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West Side High School

403 South Orange Avenue, Newark, NJ 07103, United States
+1 (973) 733-7019
http://www.nps.k12.nj.us/wsd
1.0
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West Side High School Overview

About This School

West Side High School is a public high in Newark, New Jersey, serving 541 students in grades 9-12. Academic results show that students demonstrate 12% proficiency in ELA and 5% proficiency in math. The school maintains a 12:1 student-teacher ratio with 43 teachers on staff, while the average teacher salary is $77,741. Guidance services are provided through a ratio of 135 students per counselor. The student body at West Side High School is 52% male and 48% female. In terms of ethnicity, the population is 81% Black, 18% Hispanic, and 1% identifying as two or more races.

541
Total Students
Grade 9-12
12:1
Student-Teacher Ratio
43 full-time teachers

Academic Performance

Percentage of students who met or exceeded state standards

English Language Arts12%
Mathematics5%
Science0%

School Information

School Type
public
Grade Levels
Grade 9-12
County
Essex County
Students per Counselor
135:1

West Side High School Academics & Test Scores

Test Scores

State assessment results showing percentage of students proficient or above

12%
English Language Arts
City Avg: 31%State Avg: 50%
5%
Mathematics
City Avg: 17%State Avg: 38%
N/A
Science

Class Information

12:1
Student-Teacher Ratio
City Avg: 15.3:1
State Avg: 11.2:1
135
Students per Counselor

West Side High School Teachers & Staff

Teaching Staff

Total Full-Time Teachers
43

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 Ratio12:1
Students per Counselor135:1

West Side High School Student Demographics

Student Body

51.94%
Male
48.06%
Female
Total Enrollment: 541 students

Racial & Ethnic Diversity

White0.37%
Hispanic17.74%
Asian0.37%
Black80.59%
Two or More Races0.74%
Native American0.18%

West Side High School Reviews

Frequently Asked Questions About West Side High School

Q: What is West Side High School?

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

Q: How many students attend West Side High School?

A: West Side High School has approximately 541 students enrolled.

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

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

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Detailed Information about West Side High School

West Side High School is a public high in Newark, New Jersey, serving 541 students in grades 9-12. Academic results show that students demonstrate 12% proficiency in ELA and 5% proficiency in math. The school maintains a 12:1 student-teacher ratio with 43 teachers on staff, while the average teacher salary is $77,741. Guidance services are provided through a ratio of 135 students per counselor. The student body at West Side High School is 52% male and 48% female. In terms of ethnicity, the population is 81% Black, 18% Hispanic, 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 West Side High School - Newark, NJ

Quick Facts about West Side High School
School NameWest Side High School
School Typepublic
Grade LevelsGrade 9-12
Location403 South Orange Avenue, Newark, NJ 07103, Newark, NJ
CountyEssex County
Phone+1 (973) 733-7019
Total Students541
Student-Teacher Ratio12:1
Full-Time Teachers43
Rating1/10
ELA Proficiency12%
Math Proficiency5%
Science Proficiency%

Frequently Asked Questions about West Side High School

What is West Side High School?

West Side High School is a high public located in Newark.

How many students attend West Side High School?

West Side High School has approximately 541 students enrolled.

What is the student-teacher ratio at West Side High School?

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

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