J U Blacksher School, a Union County NJ high school serving grades PK–12 with 726 students, ranked #833 in the state in 2023, reflecting fluctuations over the past decade between #714 and #1104.
Math proficiency at J U Blacksher declined to 15% in 2023, lower than the state average of 30%, while reading proficiency was 40%, also lower than the state average of 47%.
Science proficiency ranged from 35% to 39% in recent years, approximately equal to the state average of 38%, showing relative stability compared to other subjects.
Enrollment rose gradually from 420 students in 1999 to 726 in 2023, with minority enrollment steady at around 39% and 59% of students eligible for free lunch in 2023, indicating significant socioeconomic need.
The school maintained a student–teacher ratio near 19:1 in recent years with a graduation rate between 70–74%, below the state average of about 88%, signaling ongoing challenges in academic outcomes at this New Jersey public high school.
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-12
- Enrollment: 726 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 19:1
- Minority Enrollment: 39%
- Graduation Rate: 70-74% (Btm 50% in AL)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: 15% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 40% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 35-39% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AL Dept. of Education
School Overview
J U Blacksher School's student population of 726 students has grown by 12% over five school years.
The teacher population of 39 teachers has grown by 5% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-12
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
726 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
39 teachers
School Calendar
School Rankings
J U Blacksher School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 1,275 schools in Alabama (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of J U Blacksher School is 0.58, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.63. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#833 out of 1275 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
15%
30%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
40%
47%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
35-39%
38%
Student-Teacher Ratio
19:1
17:1
American Indian
19%
1%
Asian
1%
1%
Hispanic
3%
11%
Black
10%
32%
White
61%
51%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
6%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
70-74%
88%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
58%
56%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
6%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AL Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is J U Blacksher School's ranking?
J U Blacksher School is ranked #833 out of 1,275 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Alabama.
What schools are J U Blacksher School often compared to?
J U Blacksher Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Excel High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
15% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 30% AL state average), while 40% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% AL state average).
What is the graduation rate of J U Blacksher School?
The graduation rate of J U Blacksher School is 70-74%, which is lower than the Alabama state average of 88%.
How many students attend J U Blacksher School?
726 students attend J U Blacksher School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
61% of J U Blacksher School students are White, 19% of students are American Indian, 10% of students are Black, 6% of students are Two or more races, 3% of students are Hispanic, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of J U Blacksher School?
J U Blacksher School has a student ration of 19:1, which is higher than the Alabama state average of 17:1.
What grades does J U Blacksher School offer ?
J U Blacksher School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-12 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is J U Blacksher School part of?
J U Blacksher School is part of Monroe County School District.
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