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Paterson STEAM High School

764 11TH AVENUE, PATERSON, NJ, 07514

About Paterson STEAM High School

Paterson STEAM High School is a public high school in Paterson, New Jersey, that serves students in grades 9 through 12. It is one of seven high schools in the Paterson Public School District. The school has about 500 to 550 students and a student-to-teacher ratio of about 12:1, which allows for personalized instruction and group learning. Paterson STEAM High School has a strong focus on an integrated Science, Technology, Engineering, Arts, and Mathematics (STEAM) curriculum. About 35% of students take Advanced Placement® courses and tests. The student body is mostly diverse, with 95% of students being minorities and about 45% of students coming from low-income families. The school says that about 26% of students are good at reading, and they also take standardized tests like the SAT and ACT. The school is funded by the government and offers a lively, city-based learning environment that focuses on hands-on projects and getting students involved in their studies. Paterson STEAM High School is known for its strengths in STEAM education, diversity, and preparing students for college and careers.

Paterson STEAM High School Contact Information

Address

764 11TH AVENUE, PATERSON, NJ, 07514

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Phone

(973) 321-0560

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Academic Performance

Subject Proficiency

Mathematics 0%
Reading 26%
State average proficiency is 0% in Math and 26% in Reading.
26
Full-time Teachers
13 : 1
Student-Teacher Ratio
325
Total Students
$89187
Avg. Teacher Salary
TOP 233 IN STEM IN STATE

Robotics & STEM
at Paterson STEAM High School

2.5X
More likely to pursue STEM Careers
80%
Jobs that will require STEM in 2030
2.5X
More likely to persue STEM Careers
80%
Jobs that will require STEM in 2030
  • 🤖 Coding & Debugging
  • 🧪 Hobby Electronics and Engineering
  • 👩‍💻 Apply Math in Science and Engineering
  • 🛠️ 3D Printing
🚀
Hands-on with real robots
🏆
Led by competition winners
🎓
STEM career pathways

Recent News & Updates

New Playground Name

We are so excited to announce the name of our new playground! Following a school-wide and Robinson community vote we narrowed a large list of names down to four. Since our students will be using the playground on a daily basis, we gave them the final vote! 476.....

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School Timings

Regular School Hours

All Grades: 8:20 AM to 3:10 PM

Early Dismissal Days

Dismissal Time: 12:15 PM

Note: Doors open at 8:05 AM for student arrival. Please refer to the school calendar for specific early dismissal dates.

After School Activities

Information coming soon

School Session Dates

September to June

School session starts in September 1st week and ends in June 3rd week. For exact dates, please contact the school.

Student Demographics

White 5.23%
Asian 2.15%
Hispanic 70.46%
Black 22.15%
Two+ Races 0%
Native Am. 0%
White
5.23%
Asian
2.15%
Hispanic
70.46%
Black
22.15%
Two+ Races
0%
Native Am.
0%

Gender Distribution

Total Students: 325
63.69%
207 Female
36.31%
118 Male

Student Population

325 Students

With a student-teacher ratio of 13 : 1

Minority Enrollment

25%

Percentage of minority students

Students per Counselor

162 : 1

Student to counselor ratio

Remarkable Alumni

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Latest News

Paterson STEAM High School is starting an e-sports program so that students can compete and learn in a field that is growing. The school already has the necessary infrastructure, such as a dedicated space and fast internet. The goal of the program is to help students develop their teamwork, leadership, and problem-solving skills, as well as give them chances to get involved and feel proud of their school. Students want to represent their school and community, and with help, the program can open up more opportunities in the future.

FAQ

Q1. What are the main subjects taught at the school?

Ans. Students in school study math, science, technology, and the arts.

Q2. Do the activities include projects?

Ans. Projects that require hands-on work encourage new ideas and creativity.

Q3. Does the school help with the SAT or ACT?

Ans. Resources for studying for exams help with planning for college.

Q4. Are there chances to do research?

Ans. Inquiry-based learning strengthens problem-solving skills.

Q5. How do students get ready for jobs?

Ans. STEAM skills are useful for jobs that look to the future.

Games & Extracurricular Activities

Sports

  • Soccer Club Grades 1-3 | Mon/Wed 3:30-4:30pm
  • Basketball Grades 2-4 | Tue/Thu 3:30-4:45pm
  • Track & Field Grades 3-5 | Fri 3:30-5:00pm

Arts

  • Art Club Grades K-2 | Mon 3:00-4:00pm
  • Drama Club Grades 3-5 | Wed 3:30-5:00pm
  • Choir Grades 2-5 | Thu 3:15-4:15pm

Clubs

  • Chess Club Grades 2-5 | Fri 3:15-4:15pm
  • Garden Club All Grades | Tue 3:15-4:00pm
  • Robotics Club Grades 3-5 | Thu 3:30-5:00pm

Note: Schedules may change during school holidays. Please contact School for exact Schedule.

Summer Suggested Reading

Horn Book Selections

Vocabulary.com +3 Horn Book +3 What to Read to Your Kids +3
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Maggie Lou, Firefox

by Arnolda Dufour Bowes

PS

The Puppets of Spelhorst

by Kate DiCamillo

MLV

The Mona Lisa Vanishes

by Nicholas Day

Vocabulary.com Top Picks

Penguin Random House +10 Vocabulary.com +10 Wikipedia +10
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Frindle

by Andrew Clements

WR

The Wild Robot

by Peter Brown

JGP

James and the Giant Peach

by Roald Dahl

Penguin Random House Features

Horn Book +2 Penguin Random House +2 The Guardian +2
SLB

The Secret Language of Birds

by Lynne Kelly

S

The Swifts: A Dictionary of Scoundrels

by Beth Lincoln

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