Serving 611 students in grades Kindergarten-5, Joseph F Brandt Elementary School ranks in the top 10% 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 71% (which is higher than the New Jersey state average of 36%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 84% (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 39% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the New Jersey state average of 62% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: Kindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 611 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 12:1
- Minority Enrollment: 39%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 10% in NJ
- Math Proficiency: 71% (Top 10%)
- Reading Proficiency: 84% (Top 5%)
- Science Proficiency: 50-59% (Top 10%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NJ Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Joseph F Brandt Elementary 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
School Overview
Joseph F Brandt Elementary School's student population of 611 students has grown by 102% over five school years.
The teacher population of 52 teachers has grown by 79% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
Total Students
611 students

Gender %

Total Classroom Teachers
52 teachers

Students by Grade

School Rankings
Joseph F Brandt Elementary School ranks within the top 10% of all 2,201 schools in New Jersey (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Joseph F Brandt Elementary School is 0.58, 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
#131 out of 2201 schools
(Top 10%)
(Top 10%)

Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
71%
36%

Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
84%
49%

Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
50-59%
23%

Student : Teacher Ratio
12:1
11:1

American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
11%
10%

Hispanic
19%
34%

Black
4%
15%

White
61%
38%

Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
5%
3%

All Ethnic Groups



Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
19%
32%

Eligible for Reduced Lunch
2%
6%

School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NJ Dept. of Education
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is Joseph F Brandt Elementary School's ranking?
Joseph F Brandt Elementary School is ranked #131 out of 2,201 schools, which ranks it among the top 10% of public schools in New Jersey.
What schools are Joseph F Brandt Elementary School often compared to?
Joseph F Brandt Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Wallace Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
71% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 36% NJ state average), while 84% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 49% NJ state average).
How many students attend Joseph F Brandt Elementary School?
611 students attend Joseph F Brandt Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
61% of Joseph F Brandt Elementary School students are White, 19% of students are Hispanic, 11% of students are Asian, 5% of students are Two or more races, and 4% of students are Black.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Joseph F Brandt Elementary School?
Joseph F Brandt Elementary School has a student ration of 12:1, which is higher than the New Jersey state average of 11:1.
What grades does Joseph F Brandt Elementary School offer ?
Joseph F Brandt Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5
What school district is Joseph F Brandt Elementary School part of?
Joseph F Brandt Elementary School is part of Hoboken Public School District.
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