Serving 468 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Patricia M. Noonan School Ps #26 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 15-19% (which is lower than the New Jersey state average of 26%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 45-49% (which is approximately equal to the New Jersey state average of 47%).
The student:teacher ratio of 9:1 is lower than the New Jersey state level of 11:1.
Minority enrollment is 82% of the student body (majority Asian and Hispanic), which is higher than the New Jersey state average of 60% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 468 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 9:1
- Minority Enrollment: 82%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in NJ
- Math Proficiency: 15-19% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 45-49% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NJ Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Patricia M. Noonan School Ps #26 ranks among the top 20% of public schools in New Jersey for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
Student Attention
School Overview
Patricia M. Noonan School Ps #26's student population of 468 students has grown by 10% over five school years.
The teacher population of 55 teachers has grown by 12% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
Total Students
468 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
55 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Patricia M. Noonan School Ps #26 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 Patricia M. Noonan School Ps #26 is 0.72, which is more 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
#1218 out of 2183 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
15-19%
26%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
45-49%
47%
Student : Teacher Ratio
9:1
11:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
36%
10%
Hispanic
34%
32%
Black
10%
15%
White
18%
40%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
2%
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
46%
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 Patricia M. Noonan School Ps #26's ranking?
Patricia M. Noonan School Ps #26 is ranked #1218 out of 2,183 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in New Jersey.
What schools are Patricia M. Noonan School Ps #26 often compared to?
Patricia M. Noonan School Ps #26is often viewed alongside schools like Jotham W. Wakeman School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
15-19% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 26% NJ state average), while 45-49% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% NJ state average).
How many students attend Patricia M. Noonan School Ps #26?
468 students attend Patricia M. Noonan School Ps #26.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
36% of Patricia M. Noonan School Ps #26 students are Asian, 34% of students are Hispanic, 18% of students are White, 10% of students are Black, and 2% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Patricia M. Noonan School Ps #26?
Patricia M. Noonan School Ps #26 has a student ration of 9:1, which is lower than the New Jersey state average of 11:1.
What grades does Patricia M. Noonan School Ps #26 offer ?
Patricia M. Noonan School Ps #26 offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5
What school district is Patricia M. Noonan School Ps #26 part of?
Patricia M. Noonan School Ps #26 is part of Jersey City Public Schools School District.
In what neighborhood is Patricia M. Noonan School Ps #26 located?
Patricia M. Noonan School Ps #26 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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