Serving 72 students in grades 6-12, Catapult Academy 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 was <50% (which was higher than the New Jersey state average of 42%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts was <50% (which was lower than the New Jersey state average of 55%).
The student-teacher ratio of 4:1 was lower than the New Jersey state level of 11:1.
Minority enrollment was 37% of the student body (majority Black), which was lower than the New Jersey state average of 62% (majority Hispanic).
School Overview
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 6-12
Total Students
72 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
20 teachers
School Rankings
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
(17-18)<50%
42%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
(17-18)<50%
55%
Student-Teacher Ratio
4:1
11:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
1%
10%
Hispanic
13%
34%
Black
22%
15%
White
63%
38%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
1%
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
(17-18)11-19%
90%
Eligible for Free Lunch
47%
32%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
6%
6%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NJ Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
<50% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 42% NJ state average), while <50% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 55% NJ state average).
What is the graduation rate of Catapult Academy?
The graduation rate of Catapult Academy is 11-19%, which is lower than the New Jersey state average of 90%.
How many students attend Catapult Academy?
72 students attend Catapult Academy.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
63% of Catapult Academy students are White, 22% of students are Black, 13% of students are Hispanic, 1% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Catapult Academy?
Catapult Academy has a student ration of 4:1, which is lower than the New Jersey state average of 11:1.
What grades does Catapult Academy offer ?
Catapult Academy offers enrollment in grades 6-12
What school district is Catapult Academy part of?
Catapult Academy is part of Clay School District.
Recent Articles
Why Single-Sex Public Schools are Growing in Popularity
This article examines the growing trend of single-sex public schools in the United States. It explores the potential benefits, research findings, and controversies surrounding gender-specific education, as well as the factors driving its increasing popularity among parents and educators.
When Teachers Cheat: The Standardized Test Controversies
Teachers across the country are being accused of cheating on standardized tests, using erasers to conveniently change their students’ answers. However, are these teachers driven to cheat because the funding system is flawed?
When Field Trips Turn Deadly: Who is Responsible?
Recent deaths during field trips have parents and school officials questioning the safety of these excursions. Learn about these tragedies and what parameters should be in place to ensure a safe field trip.
