Serving 521 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Nicolaus Copernicus School ranks in the top 50% of all schools in New Jersey for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 38% (which is higher than the New Jersey state average of 36%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 47% (which is lower than the New Jersey state average of 49%).
The student:teacher ratio of 10:1 is lower than the New Jersey state level of 11:1.
Minority enrollment is 90% 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: 521 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 10:1
- Minority Enrollment: 90%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in NJ
- Math Proficiency: 38% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 47% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 25-29% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NJ Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Nicolaus Copernicus School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in New Jersey for:
Category
Attribute
Student Attention
School Overview
Nicolaus Copernicus School's student population of 521 students has declined by 26% over five school years.
The teacher population of 51 teachers has declined by 15% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
Total Students
521 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
51 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Nicolaus Copernicus 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 Nicolaus Copernicus School is 0.65, 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
#1098 out of 2201 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
38%
36%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
47%
49%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
25-29%
23%
Student : Teacher Ratio
10:1
11:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
45%
10%
Hispanic
38%
33%
Black
6%
15%
White
10%
39%
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
43%
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 Nicolaus Copernicus School's ranking?
Nicolaus Copernicus School is ranked #1098 out of 2,201 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in New Jersey.
What schools are Nicolaus Copernicus School often compared to?
Nicolaus Copernicus Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Alfred Zampella School, Charles E. Trefurt School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
38% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 36% NJ state average), while 47% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 49% NJ state average).
How many students attend Nicolaus Copernicus School?
521 students attend Nicolaus Copernicus School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
45% of Nicolaus Copernicus School students are Asian, 38% of students are Hispanic, 10% of students are White, 6% of students are Black, and 1% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Nicolaus Copernicus School?
Nicolaus Copernicus School has a student ration of 10:1, which is lower than the New Jersey state average of 11:1.
What grades does Nicolaus Copernicus School offer ?
Nicolaus Copernicus School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5
What school district is Nicolaus Copernicus School part of?
Nicolaus Copernicus School is part of Jersey City School District.
In what neighborhood is Nicolaus Copernicus School located?
Nicolaus Copernicus 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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