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Kearny High School

336 Devon St, Kearny, NJ 07032, United States
+1 (201) 955-5050
http://www.kearnyschools.com
2.3
Overall Rating

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Kearny High School Overview

About This School

Kearny High School is a public high in Kearny, New Jersey, serving 1,825 students in grades 9-12. Academic results show that students demonstrate 30% proficiency in ELA and 15% proficiency in math. The school maintains a 12:1 student-teacher ratio with 142 teachers on staff, while the average teacher salary is $80,048. Guidance services are provided through a ratio of 202 students per counselor. Students at the school are 53% male and 47% female. The demographic makeup is 70% Hispanic, 25% White, 2% Asian, and 2% Black.

1,825
Total Students
Grade 9-12
12:1
Student-Teacher Ratio
142 full-time teachers

Academic Performance

Percentage of students who met or exceeded state standards

English Language Arts30%
Mathematics15%
Science0%

School Information

School Type
public
Grade Levels
Grade 9-12
County
Hudson County
Students per Counselor
202:1

Kearny High School Academics & Test Scores

Test Scores

State assessment results showing percentage of students proficient or above

30%
English Language Arts
City Avg: 39%State Avg: 50%
15%
Mathematics
City Avg: 24%State Avg: 38%
N/A
Science

Class Information

12:1
Student-Teacher Ratio
City Avg: 10.8:1
State Avg: 11.2:1
202
Students per Counselor

Kearny High School Teachers & Staff

Teaching Staff

Total Full-Time Teachers
142

Average Teacher Salary

$80,048
City Avg: $78,202
State Avg: $83,715

Based on state average salaries for full-time teachers

Support Staff

Student-Teacher Ratio12:1
Students per Counselor202:1

Kearny High School Student Demographics

Student Body

52.66%
Male
47.34%
Female
Total Enrollment: 1,825 students

Racial & Ethnic Diversity

White24.82%
Hispanic69.53%
Asian2.41%
Black2.41%
Two or More Races0.49%
Native American0%

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Frequently Asked Questions About Kearny High School

Q: What is Kearny High School?

A: Kearny High School is a high public located in Kearny.

Q: How many students attend Kearny High School?

A: Kearny High School has approximately 1,825 students enrolled.

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

A: The student-teacher ratio at Kearny High School is 12:1.

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Detailed Information about Kearny High School

Kearny High School is a public high in Kearny, New Jersey, serving 1,825 students in grades 9-12. Academic results show that students demonstrate 30% proficiency in ELA and 15% proficiency in math. The school maintains a 12:1 student-teacher ratio with 142 teachers on staff, while the average teacher salary is $80,048. Guidance services are provided through a ratio of 202 students per counselor. Students at the school are 53% male and 47% female. The demographic makeup is 70% Hispanic, 25% White, 2% Asian, and 2% Black.

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

Quick Facts about Kearny High School
School NameKearny High School
School Typepublic
Grade LevelsGrade 9-12
Location336 Devon St, Kearny, NJ 07032, Kearny, NJ
CountyHudson County
Phone+1 (201) 955-5050
Total Students1,825
Student-Teacher Ratio12:1
Full-Time Teachers142
Rating2.3/10
ELA Proficiency30%
Math Proficiency15%
Science Proficiency%

Frequently Asked Questions about Kearny High School

What is Kearny High School?

Kearny High School is a high public located in Kearny.

How many students attend Kearny High School?

Kearny High School has approximately 1,825 students enrolled.

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

The student-teacher ratio at Kearny High School is 12:1.

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