Serving 50 students in grades 3-8, Young Men's Academy 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 11-19% (which is lower than the New Jersey state average of 38%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 20-29% (which is lower than the New Jersey state average of 49%).
The student-teacher ratio of 7:1 is lower than the New Jersey state level of 11:1.
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: 3-8
- Enrollment: 50 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 7:1
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in NJ
- Math Proficiency: 11-19% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 20-29% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: ≤20% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NJ Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Young Men's Academy ranks among the top 20% of public schools in New Jersey for:
Category
Attribute
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
Community Size
Student Attention
School Overview
Young Men's Academy's student population of 50 students has declined by 31% over five school years.
The teacher population of 7 teachers has declined by 12% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 3-8
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
50 students
Total Classroom Teachers
7 teachers
Colors
Blue and Gold
School Calendar
School Rankings
Young Men's Academy 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 Young Men's Academy is 0.49, 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
#1926 out of 2184 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
11-19%
38%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
20-29%
49%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
≤20%
23%
Student-Teacher Ratio
7:1
11:1
Asian
2%
11%
Hispanic
36%
35%
Black
62%
14%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
88%
38%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
2%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NJ Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Young Men's Academy's ranking?
Young Men's Academy is ranked #1926 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?
11-19% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 38% NJ state average), while 20-29% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 49% NJ state average).
How many students attend Young Men's Academy?
50 students attend Young Men's Academy.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
62% of Young Men's Academy students are Black, 36% of students are Hispanic, and 2% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Young Men's Academy?
Young Men's Academy has a student ration of 7:1, which is lower than the New Jersey state average of 11:1.
What grades does Young Men's Academy offer ?
Young Men's Academy offers enrollment in grades 3-8 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Young Men's Academy part of?
Young Men's Academy is part of Paterson Public School District.
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