Serving 761 students in grades Prekindergarten-8, Alfred Zampella School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in New Jersey for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 18% (which is lower than the New Jersey state average of 26%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 41% (which is lower than the New Jersey state average of 47%).
The student:teacher ratio of 12:1 is higher than the New Jersey state level of 11:1.
Minority enrollment is 91% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the New Jersey state average of 60% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-8
- Enrollment: 761 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 12:1
- Minority Enrollment: 91%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in NJ
- Math Proficiency: 18% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 41% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NJ Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Alfred Zampella School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in New Jersey for:
Category
Attribute
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
School Overview
Alfred Zampella School's student population of 761 students has declined by 18% over five school years.
The teacher population of 66 teachers has declined by 8% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-8
Total Students
761 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
66 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Alfred Zampella School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 2,183 schools in New Jersey (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Alfred Zampella School is 0.56, 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
#1407 out of 2183 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
18%
26%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
41%
47%
Student : Teacher Ratio
12:1
11:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
21%
10%
Hispanic
62%
32%
Black
7%
15%
White
9%
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
60%
30%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
6%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NJ Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Alfred Zampella School's ranking?
Alfred Zampella School is ranked #1407 out of 2,183 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in New Jersey.
What schools are Alfred Zampella School often compared to?
Alfred Zampella Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Nicolaus Copernicus School, Cornelia F. Bradford School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
18% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 26% NJ state average), while 41% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% NJ state average).
How many students attend Alfred Zampella School?
761 students attend Alfred Zampella School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
62% of Alfred Zampella School students are Hispanic, 21% of students are Asian, 9% of students are White, 7% of students are Black, and 1% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Alfred Zampella School?
Alfred Zampella School has a student ration of 12:1, which is higher than the New Jersey state average of 11:1.
What grades does Alfred Zampella School offer ?
Alfred Zampella School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-8
What school district is Alfred Zampella School part of?
Alfred Zampella School is part of Jersey City Public Schools School District.
In what neighborhood is Alfred Zampella School located?
Alfred Zampella School is located in the The Heights neighborhood of Jersey City, NJ. There are 7 other public schools located in The Heights.
School Reviews
5 3/14/2023
! I love this school so much, my teachers teach me very good skills and I get amazing marks on my tests.
5 2/21/2019
Excellent school and excellent teachers.
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