Academy of the Arts at Henry Snyder High School is a four-year performing arts public high school serving students in ninth through twelfth grades, located in the Greenville section of Jersey City, in the U.S. state of New Jersey, operating as part of the Jersey City Public Schools.
Serving 747 students in grades 9-12, Henry Snyder 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 3% (which is lower than the New Jersey state average of 38%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 15% (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 98% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the New Jersey state average of 62% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 747 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 11:1
- Minority Enrollment: 98%
- Graduation Rate: 59% (Btm 50% in NJ)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: 3% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 15% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 24% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NJ Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Henry Snyder High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in New Jersey for:
Category
Attribute
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
School Overview
Henry Snyder High School's student population of 747 students has declined by 12% over five school years.
The teacher population of 69 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
747 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
69 teachers
School Rankings
Henry Snyder High School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 2,184 schools in New Jersey (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Henry Snyder High School is 0.54, 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
#2148 out of 2184 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
3%
38%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
15%
49%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
24%
23%
Student : Teacher Ratio
11:1
11:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
4%
10%
Hispanic
30%
34%
Black
61%
15%
White
2%
38%
Hawaiian
2%
n/a
Two or more races
1%
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
59%
85%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
58%
32%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
2%
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 Henry Snyder High School's ranking?
Henry Snyder High School is ranked #2148 out of 2,184 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in New Jersey.
What schools are Henry Snyder High School often compared to?
Henry Snyder High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like James J Ferris High School, Lincoln High School, William L Dickinson High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
3% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 38% NJ state average), while 15% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 49% NJ state average).
What is the graduation rate of Henry Snyder High School?
The graduation rate of Henry Snyder High School is 59%, which is lower than the New Jersey state average of 85%.
How many students attend Henry Snyder High School?
747 students attend Henry Snyder High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
61% of Henry Snyder High School students are Black, 30% of students are Hispanic, 4% of students are Asian, 2% of students are White, 2% of students are Hawaiian, and 1% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Henry Snyder High School?
Henry Snyder High School has a student ration of 11:1, which is equal to the New Jersey state average of 11:1.
What grades does Henry Snyder High School offer ?
Henry Snyder High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Henry Snyder High School part of?
Henry Snyder High School is part of Jersey City School District.
In what neighborhood is Henry Snyder High School located?
Henry Snyder High School is located in the Greenville neighborhood of Jersey City, NJ. There are 10 other public schools located in Greenville.
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