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University High School

55 Clinton Pl, Newark, NJ 07108, United States
+1 (973) 374-3190
http://www.nps.k12.nj.us/uni
2.7
Overall Rating

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University High School Overview

About This School

University High School is a public high in Newark, New Jersey, serving 426 students in grades 8-12. Academic results show that students demonstrate proficiency levels of 47% in ELA and 8% in math. The school maintains a staff of 36 teachers with an average salary of $77,741 and a student-teacher ratio of 11:1. Additionally, the school provides guidance services with a ratio of 142 students per counselor. The student body at University High School is composed of 61% female and 39% male students. Regarding ethnicity, the population is 77% Black, 21% Hispanic, 1% White, and 1% Asian.

426
Total Students
Grade 8-12
11:1
Student-Teacher Ratio
36 full-time teachers

Academic Performance

Percentage of students who met or exceeded state standards

English Language Arts47%
Mathematics7.5%
Science0%

School Information

School Type
public
Grade Levels
Grade 8-12
County
Essex County
Students per Counselor
142:1

University High School Academics & Test Scores

Test Scores

State assessment results showing percentage of students proficient or above

47%
English Language Arts
City Avg: 31%State Avg: 50%
7.5%
Mathematics
City Avg: 17%State Avg: 38%
N/A
Science

Class Information

11:1
Student-Teacher Ratio
City Avg: 15.3:1
State Avg: 11.2:1
142
Students per Counselor

University High School Teachers & Staff

Teaching Staff

Total Full-Time Teachers
36

Average Teacher Salary

$77,741
City Avg: $76,011
State Avg: $83,715

Based on state average salaries for full-time teachers

Support Staff

Student-Teacher Ratio11:1
Students per Counselor142:1

University High School Student Demographics

Student Body

39.44%
Male
60.56%
Female
Total Enrollment: 426 students

Racial & Ethnic Diversity

White0.7%
Hispanic20.89%
Asian0.94%
Black77%
Two or More Races0%
Native American0.23%

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Frequently Asked Questions About University High School

Q: What is University High School?

A: University High School is a high public located in Newark.

Q: How many students attend University High School?

A: University High School has approximately 426 students enrolled.

Q: What is the student-teacher ratio at University High School?

A: The student-teacher ratio at University High School is 11:1.

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Detailed Information about University High School

University High School is a public high in Newark, New Jersey, serving 426 students in grades 8-12. Academic results show that students demonstrate proficiency levels of 47% in ELA and 8% in math. The school maintains a staff of 36 teachers with an average salary of $77,741 and a student-teacher ratio of 11:1. Additionally, the school provides guidance services with a ratio of 142 students per counselor. The student body at University High School is composed of 61% female and 39% male students. Regarding ethnicity, the population is 77% Black, 21% Hispanic, 1% White, and 1% Asian.

Data sourced from NCES, CCD, and state education agencies. Last verified: . See methodology →
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About University High School - Newark, NJ

Quick Facts about University High School
School NameUniversity High School
School Typepublic
Grade LevelsGrade 8-12
Location55 Clinton Pl, Newark, NJ 07108, Newark, NJ
CountyEssex County
Phone+1 (973) 374-3190
Total Students426
Student-Teacher Ratio11:1
Full-Time Teachers36
Rating2.7/10
ELA Proficiency47%
Math Proficiency7.5%
Science Proficiency%

Frequently Asked Questions about University High School

What is University High School?

University High School is a high public located in Newark.

How many students attend University High School?

University High School has approximately 426 students enrolled.

What is the student-teacher ratio at University High School?

The student-teacher ratio at University High School is 11:1.

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