Newark Arts High School is a four-year magnet public high school, serving students in Ninth through twelfth grades in Newark, in Essex County, in the U.S. state of New Jersey, operating as part of the Newark Public Schools. The school is located in the University Heights section of Newark.
Serving 598 students in grades 9-12, Arts High School 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 15-19% (which is lower than the New Jersey state average of 36%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 40-44% (which is lower than the New Jersey state average of 49%).
The student:teacher ratio of 11:1 is equal to the New Jersey state level of 11:1.
Minority enrollment is 93% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the New Jersey state average of 62% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 598 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 11:1
- Minority Enrollment: 93%
- Graduation Rate: ≥95% (Top 10% in NJ)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: 15-19% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 40-44% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 10-14% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NJ Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Arts High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in New Jersey for:
Category
Attribute
Graduation Rate
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
School Overview
Arts High School's student population of 598 students has declined by 5% over five school years.
The teacher population of 54 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
598 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
54 teachers
Year Founded
1931
Colors
White, Green, Grey
School Rankings
Arts High School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 2,201 schools in New Jersey (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Arts High School is 0.57, 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
#1556 out of 2201 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
15-19%
36%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-44%
49%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
10-14%
23%
Student : Teacher Ratio
11:1
11:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
n/a
10%
Hispanic
47%
34%
Black
46%
15%
White
7%
38%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
n/a
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
≥95%
85%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
57%
32%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
6%
6%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NJ Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Arts High School's ranking?
Arts High School is ranked #1556 out of 2,201 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in New Jersey.
What schools are Arts High School often compared to?
Arts High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Science Park High School, Technology High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
15-19% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 36% NJ state average), while 40-44% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 49% NJ state average).
What is the graduation rate of Arts High School?
The graduation rate of Arts High School is 95%, which is higher than the New Jersey state average of 85%.
How many students attend Arts High School?
598 students attend Arts High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
47% of Arts High School students are Hispanic, 46% of students are Black, and 7% of students are White.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Arts High School?
Arts High School has a student ration of 11:1, which is equal to the New Jersey state average of 11:1.
What grades does Arts High School offer ?
Arts High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Arts High School part of?
Arts High School is part of Newark Public School District.
In what neighborhood is Arts High School located?
Arts High School is located in the Springfield And Belmont neighborhood of Newark, NJ. There are 10 other public schools located in Springfield And Belmont.
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