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Newcomers High School
High School · Paterson Public School District
151 Ellison Street, Paterson, NJ 07501
Enrollment
82
Student-Teacher
16.4:1
Grades
9th – 12th
Enrollment
82
Student-Teacher
16.4:1
Grades
9th – 12th
Updated
2022-23
Updated 2022-23
About Newcomers High School
Newcomers High School is a public high school in Paterson, NJ, part of the Paterson Public School District. The school serves approximately 82 students in grades 9th – 12th with a student-teacher ratio of 16.4:1. Students demonstrate 0% proficiency in math, 42 points below the state average and 0% in reading/language arts, 58 points below the state average.
Located in a neighborhood with a median household income of $40,699, where 9% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher. The school is situated in a large suburban setting.
What Parents Should Know
With an enrollment of 82 students, Newcomers High School is a smaller school where families often find a close-knit community atmosphere. Smaller settings can mean more individual attention from teachers and staff, though they may offer fewer extracurricular options than larger schools.
School Profile
Limited Data- Grades
- 9th – 12th
- Enrollment
- 82 students
- Type
- Public
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 16.4:1
- Address
- 151 Ellison Street, Paterson, NJ 07501
- Phone
- (973) 321-0760
- Data Year
- SY 2022-23
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Test Scores NJ NJSLA (2023-24)
Based on 2 test records from NJ state assessments. About our data
How Newcomers High School Compares
See how Newcomers High School performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Location
151 Ellison Street, Paterson, NJ 07501
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Newcomers High School may also want to explore other high schools in the area. Alternative High School (rated 7.5/10, 0.4 miles away). Another option is Paterson P-TECH High School (rated 5.2/10, 0.2 miles away). Additionally, Eastside High School (rated 3.2/10, 0.6 miles away). For more schools in Paterson, see our Paterson schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 0.6 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| Norman S. Weir Paterson | 0.1 mi | 5.3 |
| Young Men's Academy Paterson | 0.1 mi | 6.5 |
| Paterson P-TECH High School Paterson | 0.2 mi | 5.2 |
| Dale Avenue Paterson | 0.3 mi | 6.1 |
| Alexander Hamilton Academy Paterson | 0.2 mi | 3.2 |
| School 2 Paterson | 0.3 mi | 6.0 |
| School 28 Paterson | 0.4 mi | 8.2 |
| COMPASSION HOUSE OUTREACH MNSTR & CHRSTAN EDUC CTR Paterson | 0.3 mi | — |
| Edward W. Kilpatrick Paterson | 0.4 mi | 7.1 |
| School 3 Paterson | 0.5 mi | 4.9 |
| Rev. Dr. Frank Napier Jr. School Paterson | 0.5 mi | 4.5 |
| College Achieve Paterson Charter School Tinton Falls | 0.4 mi | 6.5 |
| Alternative High School Paterson | 0.4 mi | 7.5 |
| Community Charter School of Paterson Paterson | 0.5 mi | 4.4 |
| DAWN TREADER CHRISTIAN SCHOOL Paterson | 0.5 mi | 7.4 |
| Senator Frank Lautenberg School Paterson | 0.5 mi | 3.0 |
| Paterson Arts and Science Charter School Fair Lawn | 0.6 mi | 4.4 |
| Eastside High School Paterson | 0.6 mi | 3.2 |
| School 15 Paterson | 0.7 mi | 5.8 |
| School 5 Paterson | 0.6 mi | 4.6 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 07501 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$40,699
Median Home Value
$304,400
Median Rent
$1,442/mo
Population
35,321
College Educated
8.9%
Homeownership
16%
Avg Commute
22.2 min
Poverty Rate
27.7%
Median Age
31.3
Community Profile
The community surrounding Newcomers High School has a median household income of $40,699. It is a community where 9% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher. The median home value in the area is $304,400, with a median rent of $1,442/month. The area has a poverty rate of 27.7%, indicating some economic challenges in the community. The average commute for residents is 22 minutes. Source: U.S. Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates.
Similar Schools
Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| New Brunswick Adult High School New Brunswick, NJ | — |
| Pinnacle Academy High School Plainfield, NJ | — |
| ALIF MUHAMMAD WIA SCHOOL Newark, NJ | 4.0 |
| MESIVTA NER MOSHE Lakewood, NJ | 4.4 |
| Essex Campus Academy Fairfield, NJ | 4.6 |
| YESHIVA GEDOLAH KEREN HATORAH Lakewood, NJ | 4.7 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Newcomers High School
What grades does Newcomers High School serve?
Newcomers High School serves students in grades 9th through 12th.
How many students attend Newcomers High School?
Newcomers High School has an enrollment of approximately 82 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Newcomers High School?
The student-teacher ratio at Newcomers High School is 16.4:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
What are the test scores at Newcomers High School?
Based on the most recent state assessment data, Newcomers High School has 0.0% math proficiency and 0.0% reading/ELA proficiency.
Is Newcomers High School a charter school?
No, Newcomers High School is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Newcomers High School a Title I school?
No, Newcomers High School is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Newcomers High School?
70.7% of students at Newcomers 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.
Neighborhood Context
- City Safety
- High (3,339/100K)
FBI UCR 2024. City-level (Paterson). Data >1 year old.
Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)
- Grades
- 9th – 12th
- Enrollment
- 82
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 16.4:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 5
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 70.7%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large Suburb
- County
- Passaic County
- Phone
- (973) 321-0760
- Data Year
- 2023–2024
Resources & Links
District
Paterson Public School District- District Enrollment
- 24,692
- Schools in District
- 43
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $27,885
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