races
3%
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
70%
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 Newark School Of Data Science And Information Technology's ranking?
Newark School Of Data Science And Information Technology is ranked #1689 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 25-29% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 49% NJ state average).
How many students attend Newark School Of Data Science And Information Technology?
414 students attend Newark School Of Data Science And Information Technology.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
61% of Newark School Of Data Science And Information Technology students are Black, 29% of students are Hispanic, 4% of students are White, 3% of students are Two or more races, 2% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are Hawaiian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Newark School Of Data Science And Information Technology?
Newark School Of Data Science And Information Technology has a student ration of 14:1, which is higher than the New Jersey state average of 11:1.
What grades does Newark School Of Data Science And Information Technology offer ?
Newark School Of Data Science And Information Technology offers enrollment in grades 9-12
What school district is Newark School Of Data Science And Information Technology part of?
Newark School Of Data Science And Information Technology is part of Newark Public School District.
In what neighborhood is Newark School Of Data Science And Information Technology located?
Newark School Of Data Science And Information Technology is located in the Lower Vailsburg neighborhood of Newark, NJ.
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