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Simon Youth Academy
High School · Union County Vocational-Technical School District
651 Kapkowski Road, Elizabeth, NJ 07201
Enrollment
12
Student-Teacher
12:1
Grades
9th – 12th
Enrollment
12
Student-Teacher
12:1
Grades
9th – 12th
Updated
2022-23
Updated 2022-23
About Simon Youth Academy
Simon Youth Academy is a public high school in Elizabeth, NJ, part of the Union County Vocational-Technical School District. The school serves approximately 12 students in grades 9th – 12th with a student-teacher ratio of 12:1. Students demonstrate 25% proficiency in math and 25% in reading/language arts.
Located in a neighborhood with a median household income of $62,026, where 15% 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 12 students, Simon Youth Academy 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
- 12 students
- Type
- Public
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 12:1
- Address
- 651 Kapkowski Road, Elizabeth, NJ 07201
- Phone
- (908) 889-2900
- Data Year
- SY 2022-23
Why doesn't this school have a score?
We don't have enough verified data to rate this school fairly. This can happen when a school is very new, very small, or has limited test score reporting to the state.
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Test Scores NJ EDFACTS (2018-19)
Based on 2 test records from NJ state assessments. About our data
Location
651 Kapkowski Road, Elizabeth, NJ 07201
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Simon Youth Academy may also want to explore other high schools in the area. Elizabeth High School - Frank J Cicarell Academy (rated 8.0/10, 2.0 miles away). Another option is Thomas Jefferson Arts Academy (rated 6.4/10, 2.0 miles away). Additionally, John E. Dwyer Technology Academy (rated 6.3/10, 2.0 miles away). For more schools in Elizabeth, see our Elizabeth schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 2.2 miNeighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 07201 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$62,026
Median Home Value
$413,000
Median Rent
$1,476/mo
Population
27,725
College Educated
15%
Homeownership
19.9%
Avg Commute
29.7 min
Poverty Rate
18.7%
Median Age
36.9
Community Profile
The community surrounding Simon Youth Academy has a median household income of $62,026. It is a community where 15% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher. The median home value in the area is $413,000, with a median rent of $1,476/month. The area has a poverty rate of 18.7%. The average commute for residents is 30 minutes. Source: U.S. Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates.
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Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Simon Youth Academy
What grades does Simon Youth Academy serve?
Simon Youth Academy serves students in grades 9th through 12th.
How many students attend Simon Youth Academy?
Simon Youth Academy has an enrollment of approximately 12 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Simon Youth Academy?
The student-teacher ratio at Simon Youth Academy is 12:1. 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 Simon Youth Academy?
Based on the most recent state assessment data, Simon Youth Academy has 25.0% math proficiency and 25.0% reading/ELA proficiency.
Is Simon Youth Academy a charter school?
No, Simon Youth Academy is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Simon Youth Academy a Title I school?
No, Simon Youth Academy is not currently a Title I school.
Neighborhood Context
- City Safety
- High (3,069/100K)
FBI UCR 2024. City-level (Elizabeth). Data >1 year old.
Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)
- Grades
- 9th – 12th
- Enrollment
- 12
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 12:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 1
- Type
- alternative
- Setting
- Large Suburb
- County
- Union County
- Phone
- (908) 889-2900
- Data Year
- 2023–2024
Resources & Links
District
Union County Vocational-Technical School District- District Enrollment
- 1,680
- Schools in District
- 8
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $22,838
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