Eastside High School is a four–year public high school located in Paterson section of Passaic County, in the U.S. state of New Jersey, that serves the eastern section of Paterson. EHS, which serves ninth through twelfth grade students, operates as part of the Paterson Public Schools.
Serving 2,073 students in grades 9-12, Eastside High School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in New Jersey for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is ≤1% (which is lower than the New Jersey state average of 38%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 9% (which is lower than the New Jersey state average of 49%).
The student-teacher ratio of 16:1 is higher than the New Jersey state level of 11:1.
Minority enrollment is 99% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the New Jersey state average of 63% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 2,073 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 16:1
- Minority Enrollment: 99%
- Graduation Rate: 81% (Btm 50% in NJ)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: ≤1% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 9% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 2% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NJ Dept. of Education
School Overview
Eastside High School's student population of 2,073 students has grown by 19% over five school years.
The teacher population of 130 teachers has declined by 55% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
Total Students
2,073 students
Total Classroom Teachers
130 teachers
Year Founded
1926
School Rankings
Eastside High School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 2,184 schools in New Jersey (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Eastside High School is 0.29, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.72. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#2182 out of 2184 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
≤1%
38%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
9%
49%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
2%
23%
Student-Teacher Ratio
16:1
11:1
Hispanic
83%
35%
Black
16%
14%
White
1%
37%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
81%
85%
Eligible for Free Lunch
57%
38%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
1%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NJ Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Eastside High School's ranking?
Eastside High School is ranked #2182 out of 2,184 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in New Jersey.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
≤1% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 38% NJ state average), while 9% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 49% NJ state average).
What is the graduation rate of Eastside High School?
The graduation rate of Eastside High School is 81%, which is lower than the New Jersey state average of 85%.
How many students attend Eastside High School?
2,073 students attend Eastside High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
83% of Eastside High School students are Hispanic, 16% of students are Black, and 1% of students are White.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Eastside High School?
Eastside High School has a student ration of 16:1, which is higher than the New Jersey state average of 11:1.
What grades does Eastside High School offer ?
Eastside High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12
What school district is Eastside High School part of?
Eastside High School is part of Paterson Public School District.
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