School District
Paterson Public School District
- Paterson, NJ
- 66 reviews
- AcademicsC-
- DiversityA-
- TeachersB
- College PrepC-
- Clubs & ActivitiesC-
- Health & SafetyC-
- AdministrationC
- SportsC
- FoodC-
- Resources & FacilitiesC+
Paterson Public School District Rankings
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High Schools in Paterson Public School District
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Diversity
A-
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Teachers
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Expenses Per Student
$21,353/ student
National
$12,239- Cost of LivingC-
- Good for FamiliesC-
- HousingD-
Median Household Income
$39,282
National
$55,322Median Rent
$1,175
National
$949Median Home Value
$237,500
National
$184,700Paterson Public School District Reviews
66 reviews
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Speaking as a Pakistani-American who has experienced private school, home school, and public school environments, I have a great deal to say on several aspects of Paterson Public Schools. Out of my various modes of learning, I feel that my greatest accomplishments unfolded during my time as a student at the STEM Academy of John F. Kennedy High School. My school has offered me numerous school, college, and community service opportunities that I have taken well advantage of. One thing that I believe should be adjusted, however, is the implied negativity that is present when speaking about Paterson schools. The district may not be able to provide their students with proper resources and facilities, but these material provisions are by no means prerequisites of success.
My experience of being in the Paterson Public School District is interesting. Growing up in Paterson, I have always been told by my teachers that we are the future, we are the people who will beter sculpt the city, and rip away our awful reputation that we have. I give the district a 3 out of 5 because the curriculum could be way better. I am told first hand that most Paterson graduates who go to college are often behind from their peers because they did not have the best education. Despite this fact, the District benefitted Paterson by establishing an IB high school. The IB school is called International High School and I currently go to that school. I believe that school is the best thing that has happened to the city in a long time. Our first class of IB students last year made many marks in the city. There was even one girl you was accepted to UPENN. She is the first every Paterson student who will be going to an Ivy League and this is just the beginning of what IB has to offer.
The Paterson Public School #3 elementary school was an okay experience for me from the first grade all the way to the eight grade. The teachers were good, there were some extra curricular activities like joining the SGA(Student Government Association). It was very diverse. We had some important projects like cleaning the school garden in 2006 and maintaining it. They offered after school programs for tutoring and or volunteer work. The school had plenty of fundraisers that led to memorable field trips and other events.