Serving 918 students in grades Prekindergarten-8, Christa Mcauliffe School ranks in the top 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 27% (which is lower than the New Jersey state average of 36%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 59% (which is higher than the New Jersey state average of 49%).
The student:teacher ratio of 13:1 is higher than the New Jersey state level of 11:1.
Minority enrollment is 89% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the New Jersey state average of 61% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024-25)
- School Type: Magnet School
- Grades: Prekindergarten-8
- Enrollment: 918 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 13:1
- Minority Enrollment: 89%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in NJ
- Math Proficiency: 27% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 59% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 15% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NJ Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Christa Mcauliffe School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in New Jersey for:
Category
Attribute
Most improved public schools
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
School Overview
Christa Mcauliffe School's student population of 918 students has declined by 10% over five school years.
The teacher population of 72 teachers has declined by 12% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-8
Total Students
918 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
72 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Christa Mcauliffe School ranks within the top 50% of all 2,201 schools in New Jersey (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Christa Mcauliffe School is 0.42, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.72. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#1067 out of 2201 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
27%
36%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
59%
49%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
15%
23%
Student : Teacher Ratio
13:1
11:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
8%
10%
Hispanic
75%
33%
Black
4%
15%
White
11%
39%
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
60%
31%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
8%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NJ Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Christa Mcauliffe School's ranking?
Christa Mcauliffe School is ranked #1067 out of 2,201 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in New Jersey.
What schools are Christa Mcauliffe School often compared to?
Christa Mcauliffe Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Charles E. Trefurt School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
27% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 36% NJ state average), while 59% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 49% NJ state average).
How many students attend Christa Mcauliffe School?
918 students attend Christa Mcauliffe School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
75% of Christa Mcauliffe School students are Hispanic, 11% of students are White, 8% of students are Asian, 4% of students are Black, and 2% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Christa Mcauliffe School?
Christa Mcauliffe School has a student ration of 13:1, which is higher than the New Jersey state average of 11:1.
What grades does Christa Mcauliffe School offer ?
Christa Mcauliffe School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-8
What school district is Christa Mcauliffe School part of?
Christa Mcauliffe School is part of Jersey City School District.
In what neighborhood is Christa Mcauliffe School located?
Christa Mcauliffe 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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