School Overview
The Academy of Technology Design (often associated with the Jersey City Public Schools system) is a specialized educational institution focused on integrating rigorous academic instruction with hands-on technical and design-based learning. Located in the heart of Jersey City, the school aims to bridge the gap between traditional curriculum and the demands of the modern workforce by emphasizing critical thinking, problem-solving, and digital literacy. Students are typically exposed to a project-based learning environment that encourages them to apply theoretical knowledge to real-world technological challenges, preparing them for future pathways in STEM fields.

Beyond its technical focus, the academy fosters a community-oriented environment that leverages its urban location to provide students with a unique perspective on innovation and industry. By prioritizing the intersection of design principles and emerging technology, the school seeks to cultivate versatile graduates who are not only technically proficient but also creative and adaptable. Its presence in Jersey City serves as a strategic hub for local students looking to develop the skills necessary to excel in an increasingly competitive, tech-driven global economy.
173
Total Students
3.1
Full-Time Teachers
55.8
Student/Teacher Ratio
67.1%
Free/Reduced Lunch
Student Demographics

Student Demographics Data Table

Student Demographics for Academy of Technology Design
Demographic Student Count
White29
Hispanic94
Black17
Asian24
Two or More7
Pacific Islander2
  • Hispanic
    94 (54.3 %)
  • White
    29 (16.8 %)
  • Asian
    24 (13.9 %)
  • Black
    17 (9.8 %)
  • Two or More
    7 (4.0 %)
  • Pacific Islander
    2 (1.2 %)
School Location
School Details
Status: Open
School Level: High School
School Type: Career and Technical School
Charter Status:* Public Non-Charter
Virtual Instruction: No virtual instruction
Shared Time Status: No
District: Hudson County Schools of Technology School District
Phone: (201)631-6331
Website: http://cphs.hcstonline.org/
Grade Range: 9th - 12th
Total Students: 173
Full-Time Teachers (FTE): 3.1
Pupil/Teacher Ratio: 55.8
NSLP Participation:1 No
Qualified Free Lunch: 96
Qualified Reduced Lunch: 20
Grades Taught
Grade 9 59
Grade 10 36
Grade 11 34
Grade 12 44

Grades Taught Data Table

Grades Taught and Student Counts for Academy of Technology Design
Grade Student Count
Grade 959
Grade 1036
Grade 1134
Grade 1244
Gender Ratio

Student Gender Ratio Data Table

Student Gender Ratio for Academy of Technology Design
Gender Student Count Percentage
Female10963%
Male6437%
Nearby High Schools (Within 10 Miles)