ARTS HIGH SCHOOL

ARTS HIGH SCHOOL is a Title I public high school that is part of the Newark Public School District school district, located in NEWARK, NJ with about 685 students offering grade levels from 7th Grade to 12th Grade. Student demographics can be found below. A Title I school provides supplemental financial assistance to school districts for children from low-income families. Its purpose is to provide all children significant opportunity to receive a fair, equitable, and high-quality education. With about 54 teachers, ARTS HIGH SCHOOL has a student/teacher ratio of about 12:1. 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.

ARTS HIGH SCHOOL, located at 550 Martin Luther King Jr. Blvd in Newark, New Jersey, is a historic institution known for being the first public ARTS HIGH SCHOOL in the United States. Founded in 1931, it holds a prestigious reputation for its dual-focus curriculum that combines rigorous academic instruction with intensive, professional-level training in the visual and performing arts. Students at the school pursue specialized majors—ranging from dance, drama, and vocal music to instrumental music, visual arts, and television production—while simultaneously preparing for success in higher education.

As a cornerstone of the Newark Public Schools district, ARTS HIGH SCHOOL serves as a creative hub that nurtures young talent from across the city. The school is characterized by its vibrant, performance-oriented culture, frequently hosting recitals, gallery exhibitions, and theatrical productions that showcase the students' artistic growth. By fostering an environment that emphasizes both intellectual discipline and creative expression, ARTS HIGH SCHOOL remains a critical landmark for students aspiring to pursue professional careers in the arts and beyond.

For more information, contact ARTS HIGH SCHOOL at (973) 733-7391 or visit the school personally to speak with a faculty or administrative member about any specific questions you may have.