Serving 537 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Frank R Conwell School ranks in the bottom 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 13% (which is lower than the New Jersey state average of 26%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 40% (which is lower than the New Jersey state average of 47%).
The student:teacher ratio of 11:1 is equal to the New Jersey state level of 11:1.
Minority enrollment is 80% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the New Jersey state average of 60% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 537 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 11:1
- Minority Enrollment: 80%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in NJ
- Math Proficiency: 13% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 40% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NJ Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Frank R Conwell School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in New Jersey for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
School Overview
Frank R Conwell School's student population of 537 students has declined by 16% over five school years.
The teacher population of 49 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
Total Students
537 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
49 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Frank R Conwell School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 2,183 schools in New Jersey (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Frank R Conwell School is 0.70, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.71. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#1535 out of 2183 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
13%
26%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
40%
47%
Student : Teacher Ratio
11:1
11:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
10%
10%
Hispanic
46%
32%
Black
20%
15%
White
20%
40%
Hawaiian
1%
n/a
Two or more races
3%
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
50%
30%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
4%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NJ Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Frank R Conwell School's ranking?
Frank R Conwell School is ranked #1535 out of 2,183 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in New Jersey.
What schools are Frank R Conwell School often compared to?
Frank R Conwell 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?
13% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 26% NJ state average), while 40% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% NJ state average).
How many students attend Frank R Conwell School?
537 students attend Frank R Conwell School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
46% of Frank R Conwell School students are Hispanic, 20% of students are Black, 20% of students are White, 10% of students are Asian, 3% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Hawaiian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Frank R Conwell School?
Frank R Conwell School has a student ration of 11:1, which is equal to the New Jersey state average of 11:1.
What grades does Frank R Conwell School offer ?
Frank R Conwell School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5
What school district is Frank R Conwell School part of?
Frank R Conwell School is part of Jersey City Public Schools School District.
In what neighborhood is Frank R Conwell School located?
Frank R Conwell School is located in the Downtown Jersey City neighborhood of Jersey City, NJ. There are 7 other public schools located in Downtown Jersey City.
School Reviews
5 3/19/2015
PS#3 has become the Jewel of downtown Jersey City. Not everyone thinks its perfect - but it is pretty close! If you want diversity and community, this is your school. PS#3 has the best Principal who inspires the staff and students - they LOVE Mr. Mischel and they are eager to please him. He teaches respect, fun and responsibility in all things. Its a beautiful bright campus where kids can PLAY OUTSIDE....go figure. And its a very well rounded, parent involved school with great teachers. My children's class photos look like a UN meeting - the reality of the multicultural habitat we call Jersey City. The ONE problem is the campus is shared with MS#4. This Middle School has MANY students who litter, curse, lack basic manners and show apathy towards adults/little kids on their campus. I have witnessed fights in the streets nearby (as soon as they get out of eye-shot of the campus) and they will sit on people's parked cars. They have an AP program at MS#4 program but bullying is notorious there. They have a bullying 'squad' to fight the issue, its that bad. Its hard to walk through them with your child - they will not move and will also play sports/run right through the crowds of elementary kids walking to class. I hope the MS4 leadership staff steps it up, for all of us: the elementary AND middle school kids/parents/staff. :[ Otherwise - PS#3 is an excellent public school.
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