SCHOOL OF INFORMATION TECHNOLOGY

SCHOOL OF INFORMATION TECHNOLOGY is a Title I public high school that is part of the Paterson Public School District school district, located in PATERSON, NJ with about 746 students offering grade levels from 9th 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 56 teachers, SCHOOL OF INFORMATION TECHNOLOGY 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.

The SCHOOL OF INFORMATION TECHNOLOGY, located at 150 Park Avenue in Paterson, New Jersey, is a specialized educational facility focused on preparing students for careers in the rapidly evolving tech sector. By concentrating its curriculum on digital literacy, computer science, and technical proficiency, the institution aims to bridge the gap between secondary education and the workforce or higher education in the STEM fields. Its location in Paterson suggests a commitment to serving the local urban community by providing students with the technical tools and professional skills necessary to compete in a global, digital-driven economy.

Beyond standard academic instruction, the school likely emphasizes hands-on learning and practical application, ensuring that students are well-versed in the latest hardware, software, and networking standards. As an IT-focused institution, it serves as a pipeline for local talent, fostering an environment where students can develop critical thinking and problem-solving abilities—traits essential for success in programming, cybersecurity, systems administration, and other technology-related disciplines.

For more information, contact SCHOOL OF INFORMATION TECHNOLOGY at (973) 321-2490 or visit the school personally to speak with a faculty or administrative member about any specific questions you may have.

150 PARK AVENUE
PATERSON, NJ 07501
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SCHOOL OF INFORMATION TECHNOLOGY is a public Title I school in PATERSON, NJ with about 746 enrolled students. See other public high schools in New Jersey

School Details

2017-2018
Level:
High School
Charter School:*
No
Total Students:
746
Teachers:
56
NSLP Status:1
No
Qualified free lunch:
0
Qualified reduced-price lunch:
0
Title I Status:2
Title I schoolwide school
Virtual:
Not Virtual
Grade Levels Offered
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 746 students

The primary ethnicity of students attending SCHOOL OF INFORMATION TECHNOLOGY is predominantly Hispanic/Latino, representing about 85% of the student body.

Hispanic/Latino
85.0%
Black or African American
14.2%
Asian
0.4%
White
0.3%
Native Hawaiian or Other Pacific Islander
0.1%

Female
31.2%
Male
68.8%

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.