Serving 202 students in grades 9-12, Creative Arts 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 ≤10% (which is lower than the New Jersey state average of 36%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 50-59% (which is higher than the New Jersey state average of 49%).
The student:teacher ratio of 5:1 is lower than the New Jersey state level of 11:1.
Quick Stats (2024-25)
- School Type: Magnet School
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 202 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 5:1
- Graduation Rate: ≥90% (Top 50% in NJ)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: ≤10% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 50-59% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: ≤10% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NJ Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Creative Arts High School 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
Creative Arts High School's student population of 202 students has declined by 36% over five school years.
The teacher population of 40 teachers has grown by 5% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
Total Students
202 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
40 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Creative Arts High School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 2,201 schools in New Jersey (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Creative Arts High School is 0.45, 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
#1493 out of 2201 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
≤10%
36%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
50-59%
49%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
≤10%
23%
Student : Teacher Ratio
5:1
11:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
n/a
10%
Hispanic
32%
33%
Black
67%
15%
White
n/a
39%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
1%
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
≥90%
85%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
54%
31%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (21-22)
1%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NJ Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Creative Arts High School's ranking?
Creative Arts High School is ranked #1493 out of 2,201 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in New Jersey.
What schools are Creative Arts High School often compared to?
Creative Arts High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Camden High School, East Side High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
≤10% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 36% NJ state average), while 50-59% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 49% NJ state average).
What is the graduation rate of Creative Arts High School?
The graduation rate of Creative Arts High School is 90%, which is higher than the New Jersey state average of 85%.
How many students attend Creative Arts High School?
202 students attend Creative Arts High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
67% of Creative Arts High School students are Black, 32% of students are Hispanic, and 1% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Creative Arts High School?
Creative Arts High School has a student ration of 5:1, which is lower than the New Jersey state average of 11:1.
What grades does Creative Arts High School offer ?
Creative Arts High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12
What school district is Creative Arts High School part of?
Creative Arts High School is part of Camden City School District.
In what neighborhood is Creative Arts High School located?
Creative Arts High School is located in the Parkside neighborhood of Camden, NJ. There are 5 other public schools located in Parkside.
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