SCIENCE PARK HIGH SCHOOL

SCIENCE PARK 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 811 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 61 teachers, SCIENCE PARK HIGH SCHOOL has a student/teacher ratio of about 13:1. 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.

SCIENCE PARK HIGH SCHOOL, located at 260 Norfolk Street in Newark, New Jersey, is a prestigious magnet school within the Newark Public Schools district. It is widely recognized for its rigorous academic environment, specifically catering to high-achieving students with a strong interest in science, technology, engineering, and mathematics (STEM). The school serves students in grades 7 through 12, offering a challenging curriculum that emphasizes advanced coursework, including a robust selection of Advanced Placement (AP) classes designed to prepare students for top-tier university studies.

Beyond its academic focus, SCIENCE PARK HIGH SCHOOL is known for its competitive culture and commitment to excellence, consistently ranking among the top secondary schools in New Jersey. The institution prides itself on cultivating a community of scholars through dedicated faculty, specialized laboratory facilities, and a variety of extracurricular activities that foster leadership and intellectual growth. By bridging the gap between high school and higher education, the school plays a pivotal role in shaping the future of students aiming for careers in research, medicine, engineering, and beyond.

For more information, contact SCIENCE PARK HIGH SCHOOL at (973) 733-8689 or visit the school personally to speak with a faculty or administrative member about any specific questions you may have.

260 NORFOLK STREET
NEWARK, NJ 07102
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SCIENCE PARK HIGH SCHOOL is a public Title I school in NEWARK, NJ with about 811 enrolled students. See other public high schools in New Jersey

School Details

2017-2018
Level:
High School
Charter School:*
No
Total Students:
811
Teachers:
61
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
Title I schoolwide school
Virtual:
Not Virtual
Grade Levels Offered
7th Grade
8th Grade
9th Grade
10th Grade
11th Grade
12th Grade

* 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.

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School Demographics for 811 students

Hispanic/Latino
45.0%
Black or African American
33.4%
White
17.3%
Asian
3.2%
American Indian or Alaska Native
0.5%
Two or more races
0.4%
Native Hawaiian or Other Pacific Islander
0.2%

Female
56.1%
Male
43.9%

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.