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University High School — School Profile & District Info
High|NEWARK, New Jersey|Newark Public School District|Last audited: Not yet synced
NEWARK, NJ 07108
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School Profile
Grades
8–12
Enrollment
447
Student:Teacher
11.2:1
Locale
Urban
District
Newark Public School DistrictEcon. Disadvantaged
83.5%
Phone
(973)374-3190School Statistics
Academics (SY 2020-21)
ELA Proficiency
35-39%
Math Proficiency
6%
12th percentile in NJ
Graduation Rate
90-94%
Chronic Absenteeism
11.7%
SY 2019-20
Programs & Activities (SY 2021-22)
AP Program
7 courses offered
Gifted & Talented
Dual Enrollment
Athletics
9 sports offered
Student-Teacher Ratio: 9.3:1
Near average in NJDistrict Finance (FY 2023)
Per-Pupil Spending
$31,680
District-level data
Funding Sources
Federal 13%State 77%Local 10%
Community Context
Median Home Value
$456,345
+4.2% YoY
Hudson, NY metro area · Zillow Feb 2026
Community Need Level
Elevated
CDC/ATSDR Social Vulnerability Index 2022
Enrollment Trend (2014-2025)
426
Current enrollment
Stable(-7% 5yr)Coming Up
Mon, May 25, 2026
Memorial Day
HolidaySat, Jun 6, 2026
Wicked Fashion Show (First Show)
EventSat, Jun 6, 2026
Wicked Fashion Show (Second Show)
EventFull School Calendar 2025-26
| Date | Event |
|---|---|
| Tue, Apr 28, 2026 | Community Budget Meeting |
| Tue, Apr 28, 2026 | SEPAC Meeting |
| Thu, Apr 30, 2026 | All City Theatre |
| Sat, May 2, 2026 | Saturday Enrichment |
| Thu, May 7, 2026 | NBOE Reorganization Meeting |
| Fri, May 8, 2026 | Breakfast with Mom |
| Sat, May 9, 2026 | Saturday Enrichment |
| Thu, May 14, 2026 | Bilingual Parent Advisory Meeting |
| Fri, May 15, 2026 | Barringer High School - Community Resource Fair 2026! |
| Sat, May 16, 2026 | NBOE Retreat |
| Tue, May 19, 2026 | SEPAC Meeting |
| Wed, May 20, 2026 | PTO Meeting |
| Wed, May 20, 2026 | Barringer High School - PTSO May 20th Meeting |
| Wed, May 20, 2026 | New Families Orientation |
| Wed, May 20, 2026 | Orientation |
| Thu, May 21, 2026 | NBOE Regular Meeting |
| Mon, May 25, 2026 | Memorial Day |
| Sat, Jun 6, 2026 | Wicked Fashion Show (First Show) |
| Sat, Jun 6, 2026 | Wicked Fashion Show (Second Show) |
Showing 19 events for the 2025-26 school year
Frequently Asked Questions about University High School
University High School has a total enrollment of 447 students and serves grades High. The school is part of the local school district in NEWARK, NJ.