Serving 402 students in grades 6-8, Academy I ranks in the top 5% of all schools in New Jersey for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 10%, and reading proficiency is top 10%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 60% (which is higher than the New Jersey state average of 26%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 76% (which is higher than the New Jersey state average of 47%).
The student:teacher ratio of 15:1 is higher than the New Jersey state level of 11:1.
Minority enrollment is 85% of the student body (majority Asian), which is higher than the New Jersey state average of 60% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 402 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Minority Enrollment: 85%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 5% in NJ
- Math Proficiency: 60% (Top 10%)
- Reading Proficiency: 76% (Top 5%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NJ Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Academy I ranks among the top 20% of public schools in New Jersey for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Diversity
School Overview
Academy I's student population of 402 students has declined by 17% over five school years.
The teacher population of 27 teachers has declined by 10% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
Total Students
402 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
27 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Academy I ranks within the top 5% of all 2,183 schools in New Jersey (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Academy I is 0.70, 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
#76 out of 2183 schools
(Top 5%)
(Top 5%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
60%
26%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
76%
47%
Student : Teacher Ratio
15:1
11:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
46%
10%
Hispanic
19%
32%
Black
19%
15%
White
15%
40%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
1%
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
40%
30%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
7%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NJ Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Academy I's ranking?
Academy I is ranked #76 out of 2,183 schools, which ranks it among the top 5% of public schools in New Jersey.
What schools are Academy I often compared to?
Academy Iis often viewed alongside schools like Infinity Institute by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
60% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 26% NJ state average), while 76% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% NJ state average).
How many students attend Academy I?
402 students attend Academy I.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
46% of Academy I students are Asian, 19% of students are Hispanic, 19% of students are Black, 15% of students are White, and 1% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Academy I?
Academy I has a student ration of 15:1, which is higher than the New Jersey state average of 11:1.
What grades does Academy I offer ?
Academy I offers enrollment in grades 6-8
What school district is Academy I part of?
Academy I is part of Jersey City Public Schools School District.
In what neighborhood is Academy I located?
Academy I is located in the Greenville neighborhood of Jersey City, NJ. There are 10 other public schools located in Greenville.
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