J. CHRISTIAN BOLLWAGE FINANCE ACADEMY
J. Christian Bollwage Finance Academy is a public high school that is part of the Elizabeth Public Schools school district, located in Elizabeth, NJ with about 396 students offering grade levels from 9th Grade to 12th Grade. With about 23 teachers, J. Christian Bollwage Finance Academy has a student/teacher ratio of about 17:1. The national average for public schools is about 15:1. A lower student/teacher ratio is a key factor that determines how much a teacher can devote his/her time to each individual student thus improving, or reducing (in the event of a higher student/teacher ratio) the attention each student is given for their educational needs.
The J. Christian Bollwage Finance Academy, located in Elizabeth, New Jersey, is a specialized magnet high school dedicated to preparing students for future careers in the fields of business, finance, and economics. As part of the Elizabeth Public Schools district, the academy integrates a rigorous academic curriculum with a career-focused approach. Students benefit from a structured environment that emphasizes financial literacy, professional development, and real-world application, aiming to bridge the gap between high school education and the expectations of the global corporate marketplace.
Beyond core academic subjects, the school distinguishes itself through partnerships with local businesses and financial institutions, providing students with unique networking opportunities, internships, and mentorship programs. The academy’s culture is designed to cultivate leadership, analytical thinking, and civic responsibility, ensuring that graduates are not only equipped with technical financial knowledge but are also prepared for the challenges of higher education and the modern workforce.
For more information, contact J. Christian Bollwage Finance Academy at (908) 436-6503 or visit the school personally to speak with a faculty or administrative member about any specific questions you may have.
Elizabeth, NJ 07202
(908) 436-6503
J. CHRISTIAN BOLLWAGE FINANCE ACADEMY is a public school in Elizabeth, NJ with about 396 enrolled students. See other public high schools in New Jersey
School Details
- Level:
- High School
- Charter School:*
- No
- District:
- Elizabeth Public Schools
- Total Students:
- 396
- Teachers:
- 23
- NSLP Status:1
- Yes participating without using any Provision or the CEO
- Qualified free lunch:
- 0
- Qualified reduced-price lunch:
- 0
- Title I Status:2
- Not a Title I school
- Virtual:
- Not Virtual
* A public charter school is a publicly funded school that is typically governed by a group or organization under a legislative contract with the state, the district, or another entity. The charter exempts the school from certain state or local rules and regulations.
1 The National School Lunch Program (NSLP) provides eligible students with free or reduced-price lunch
2 Title I, Part A (Title I) of the Elementary and Secondary Education Act provides supplemental financial assistance to school districts for children from low-income families.
School Demographics for 396 students
The primary ethnicity of students attending J. CHRISTIAN BOLLWAGE FINANCE ACADEMY is predominantly Hispanic/Latino, representing about 73% of the student body.
- Hispanic/Latino
- 72.7%
- Black or African American
- 21.2%
- White
- 5.3%
- Asian
- 0.8%
- Female
- 38.4%
- Male
- 61.6%
Data for school year 2017-2018 — The information found on this website was provided in part by the U.S. Department of Education, U.S. Census Bureau, the Bureau of Labor and Statistics & various other external sources. We do not verify the contents of the information provided and therefore, cannot guarantee the accuracy of the information displayed on this website.