Serving 672 students in grades Prekindergarten-8, Dr. Michael Conti 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 35% (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 12:1 is higher than the New Jersey state level of 11:1.
Minority enrollment is 81% of the student body (majority Hispanic and 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-8
- Enrollment: 672 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 12:1
- Minority Enrollment: 81%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in NJ
- Math Proficiency: 35% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 59% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 25-29% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NJ Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Dr. Michael Conti School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in New Jersey for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
School Overview
Dr. Michael Conti School's student population of 672 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 55 teachers has declined by 12% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-8
Total Students
672 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
55 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Dr. Michael Conti 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 Dr. Michael Conti School is 0.75, which is more 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
#949 out of 2201 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
35%
36%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
59%
49%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
25-29%
23%
Student : Teacher Ratio
12:1
11:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
26%
10%
Hispanic
36%
33%
Black
12%
15%
White
19%
39%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
7%
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
35%
31%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
6%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NJ Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Dr. Michael Conti School's ranking?
Dr. Michael Conti School is ranked #949 out of 2,201 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in New Jersey.
What schools are Dr. Michael Conti School often compared to?
Dr. Michael Conti Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Cornelia F. Bradford School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
35% 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 Dr. Michael Conti School?
672 students attend Dr. Michael Conti School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
36% of Dr. Michael Conti School students are Hispanic, 26% of students are Asian, 19% of students are White, 12% of students are Black, and 7% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Dr. Michael Conti School?
Dr. Michael Conti School has a student ration of 12:1, which is higher than the New Jersey state average of 11:1.
What grades does Dr. Michael Conti School offer ?
Dr. Michael Conti School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-8
What school district is Dr. Michael Conti School part of?
Dr. Michael Conti School is part of Jersey City School District.
In what neighborhood is Dr. Michael Conti School located?
Dr. Michael Conti School is located in the The Village neighborhood of Jersey City, NJ.
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