School Overview
The Academy of Technology Design (often associated with the Jersey City Public Schools system) is a specialized educational institution focused on integrating rigorous academic instruction with hands-on technical and design-based learning. Located in the heart of Jersey City, the school aims to bridge the gap between traditional curriculum and the demands of the modern workforce by emphasizing critical thinking, problem-solving, and digital literacy. Students are typically exposed to a project-based learning environment that encourages them to apply theoretical knowledge to real-world technological challenges, preparing them for future pathways in STEM fields.

Beyond its technical focus, the academy fosters a community-oriented environment that leverages its urban location to provide students with a unique perspective on innovation and industry. By prioritizing the intersection of design principles and emerging technology, the school seeks to cultivate versatile graduates who are not only technically proficient but also creative and adaptable. Its presence in Jersey City serves as a strategic hub for local students looking to develop the skills necessary to excel in an increasingly competitive, tech-driven global economy.
235
Total Students
4.0
Full-Time Teachers
58.0
Student/Teacher Ratio
49.4%
Free/Reduced Lunch
Student Demographics

Student Demographics Data Table

Student Demographics for Academy of Technology Design
Demographic Student Count
White43
Hispanic128
Black21
Asian29
Two or More12
American Indian2
  • Hispanic
    128 (54.5%)
  • White
    43 (18.3%)
  • Asian
    29 (12.3%)
  • Black
    21 (8.9%)
  • Two or More
    12 (5.1%)
  • American Indian
    2 (0.9%)
School Location
School Details
Status: Open
School Level: High School
School Type: Career and Technical School
Charter Status:* Public Non-Charter
Virtual Instruction: No virtual instruction
Shared Time Status: No
District: Hudson County Schools of Technology School District
Phone: (201)631-6331
Website: http://cphs.hcstonline.org/
Grade Range: 9th - 12th
Total Students: 235
Full-Time Teachers (FTE): 4.0
Pupil/Teacher Ratio: 58.0
NSLP Participation:1 No
Qualified Free Lunch: 96
Qualified Reduced Lunch: 20
Grades Taught
Grade 9 71
Grade 10 74
Grade 11 55
Grade 12 35

Grades Taught Data Table

Grades Taught and Student Counts for Academy of Technology Design
Grade Student Count
Grade 971
Grade 1074
Grade 1155
Grade 1235
Gender Ratio

Student Gender Ratio Data Table

Student Gender Ratio for Academy of Technology Design
Gender Student Count Percentage
Female17172.8%
Male6427.2%
Nearby High Schools (Within 10 Miles)