Essex County Schools of Technology School District
School District · Newark, New Jersey
Avg Rating
7.0
out of 10
Schools
3
3 high
Per-Pupil Spending
$32,080
Student-Teacher Ratio
11.2:1
Avg Rating
7.0
out of 10
Schools
3
3 high
Per-Pupil Spending
$32,080
Student-Teacher Ratio
11.2:1
Evaluating Essex County Schools of Technology?
A district shares budget, policy, and attendance zones across its schools — use this page to judge Essex County Schools of Technology as a whole, then compare how its individual schools differ.
Shortlist starter
Start with these real page-level signals, then use the full table and map below.
Essex County Donald M. Payne Sr. School of Technology
Newark · High. Compare this profile against district averages, level fit, and attendance-zone reality below.
Essex County Newark Tech
Newark · High. Compare this profile against district averages, level fit, and attendance-zone reality below.
Essex County West Caldwell Tech
West Caldwell · High. Compare this profile against district averages, level fit, and attendance-zone reality below.
How this district compares
New Jersey rank
#130 of 398
districts by avg. composite
Vs. state average
+0.7
above New Jersey avg
Per-pupil spending
$32,080
+$6,471 vs New Jersey median
District size
2,053 students
Typical than New Jersey median
The short answer
Essex County Schools of Technology ranks #130 of 398 New Jersey districts by overall school rating. Essex County Schools of Technology's schools with real test data average 7.0/10 across 3 schools. Its top-rated schools are Essex County Donald M. Payne Sr. School of Technology (7.4/10), Essex County Newark Tech (7.2/10), and Essex County West Caldwell Tech (6.5/10). Schools with estimated (proxy) scores are excluded from this ranking.
Top-Rated Schools in Essex County Schools of Technology
Ranked by MySchoolScout composite rating using only schools with real test data (3 of 3). "Value" = points above what student poverty predicts. Estimated (proxy) scores are excluded.
| # | School | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Essex County Donald M. Payne Sr. School of Technology | 7.4 / 10 |
| 2 | Essex County Newark Tech | 7.2 / 10 |
| 3 | Essex County West Caldwell Tech | 6.5 / 10 |
See all 3 schools — including those with estimated data — in the full directory below. How we rate schools.
About Essex County Schools of Technology
Essex County Schools of Technology is a Newark, New Jersey school district serving 3 schools. The district educates 2,053 students with a student-teacher ratio of 11.2:1. The district invests $32,080 per student annually.
With an average rating of 7.0/10, Essex County Schools of Technology is among the strongest-performing districts in the state.
The highest-rated school in the district is Essex County Donald M. Payne Sr. School of Technology, which has a composite score of 7.4/10.
In standardized testing, Essex County Schools of Technology students show an average math proficiency of 39.7% and ELA proficiency of 67.0%.
The district includes 3 high schools.
District Map
Schools in Essex County Schools of Technology, colored by MySchoolScout rank. Click a pin for details.
District Average Test Scores
Average proficiency across all schools in Essex County Schools of Technology with test data.
Schools in Essex County Schools of Technology
3 schoolsDistrict Details
- State
- New Jersey
- City
- Newark
- Total Enrollment
- 2,053
- Teachers (FTE)
- 183
- Child Poverty Rate
- 0.2%
- Data Year
- 2023
Frequently Asked Questions
How many schools are in Essex County Schools of Technology?
Essex County Schools of Technology has 3 schools in total — 3 high schools. You can explore each school's ratings and details on this page.
What is the average rating for Essex County Schools of Technology?
The average composite rating for Essex County Schools of Technology is 7.0/10. This score is calculated from the individual ratings of all schools with academic data in the district.
What is the per-pupil spending in Essex County Schools of Technology?
Essex County Schools of Technology spends $32,080 per student per year.
What is the student-teacher ratio in Essex County Schools of Technology?
The average student-teacher ratio in Essex County Schools of Technology is 11.2:1.
What is the top-rated school in Essex County Schools of Technology?
Essex County Donald M. Payne Sr. School of Technology is the highest-rated school in Essex County Schools of Technology with a composite score of 7.4/10.
What are the test scores in Essex County Schools of Technology?
Across schools in Essex County Schools of Technology with test data, the average math proficiency is 39.7% and the average ELA (reading/writing) proficiency is 67.0%. These figures represent the percentage of students meeting or exceeding grade-level standards.
How does Essex County Schools of Technology compare to other districts in New Jersey?
Essex County Schools of Technology has an average school rating of 7.0/10 across 3 schools. Families can compare this to other districts in New Jersey by visiting individual district pages. Factors like school size, available programs, and community demographics also play a role in choosing the right fit.
How does MySchoolScout rate schools?
MySchoolScout ratings blend student growth, poverty-adjusted academic performance, and learning environment — plus college readiness for high schools. Weights vary by school level, and equity data is shown for context without being factored into the score. Learn more about our rating system on our methodology page.
District Averages
- Overall Rating
- 7.0/10
- Math Proficiency
- 39.7%
- ELA Proficiency
- 67.0%
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Data from NCES Common Core of Data, New Jersey Dept. of Education, and U.S. Census ACS for the 2023–24 school year. Rankings computed by MySchoolScout. See all data sources.
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