Paterson STEAM High School
295 Students
High School 9th - 12th
School Overview
The **School of Health Science**, located at 5-7 Colt St in Paterson, New Jersey, is a specialized educational institution focused on preparing students for entry-level and technical careers within the healthcare industry. Situated in the heart of Paterson, the school serves as a localized hub for vocational training, aiming to bridge the gap between secondary education and the clinical workforce. Its curriculum is designed to provide students with the foundational medical knowledge, hands-on clinical skills, and professional certifications necessary to pursue roles such as certified nursing assistants, medical assistants, or other allied health support positions.
By offering a concentrated learning environment, the school emphasizes practical application and workforce readiness, catering largely to individuals seeking efficient paths to employment in the expanding healthcare sector. The institution plays a vital role in the community by addressing local labor demands and providing students with the essential credentials required to succeed in high-demand medical environments. Its focus remains on accessibility and career development, ensuring that residents of Paterson and surrounding areas have the opportunity to acquire the expertise needed to support the regional healthcare system.
By offering a concentrated learning environment, the school emphasizes practical application and workforce readiness, catering largely to individuals seeking efficient paths to employment in the expanding healthcare sector. The institution plays a vital role in the community by addressing local labor demands and providing students with the essential credentials required to succeed in high-demand medical environments. Its focus remains on accessibility and career development, ensuring that residents of Paterson and surrounding areas have the opportunity to acquire the expertise needed to support the regional healthcare system.
295
Total Students
31.0
Full-Time Teachers
9.5
Student/Teacher Ratio
83.1%
Free/Reduced Lunch
Student Demographics
Student Demographics Data Table
| Demographic | Student Count |
|---|---|
| White | 16 |
| Hispanic | 200 |
| Black | 72 |
| Asian | 7 |
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Hispanic200 (67.8 %)
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Black72 (24.4 %)
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White16 (5.4 %)
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Asian7 (2.4 %)
School Location
School Details
| Status: | Open |
|---|---|
| School Level: | High School |
| School Type: | Regular School |
| Charter Status:* | Public Non-Charter |
| Virtual Instruction: | No virtual instruction |
| Shared Time Status: | No |
| District: | Paterson Public School District |
| Phone: | (973)321-0560 |
| Website: | http://harp-pps-nj.schoolloop.com/ |
| Grade Range: | 9th - 12th |
| Total Students: | 295 |
| Full-Time Teachers (FTE): | 31.0 |
| Pupil/Teacher Ratio: | 9.5 |
| NSLP Participation:1 | Yes under Community Eligibility Option (CEO) |
| Qualified Free Lunch: | 240 |
| Qualified Reduced Lunch: | 5 |
Grades Taught
Grade 9
118
Grade 10
49
Grade 11
65
Grade 12
63
Grades Taught Data Table
| Grade | Student Count |
|---|---|
| Grade 9 | 118 |
| Grade 10 | 49 |
| Grade 11 | 65 |
| Grade 12 | 63 |
Gender Ratio
Student Gender Ratio Data Table
| Gender | Student Count | Percentage |
|---|---|---|
| Female | 194 | 65.8% |
| Male | 101 | 34.2% |
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