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Weequahic High School

279 Chancellor Ave, Newark, NJ 07112, United States
+1 (973) 705-3923
http://www.nps.k12.nj.us/weq
1.0
Overall Rating

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Weequahic High School Overview

About This School

Weequahic High School is a public high in Newark, New Jersey, serving 592 students in grades 9-12. Academic results show that students demonstrate 8% proficiency in ELA and 5% proficiency in math. The school maintains a student-teacher ratio of 16:1 with 36 teachers on staff, while the average teacher salary is $77,741. Additionally, the school provides guidance services with a ratio of 148 students per counselor. Students at Weequahic High School are evenly split between male and female populations. The student body is 85% Black, 12% Hispanic, 1% White, and 1% identifying as two or more races.

592
Total Students
Grade 9-12
16:1
Student-Teacher Ratio
36 full-time teachers

Academic Performance

Percentage of students who met or exceeded state standards

English Language Arts7.5%
Mathematics5%
Science0%

School Information

School Type
public
Grade Levels
Grade 9-12
County
Essex County
Students per Counselor
148:1

Weequahic High School Academics & Test Scores

Test Scores

State assessment results showing percentage of students proficient or above

7.5%
English Language Arts
City Avg: 31%State Avg: 50%
5%
Mathematics
City Avg: 17%State Avg: 38%
N/A
Science

Class Information

16:1
Student-Teacher Ratio
City Avg: 15.3:1
State Avg: 11.2:1
148
Students per Counselor

Weequahic 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 Ratio16:1
Students per Counselor148:1

Weequahic High School Student Demographics

Student Body

50.17%
Male
49.83%
Female
Total Enrollment: 592 students

Racial & Ethnic Diversity

White0.84%
Hispanic12.16%
Asian0%
Black84.97%
Two or More Races1.18%
Native American0.17%

Weequahic High School Reviews

Frequently Asked Questions About Weequahic High School

Q: What is Weequahic High School?

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

Q: How many students attend Weequahic High School?

A: Weequahic High School has approximately 592 students enrolled.

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

A: The student-teacher ratio at Weequahic High School is 16:1.

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Detailed Information about Weequahic High School

Weequahic High School is a public high in Newark, New Jersey, serving 592 students in grades 9-12. Academic results show that students demonstrate 8% proficiency in ELA and 5% proficiency in math. The school maintains a student-teacher ratio of 16:1 with 36 teachers on staff, while the average teacher salary is $77,741. Additionally, the school provides guidance services with a ratio of 148 students per counselor. Students at Weequahic High School are evenly split between male and female populations. The student body is 85% Black, 12% Hispanic, 1% White, and 1% identifying as two or more races.

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

Quick Facts about Weequahic High School
School NameWeequahic High School
School Typepublic
Grade LevelsGrade 9-12
Location279 Chancellor Ave, Newark, NJ 07112, Newark, NJ
CountyEssex County
Phone+1 (973) 705-3923
Total Students592
Student-Teacher Ratio16:1
Full-Time Teachers36
Rating1/10
ELA Proficiency7.5%
Math Proficiency5%
Science Proficiency%

Frequently Asked Questions about Weequahic High School

What is Weequahic High School?

Weequahic High School is a high public located in Newark.

How many students attend Weequahic High School?

Weequahic High School has approximately 592 students enrolled.

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

The student-teacher ratio at Weequahic High School is 16:1.

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