Serving 962 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Cornelia F. Bradford School ranks in the top 1% of all schools in New Jersey for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 1%, and reading proficiency is top 1%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 87% (which is higher than the New Jersey state average of 36%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 91% (which is higher than the New Jersey state average of 49%).
The student:teacher ratio of 24:1 is higher than the New Jersey state level of 11:1.
Minority enrollment is 75% of the student body (majority Asian), which is higher than the New Jersey state average of 61% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Quick Stats (2024-25)
- School Type: Magnet School
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 962 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 24:1
- Minority Enrollment: 75%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 1% in NJ
- Math Proficiency: 87% (Top 1%)
- Reading Proficiency: 91% (Top 5%)
- Science Proficiency: 60-69% (Top 5%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NJ Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Cornelia F. Bradford School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in New Jersey for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Science Proficiency
Diversity
School Overview
Cornelia F. Bradford School's student population of 962 students has grown by 38% over five school years.
The teacher population of 40 teachers has grown by 14% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
Total Students
962 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
40 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Cornelia F. Bradford School ranks within the top 1% of all 2,201 schools in New Jersey (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Cornelia F. Bradford School is 0.71, 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
#16 out of 2201 schools
(Top 1%)
(Top 1%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
87%
36%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
91%
49%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
60-69%
23%
Student : Teacher Ratio
24:1
11:1
American Indian
1%
n/a
Asian
46%
10%
Hispanic
8%
33%
Black
6%
15%
White
25%
39%
Hawaiian
10%
n/a
Two or more races
4%
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
8%
31%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
2%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NJ Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Cornelia F. Bradford School's ranking?
Cornelia F. Bradford School is ranked #16 out of 2,201 schools, which ranks it among the top 1% of public schools in New Jersey.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
87% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 36% NJ state average), while 91% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 49% NJ state average).
How many students attend Cornelia F. Bradford School?
962 students attend Cornelia F. Bradford School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
46% of Cornelia F. Bradford School students are Asian, 25% of students are White, 10% of students are Hawaiian, 8% of students are Hispanic, 6% of students are Black, 4% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are American Indian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Cornelia F. Bradford School?
Cornelia F. Bradford School has a student ration of 24:1, which is higher than the New Jersey state average of 11:1.
What grades does Cornelia F. Bradford School offer ?
Cornelia F. Bradford School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5
What school district is Cornelia F. Bradford School part of?
Cornelia F. Bradford School is part of Jersey City School District.
In what neighborhood is Cornelia F. Bradford School located?
Cornelia F. Bradford School is located in the Downtown Jersey City neighborhood of Jersey City, NJ. There are 7 other public schools located in Downtown Jersey City.
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