| Faculty Race/Ethnicity | Number | Percent |
|---|---|---|
| Black or African American | 2,926 | 46.01% |
| Hispanic | 1,732 | 27.23% |
| International | 545 | 8.57% |
| White | 492 | 7.74% |
| Unknown | 376 | 5.91% |
| Asian | 187 | 2.94% |
| Multi-Ethnic | 81 | 1.27% |
| Native Hawaiian or Pacific Islander | 9 | 0.14% |
The majority of Essex students are Black or African American. Racial/Ethnic diversity at Essex below average.