Mercer County Technical School STEM Academy
141 Students
High School 9th - 12th
School Overview
The Mercer County Technical School (MCTS) STEM Academy, located on the campus of Mercer County Community College in West Windsor, NJ, is a highly specialized four-year public high school designed for students with a deep passion for science, technology, engineering, and mathematics. As a "school-within-a-school" model, it offers a rigorous, honors-level curriculum that integrates STEM disciplines with traditional humanities, preparing students for success in competitive university programs. The academy emphasizes project-based learning and inquiry, challenging students to move beyond textbooks to solve real-world problems.
A defining feature of the STEM Academy is its strategic partnership with Mercer County Community College, which allows students to earn significant college credits before they graduate high school. By leveraging college-level resources and laboratory facilities, the school provides an accelerated academic environment that bridges the gap between secondary education and professional careers. With its focus on innovation, critical thinking, and collaborative research, the academy serves as a premier destination for high-achieving students looking to pursue advanced degrees and careers in STEM fields.
A defining feature of the STEM Academy is its strategic partnership with Mercer County Community College, which allows students to earn significant college credits before they graduate high school. By leveraging college-level resources and laboratory facilities, the school provides an accelerated academic environment that bridges the gap between secondary education and professional careers. With its focus on innovation, critical thinking, and collaborative research, the academy serves as a premier destination for high-achieving students looking to pursue advanced degrees and careers in STEM fields.
141
Total Students
6.4
Full-Time Teachers
22.0
Student/Teacher Ratio
39.7%
Free/Reduced Lunch
Student Demographics
Student Demographics Data Table
| Demographic | Student Count |
|---|---|
| White | 32 |
| Hispanic | 66 |
| Black | 19 |
| Asian | 22 |
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Hispanic66 (47.5%)
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White32 (23.0%)
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Asian22 (15.8%)
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Black19 (13.7%)
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: | Area Vocational Technical School District of Mercer County |
| Phone: | (609)737-9784 |
| Website: | http://www.mcts.edu |
| Grade Range: | 9th - 12th |
| Total Students: | 141 |
| Full-Time Teachers (FTE): | 6.4 |
| Pupil/Teacher Ratio: | 22.0 |
| NSLP Participation:1 | No |
| Qualified Free Lunch: | 44 |
| Qualified Reduced Lunch: | 12 |
Grades Taught
Grade 9
48
Grade 10
33
Grade 11
34
Grade 12
26
Grades Taught Data Table
| Grade | Student Count |
|---|---|
| Grade 9 | 48 |
| Grade 10 | 33 |
| Grade 11 | 34 |
| Grade 12 | 26 |
Gender Ratio
Student Gender Ratio Data Table
| Gender | Student Count | Percentage |
|---|---|---|
| Female | 37 | 26.2% |
| Male | 102 | 72.3% |
| Not Specified | 2 | 1.5% |
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