Serving 585 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Jotham W. Wakeman School ranks in the top 50% of all schools in New Jersey for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 33% (which is higher than the New Jersey state average of 26%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 53% (which is higher than the New Jersey state average of 47%).
The student:teacher ratio of 10:1 is lower than the New Jersey state level of 11:1.
Minority enrollment is 92% of the student body (majority Asian and Hispanic), which is higher than the New Jersey state average of 60% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 585 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 10:1
- Minority Enrollment: 92%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in NJ
- Math Proficiency: 33% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 53% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NJ Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Jotham W. Wakeman School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in New Jersey for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
School Overview
Jotham W. Wakeman School's student population of 585 students has declined by 18% over five school years.
The teacher population of 58 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
Total Students
585 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
58 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Jotham W. Wakeman School ranks within the top 50% of all 2,183 schools in New Jersey (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Jotham W. Wakeman School is 0.68, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.71. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#733 out of 2183 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
33%
26%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
53%
47%
Student : Teacher Ratio
10:1
11:1
American Indian
1%
n/a
Asian
40%
10%
Hispanic
39%
32%
Black
10%
15%
White
8%
40%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
2%
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
41%
30%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
5%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NJ Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Jotham W. Wakeman School's ranking?
Jotham W. Wakeman School is ranked #733 out of 2,183 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in New Jersey.
What schools are Jotham W. Wakeman School often compared to?
Jotham W. Wakeman Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Patricia M. Noonan School Ps #26 by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
33% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 26% NJ state average), while 53% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% NJ state average).
How many students attend Jotham W. Wakeman School?
585 students attend Jotham W. Wakeman School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
40% of Jotham W. Wakeman School students are Asian, 39% of students are Hispanic, 10% of students are Black, 8% of students are White, 2% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are American Indian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Jotham W. Wakeman School?
Jotham W. Wakeman School has a student ration of 10:1, which is lower than the New Jersey state average of 11:1.
What grades does Jotham W. Wakeman School offer ?
Jotham W. Wakeman School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5
What school district is Jotham W. Wakeman School part of?
Jotham W. Wakeman School is part of Jersey City Public Schools School District.
In what neighborhood is Jotham W. Wakeman School located?
Jotham W. Wakeman School is located in the The Heights neighborhood of Jersey City, NJ. There are 7 other public schools located in The Heights.
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