Science Park High School, located within University Heights in Newark, New Jersey, is a very highly ranked high school, both nationally and within New Jersey. U.S. News and World Report recently ranked the school number 605 nationally, and number 27 within New Jersey. Serving about 750 students, with a student to teacher ratio of 13 to 1, the school recently had a 91% proficiency rate for English, which is well above the state average of 60%, as well as a 89% rate for mathematics, which is well above the state average of 42%. Additionally, the school offers over 20 different AP courses, through which students can take an exam for and potentially earn college credits. One unique program the school embraces is the House program. Students at the school are assigned to one of the four house teams of endurance, integrity, ambition and courage where they participate in team building and other activities to compete versus each other throughout the year.
In addition to the steller academic programs at the high school, there are several extracurricular and athletic programs as well. Extracurricular programs include anime club, art club, debate, Jazz band, National Honor Society, student newspaper and much more. Athletic programs at the high school include soccer, volleyball, cross country, basketball, track and field, bowling, swimming, softball and baseball.
Science Park High School
Public High School
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Grade 7-12
260 Norfolk St,
Newark, NJ
Newark Public School District
School Details
Head of School
Kcyied Zahir
Student Teacher Ratio
14:1
Average SAT Score
1200
Average ACT Score
27
Math Proficiency
81%
Reading Proficiency
96%
Average GPA
3.44
Graduation Rate
98%
Niche Grade
A-
A-
A-
B
C+
B-
B+
C+
Source: Niche
Niche Grade Details
Academics
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Average GPA
3.44
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Reading Proficiency
96%
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Math Proficiency
81%
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Teachers
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Student Teacher Ratio
14:1
Teachers
68
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Full Time Teachers
68
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Teachers in First or Second Year
6.6%
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College Prep
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Average SAT
1200
Math
610
Verbal
600
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Average ACT
27
Math
26
English
26
Reading
28
Science
26
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Number of AP Courses
13
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AP Pass Rate
35.2%
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AP Math Enrollment
Average
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AP Science Enrollment
Very High
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Other AP Enrollment
Very Low
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Clubs and Activities
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Girls Athletic Participation
High
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Boys Athletic Participation
Average
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GreatSchools Rating
Source: GreatSchools
GreatSchools Rating Details
Teachers and Staff
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Students Per Counselor
217:1
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Student Diversity
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Female
55.8%
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Male
44.2%
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Hispanic
52.1%
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Black
34.4%
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White
8.6%
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Asian or Pacific Islander
2.8%
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Two or more races
1.2%
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Native Hawaiian or Other Pacific Islander
<1%
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Native American
<1%
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Specialty School Programs
AP Programs Offered
IB Programs Offered
Free/Reduced Lunch Offered
Athletics Program
Colleges Students are Considering
Students are most interested in or go on to attend these colleges.
Rutgers University–New Brunswick
439 Students
Montclair State University
354 Students
Rutgers University - Newark
345 Students
New Jersey Institute of Technology
274 Students
New York University
258 Students
Kean University
227 Students
Seton Hall University
200 Students
Stevens Institute of Technology
173 Students
Princeton University
167 Students
Penn State
146 Students
What Students Want to Study
Niche users from this school are most interested in the following majors.
Biology
162 Students
Psychology
150 Students
Business
123 Students
Pre-Medicine Studies
88 Students
Computer Science
84 Students
Nursing
78 Students
Criminal Justice and Law Enforcement Administration
50 Students
Political Science and Government
50 Students
Finance
39 Students
Forensic Science and Technology
38 Students
This School’s Reviews
Niche Reviews
1/24/2025
Science Park is a place I would recommend for the opportunities that this school is offered. So many internship, programs, etc you can apply for by just attending this school.
10/7/2024
I would like the food system to change, although it is regulated by the district, it is not the best food. However, the oppurtuines given at Science Park High School are amazing. I have been able to do so many activates that have helped my resume in so many ways.
8/7/2023
This school is not great because of the beautiful architectural designs or the students' academic accomplishments. No. This school is great because of the people. The same people that offer you help even before you know you need it. The same people that listen to and understand you. The people that teach you things in a simple and step-by-step manner. Those people. Those very people are the ones that made this school a memorable experience for me.
GreatSchools Reviews
4/10/2013
bullying. so glad my child came out of here. science park high has a disgusting environment, hated every moment my kid spent there.
11/29/2011
Very PROUD alumni (Class of '96)... I am VERY grateful that once I received my acceptance letter that my Grandma insisted that I attend Science High. Although I must admit I initially had my heart set on attending MX Shabazz to be a member of the Lady Bulldogs Bball team. And not only did i received...
8/14/2011
I am proud to be a Science High Alumni (Class of 95). I can only pray that this school continues to maintain its excellent rep. May the students continue to excel and not fulfill the stereotypes that comes along with the city of Newark.
10/9/2010
Newark children need all the exposure to science that we can provide.
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Nat Turner Park
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South Broad Valley
A lively community near downtown Newark with accessible public transportation
Science Park High School is a public school for students in grades 7-12 in Newark, NJ and is served by the Newark Public School District in New Jersey. Annual tuition is $0. The school has a total enrollment of 918 and maintains a student-teacher ratio of 14:1. Academic records show that 81% of students achieve proficiency in math, and 96% are proficient in reading. Science Park High School has received feedback and ratings, with a Niche grade of A and a GreatSchools Rating of 8 out of 10. The average GPA is 3.44, the graduation rate is 98%, and average standardized test scores include an SAT score of 1200 and an ACT score of 27. The average home value in this area is $412,269. Discover additional schools in the area, like John F. Kennedy School, Essex County Donald M. Payne Sr. School of Technology, Arts High School, and more. Learn more about what Newark has to offer, and browse homes for sale and for rent near Science Park High School.