Quick Facts (2025)
- School Type: Alternative school
- Grades: Prekindergarten-12
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NJ Dept. of Education
School Overview
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-12
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
2 students
Total Classroom Teachers
n/a
School Rankings
Student-Teacher Ratio
n/a
11:1
American Indian
(21-22)n/a
n/a
Asian
(21-22)n/a
10%
Hispanic
(21-22)50%
32%
Black
(21-22)50%
15%
White
(21-22)n/a
40%
Hawaiian
(21-22)n/a
n/a
Two or more races
(21-22)n/a
3%
Eligible for Free Lunch (21-22)
100%
30%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NJ Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What schools are Essex Regional School often compared to?
Essex Regional Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Dr. William H. Horton Elementary School, Abington Avenue School by visitors of our site.
How many students attend Essex Regional School?
2 students attend Essex Regional School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
50% of Essex Regional School students are Hispanic, and 50% of students are Black.
What grades does Essex Regional School offer ?
Essex Regional School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-12 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Essex Regional School part of?
Essex Regional School is part of Office Of Education Department Of Children And Families School District.
In what neighborhood is Essex Regional School located?
Essex Regional School is located in the Upper Roseville neighborhood of Newark, NJ. There are 3 other public schools located in Upper Roseville.
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