Weequahic High School

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Weequahic High School

Public High School | Grade 9-12
279 Chancellor Ave,  Newark, NJ
Weequahic Neighborhood
Newark Public School District
3.5
4.0
396 Students
C-
Niche Grade

School Details

Head of School
Ms. Lisa Mcdonald
Student Teacher Ratio
16:1
Average SAT Score
950
Average ACT Score
24
Math Proficiency
10%
Reading Proficiency
10%
Average GPA
3.19
Graduation Rate
67%

Niche Grade

C-
Academics
B
Teachers
C
College Prep
B
Administration
C-
Resources/Facilities
B-
Clubs and Activities
A-
Sports
C+
Food
Source: Niche
Niche Grades

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Niche Grade Details

Academics
Average GPA
3.19
Reading Proficiency
10%
Math Proficiency
10%
Teachers
Student Teacher Ratio
16:1
Teachers
36
Full Time Teachers
36
Teachers in First or Second Year
3.2%
College Prep
Average SAT
950
Math
470
Verbal
480
Average ACT
24
Math
23
English
23
Reading
24
Science
26
Number of AP Courses
7
AP Pass Rate
33.3%
AP Math Enrollment
Average
AP Science Enrollment
Very High
Other AP Enrollment
Very Low
Clubs and Activities
Girls Athletic Participation
Low
Boys Athletic Participation
Average

GreatSchools Rating

1
Test Scores
1
Equity
2
College Readiness
Source: GreatSchools
GreatSchools Rating
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Teachers and Staff

Students Per Counselor
192:1

Student Diversity

Male
50.2%
Female
49.8%
Black
85%
Hispanic
12.2%
Two or more races
1.2%
White
<1%
Native Hawaiian or Other Pacific Islander
<1%
Native American
<1%

Specialty School Programs

AP Programs Offered
Free/Reduced Lunch Offered
Athletics Program

Colleges Students are Considering

Students are most interested in or go on to attend these colleges.
Montclair State University 129 Students
Kean University 123 Students
Rutgers University - Newark 89 Students
Rutgers University–New Brunswick 72 Students
New Jersey Institute of Technology 64 Students
Rowan University 61 Students
Stockton University 59 Students
Seton Hall University 58 Students
Rider University 52 Students
William Paterson University of New Jersey 51 Students

What Students Want to Study

Niche users from this school are most interested in the following majors.
Nursing 50 Students
Business 31 Students
Pre-Medicine Studies 30 Students
Biology 29 Students
Psychology 22 Students
Computer Science 22 Students
Criminal Justice and Law Enforcement Administration 18 Students
Small Business Management 16 Students
Social Work and Youth Services 12 Students
Computer Software Engineering 12 Students

This School’s Reviews

Niche Reviews
3.5 89 Reviews
4.0 Junior
5/12/2025
Weequahic high schools is a very good school.A school that has many hidden opportunities,sometimes it can be difficult and wild,but the school is great.Many people says the school is bad or not organized but if you look deep enough into the school you will discover that there is many opportunities.But the food is not that good but what can I say.in my opinion public school has more opportunities than private school
4.0 Junior
12/26/2024
My experience at this high school has been very normal . They have offered me college courses and many AP enrollments and also introduced me to a career path in allied health. They have a very diverse community full of sister and brother hood that allows students to feel safe . This high school also provides tutoring and help to improve kids understanding.
3.0 Senior
12/18/2024
My school isn't the worst but we aren't the best. Admins are trying their best to keep it a well intact place. Great facilities and sport Lacks diversity but makes up with school traditions. But anyways so hard to be an Indian
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4.0 5 Reviews
5.0 other
3/19/2014
what can we do to make our schools better? It's up to us to make a difference with our schools and city. Stop complaining about what's so bad about it and make a change.
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1.0 other
1/5/2012
I have graduated from this school in 1995 and I am ashamed that I had attended Weequahic. Most of their teachers were unprofessional, including a social studies teacher who had badmouthed me to the class behind my back, which I had confirmed with a classmate. I dont even remember her teaching social...
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4.0 other
11/1/2011
What a wonderful performance in the Halloween Parade last night in Toms River!! I am originally from Newark and was so pleased to see some of the good work being done by Newark students. The good news needs to get published too! So, my rating for this band's performance is a 4 STAR!
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5.0 student
1/6/2009
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Weequahic High School

Weequahic High School is a public school for students in grades 9-12 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 396 and maintains a student-teacher ratio of 16:1. Academic records show that 10% of students achieve proficiency in math, and 10% are proficient in reading. Weequahic High School has received feedback and ratings, with a Niche grade of C- and a GreatSchools Rating of 1 out of 10. The average GPA is 3.19, the graduation rate is 67%, and average standardized test scores include an SAT score of 950 and an ACT score of 24. The average home value in this area is $526,868. Discover additional schools in the area, like Eagle Academy of Newark, Hillside High School, Irvington High School, and more. Learn more about what Newark has to offer, and browse homes for sale and for rent near Weequahic High School.

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