Weequahic High School

www.nps.k12.nj.us/WEQ

592 Students

High School 9th - 12th

School Overview

Weequahic High School, located at 279 Chancellor Avenue in Newark, New Jersey, is an institution with a deep-rooted history and significant cultural importance within the city. Originally established in the early 20th century, the school served as a cornerstone of the predominantly Jewish neighborhood of the time before evolving alongside the shifting demographics of Newark. Today, it stands as a symbol of resilience and community spirit, known for its iconic architecture and its role in shaping generations of Newark’s youth.

Academically and athletically, Weequahic has long been a notable name in New Jersey public education. It is perhaps best known for its legendary track and field program, which has produced numerous state champions and Olympic athletes, fostering a strong sense of school pride. While the school has faced the systemic challenges common to large urban districts, it continues to serve as a vital hub for students in the South Ward, focusing on college and career readiness while maintaining a legacy of alumni engagement and institutional history.

592

Total Students

36.0

Full-Time Teachers

16.4

Student/Teacher Ratio

70.4%

Free/Reduced Lunch

Student Demographics

Student Demographics Data Table

Student Demographics for Weequahic High School
Demographic	Student Count
White	5
Hispanic	72
Black	503
Two or More	7
American Indian	1
Pacific Islander	4

Black
503 (85.0%)
Hispanic
72 (12.2%)
Two or More
7 (1.2%)
White
5 (0.8%)
Pacific Islander
4 (0.7%)
American Indian
1 (0.2%)

School Location

School Details

Status:	Open
School Level:	High School
School Type:	Regular School
Charter Status:*	Public Non-Charter
Virtual Instruction:	No virtual instruction
Shared Time Status:	No
District:	Newark Public School District
Phone:	(973)705-3923
Website:	http://www.nps.k12.nj.us/WEQ
Grade Range:	9th - 12th
Total Students:	592
Full-Time Teachers (FTE):	36.0
Pupil/Teacher Ratio:	16.4
NSLP Participation:¹	No
Qualified Free Lunch:	390
Qualified Reduced Lunch:	27

* Charter Schools: A public charter school is a publicly funded school that operates independently under a legislative contract (or "charter") with a state, school district, or designated authorizing entity. Charters grant these schools greater operational flexibility over curriculum, staffing, and budgeting in exchange for strict accountability to achieve performance standards established in their charter agreement.

¹ National School Lunch Program (NSLP): The National School Lunch Program is a federally assisted meal program operating in public and nonprofit private schools. It provides nutritionally balanced, low-cost or free lunches to eligible children each school day based on household income thresholds or community eligibility options (CEO).

Title I Program Overview: Title I, Part A of the Elementary and Secondary Education Act (ESEA) allocates federal financial assistance to local educational agencies and public schools with high percentages of children from low-income families to help ensure that all children meet challenging state academic standards.

Grades Taught

Grade 9 126

Grade 10 155

Grade 11 161

Grade 12 150