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East Orange Campus High School

High School · East Orange School District

344 PROSPECT STREET, East Orange, NJ 07017

Enrollment

1,751

Student-Teacher

17.3:1

Score

3.2

Grades

9th – 12th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

New Jersey schools

#2,435 of 2,466

In East Orange

#22 of 22

public schools

In district

#20 of 20

East Orange School District

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East Orange Campus High School

3.2/10

High School in East Orange · grades 9th – 12th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.

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About East Orange Campus High School

East Orange Campus High School is a public high school in East Orange, NJ, part of East Orange School District. East Orange Campus High School serves approximately 1,751 students, and covers grades 9th-12th, and has a 17.3:1 student-teacher ratio. East Orange Campus High School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 3.2 out of 10 and ranks #2,435 of 2,466 schools in NJ.

Structured state assessment records for East Orange Campus High School show 13% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 31% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).

How it compares2.6 pts below district
  • This school 3.2 · Needs Improvement
  • District avg 5.8
  • NJ avg 5.8

What Parents Should Know

48% of students at East Orange Campus High School were chronically absent in the 2022-23 school year, above the national average. Chronic absenteeism means missing 15 or more school days, and at high rates it drags on classroom pacing for everyone. Ask what the school does to help families get kids to class consistently.

Score Breakdown

Full Profile · 4/4 metrics
Student Progress4.2Below Average25%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data16
Annual Change-2.5 pts/yr
Data Period2009–2025
TrendDeclining
Academics1.6Needs Improvement25%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency3.3% (2025 NJSLA)
Reading/ELA Proficiency14.1% (2025 NJSLA)
Math vs. State Avg-38.2 pts
Reading vs. State Avg-44.1 pts
Overall Proficiency9% (2025 NJSLA, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)40% (model expectation from 2025 NJSLA)
vs. Expected-30.9 pts
Adjusted Percentile2th
College Readiness4.6Below Average30%
Graduation rates, AP course participation, and IB availability.
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4-Year Graduation Rate79%
AP Participation1.7%
IB ProgramNo
Resources & Environment1.6Needs Improvement20%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio17.3:1
Per-Pupil Spending$32,491
Chronic Absenteeism48%

East Orange Campus High School — Students at East Orange Campus High School score 9% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 40%).

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Equity & Diversity

Shown separately, not included in overall score

Free/Reduced Lunch

50.8%

Students qualifying for federal meal assistance

Test Scores NJ NJSLA (2024-25)

Math Proficiency 13.0% (multi-year average, 2009-2025)
School
State
42.8% (multi-year state average, 2024-2025)
ELA Proficiency 30.7% (multi-year average, 2009-2025)
School
State
54.1% (multi-year state average, 2024-2025)

Based on 32 test records from NJ state assessments. About our data

Proficiency Trend

↓ Declining

Average proficiency (% at or above grade level) across Math & ELA over time.

2009
Math
35%
ELA
53%
2010
Math
46%
ELA
61%
2011
Math
44%
ELA
68%
2012
Math
28%
ELA
58%
2013
Math
26%
ELA
68%
2014
Math
0.5%
ELA
3%
2015
Math
0.5%
ELA
12%
2016
Math
0.5%
ELA
12%
2017
Math
2%
ELA
14%
2018
Math
3%
ELA
12%
2019
Math
3%
ELA
12%
2020*
Math
4%
ELA
35%
2021*
Math
4%
ELA
35%
2022
Math
4%
ELA
16%
2024
Math
4.8%
ELA
17.6%
2025
Math
3.3%
ELA
14.1%

* COVID-affected year — test participation was uneven nationwide. This data is weighted at 50% in the Growth score calculation.

Source: EdFacts (NCES) and state assessment data. Growth score: 4.2/10.

How East Orange Campus High School Compares

See how East Orange Campus High School performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.

Overall Score
3.2/10
1th percentile in NJ
Academic
1.6/10
Needs Improvement
Growth
4.2/10
Below Average
Environment
1.6/10
Needs Improvement
AP Courses
2
State avg: 3.2
Sports
18
9 boys' · 9 girls'
Advanced STEM
4/5
Subjects offered

Funding & Resources

Free/Reduced Lunch
Students eligible for subsidized meals
51%
Teaching Staff
17:1 student-teacher ratio
101 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
48.0%

Programs & Offerings

AP/IB Programs2 AP courses offered
1.7% participation·State avg: 3.2 AP courses·CRDC 2021-22
Athletics18sports offered
9 boys'·9 girls'·20 teams (incl. JV)·CRDC 2021-22
Advanced STEM Courses4 of 5 advanced subjects offered
Algebra II, Advanced Math, Calculus, Chemistry, Physics·CRDC 2021-22

Data as of 2021-22 · Source: CRDC via Urban Institute · Learn more

Location

344 PROSPECT STREET, East Orange, NJ 07017

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering East Orange Campus High School may also want to explore other high schools in the area. East Orange STEM Academy High School (rated 7.1/10, 0.3 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Cicely L. Tyson Community Middle/High School (rated 7.0/10, 0.8 miles away), which scores notably higher. For more schools in East Orange, see our East Orange schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 1.2 mi
School Distance Rating
Wahlstrom Early Childhood Academy East Orange 0.1 mi 6.8
John L. Costley Middle School East Orange 0.2 mi 4.6
Sojourner Truth Middle School East Orange 0.2 mi 4.5
Patrick F. Healy Middle School East Orange 0.3 mi 3.7
East Orange STEM Academy High School East Orange 0.3 mi 7.1
Edward T. Bowser Sr. School of Excellence East Orange 0.3 mi 3.4
Whitney E. Houston Academy East Orange 0.4 mi 6.9
Johnnie L. Cochran Jr. Academy East Orange 0.6 mi 5.3
J. Garfield Jackson Sr. Academy East Orange 0.5 mi 7.5
Shelia Y. Oliver Academy East Orange 0.6 mi 7.6
Watsessing Elementary School Bloomfield 0.7 mi 6.1
Althea Gibson Academy East Orange 0.7 mi 6.9
Cicely L. Tyson Community Middle/High School East Orange 0.8 mi 7.0
Cicely L. Tyson Community Elementary School East Orange 0.9 mi 6.7
East Orange Community Charter School East Orange 0.7 mi 5.9
Park Avenue Elementary School Orange 0.9 mi 4.8
Gordon Parks Academy East Orange 1.1 mi 4.1
Mildred Barry Garvin Elementary East Orange 1.2 mi 7.9
Carteret Elementary School Bloomfield 0.9 mi 7.6
Linden Avenue School Glen Ridge 1.2 mi 5.6

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 07017 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$61,552

Median Home Value

$316,700

Median Rent

$1,346/mo

Population

40,809

College Educated

21.8%

Homeownership

31.3%

Avg Commute

37.9 min

Poverty Rate

17.4%

Median Age

36.2

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Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about East Orange Campus High School

What grades does East Orange Campus High School serve?

East Orange Campus High School serves students in grades 9th through 12th.

How many students attend East Orange Campus High School?

East Orange Campus High School has an enrollment of approximately 1,751 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at East Orange Campus High School?

The student-teacher ratio at East Orange Campus High School is 17.3:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does East Orange Campus High School rank in NJ?

East Orange Campus High School ranks #2,435 of 2,466 schools in NJ.

What is East Orange Campus High School's MySchoolScout rating?

East Orange Campus High School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 3.2 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.

What are the test scores at East Orange Campus High School?

Based on loaded state assessment records, East Orange Campus High School has 13% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 31% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).

Is East Orange Campus High School a charter school?

No, East Orange Campus High School is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.

Is East Orange Campus High School a Title I school?

No, East Orange Campus High School is not currently a Title I school.

What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for East Orange Campus High School?

50.8% of students at East Orange Campus High School qualify for free or reduced-price lunch. This is a commonly used indicator of economic need and provides important context when interpreting test scores.

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Neighborhood Context

Walk Score
66 Somewhat Walkable
Transit Score
54 Good Transit
Bike Score
43 Somewhat Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
9th – 12th
Enrollment
1,751
Student-Teacher Ratio
17.3:1
Teachers (FTE)
101
Free/Reduced Lunch
50.8%
Type
regular
Setting
Large Suburb
County
Essex County
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
48.0%
4-Year Graduation
79.0%

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