At a glance
Reported students
2,046
NCES CCD 2024–25
Teachers (FTE)
134.5
NCES CCD 2024–25
Student–teacher ratio
15.2:1
Calculated; not a class-size measure
Grades served
09–12
NCES preliminary directory 2025–26
School benchmarks
New Jersey high enrollment
93rd percentile
Compared with 464 same-level schools reporting enrollment.
District median enrollment
592.5
East Side High School: 2,046 reported students.
State peer staffing position
91st percentile
15.2:1 reported; state peer median 12.1:1. Ratio is not class size.
Historical enrollment and staffing · CRDC 2021–22
These older figures are kept separate from 2024–25 statistics and benchmarks. Differences between years can reflect changes in enrollment, staffing, or reporting scope.
- Students
- 2,164
- Teachers (FTE)
- 159
- Student–teacher ratio
- 13.6:1
What the reported data says about East Side High School
East Side High School is a public high school serving grades 09–12 in Newark. It is one of 65 current school records connected to Newark Public School District. NCES reports 2,046 students for 2024–25.
Among 464 high schools in New Jersey with comparable records, this school is larger than the reported median of 783 students. Its enrollment is at approximately the 93rd percentile for that peer group. Size describes the campus, not instructional quality.
The reported student–teacher ratio is 15.2:1, above the New Jersey median of 12.1:1 for the same school level. This ratio uses total enrollment and teacher FTE; it is not an average classroom headcount and can be affected by special programs or part-time staffing.
The largest reported race and ethnicity groups are Hispanic or Latino (79%) and White (16%). English learners represent 37% of enrollment. Students served under IDEA represent 16.3%. These figures help families understand who the school serves; they are not rating inputs.
The 2021–22 civil-rights collection reports AP student enrollment, gifted and talented programming, computer science. The school reported 11 AP courses. Program availability changes, so families should confirm the current catalog and participation rules directly with the school.
Questions worth asking East Side High School
- 1How do the reported 15.2:1 student–teacher ratio and 134.5 teacher FTE translate into actual class sizes by grade?
- 2Have the reported academic programs changed since the 2021–22 CRDC collection?
- 3What counseling support is available today? The school reported 11 counselor FTE in 2021–22.
- 4What meal assistance, transportation, after-school, and family-support services are currently available?
Enrollment needs
- English learners
- 37%
- Students with disabilities
- 16.3%
- Free/reduced-price lunch
- 77.2%
- Lunch program
- Yes participating without using any Provision or the CEO
Reported support staff
- Counselors (FTE)
- 11
- Nurses (FTE)
- 5
- Psychologists (FTE)
- 0
- Social workers (FTE)
- 4
CRDC 2021–22 full-time-equivalent counts; verify current assignments with the school.
Student demographics
Race and ethnicity share of reported enrollment
- White16%
- Hispanic79%
- Black4.5%
- Asian0.3%
- American Indian / Alaska Native0%
- Native Hawaiian / Pacific Islander0%
- Multiracial0.1%
Race/ethnicity: NCES CCD 2024–25. English learner and disability context: CRDC 2021–22. Lunch eligibility: NCES CCD 2024–25. Privacy rules can produce missing values.
Programs reported by the school
AP student enrollment
Students enrolled
11 distinct courses reported
Gifted and talented
Offered
Computer science
Offered
CRDC 2021–22: the AP flag records student enrollment; gifted and computer-science fields describe reported programs/classes. Confirm current courses and eligibility with the school.
Other schools in Newark Public School District
Start with campuses at the same school level or with similar reported enrollment.
Barringer High School
High · Grades 09–12
1,894 reported students
Central High School
High · Grades 09–12
1,051 reported students
Science Park High School
High · Grades 07–12
964 reported students
Technology High School
High · Grades 09–12
662 reported students
Arts High School
High · Grades 09–12
611 reported students
Weequahic High School
High · Grades 09–12
592 reported students
Public schools near East Side High School
Closest campuses by straight-line distance between NCES geocodes, favoring the same school level. Distance is not drive time or an attendance assignment.
| School | Grades | Students | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Arts High School High · Newark Public School District | 09–12 | 611 | 1.3 mi |
| American History High School High · Newark Public School District | 09–12 | 386 | 1.5 mi |
| Essex County Newark Tech High · Essex County Schools of Technology | 09–12 | 606 | 1.6 mi |
| Newark Vocational High School High · Newark Public School District | 09–12 | 591 | 1.8 mi |
| Malcolm X Shabazz High School High · Newark Public School District | 09–12 | 531 | 1.8 mi |
| Science Park High School High · Newark Public School District | 07–12 | 964 | 1.8 mi |
Frequently asked questions about East Side High School
What grades does East Side High School serve?
East Side High School reports grades 09–12 in the NCES 2025–26 preliminary directory. It is classified as a high school in Newark Public School District.
How many students attend East Side High School?
East Side High School reported 2,046 students in the NCES 2024–25 membership file. That places it near the 93rd percentile among 464 New Jersey high schools reporting enrollment. The 2021–22 civil-rights collection recorded 2,164 students.
What is the student–teacher ratio at East Side High School?
The calculated ratio is 15.2:1, based on 2,046 students and 134.5 full-time-equivalent classroom teachers in 2024–25. The New Jersey median for the same school level is 12.1:1. A ratio is not the same as average class size.
Is East Side High School a public, charter, or magnet school?
East Side High School is a public school and is not a charter school. Enrollment is generally based on Newark Public School District attendance boundaries and transfer rules.
What share of East Side High School students qualify for free or reduced-price meals?
77.2% of students were eligible for free or reduced-price lunch in 2024–25. This describes the students served and is not a quality measure.
Which school district is East Side High School in?
East Side High School is part of Newark Public School District, based in Newark, NJ, which operates 65 current schools. Confirm attendance zones and enrollment rules with the district.
What public schools are near East Side High School?
The closest public schools by straight-line distance include Arts High School (1.3 mi), American History High School (1.5 mi), Essex County Newark Tech (1.6 mi). Distance does not determine eligibility; attendance boundaries and program rules do.