Serving 580 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 30% (which is higher than the New Jersey state average of 26%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 45% (which is lower than the New Jersey state average of 47%).
The student:teacher ratio of 10:1 is lower than the New Jersey state level of 11:1.
Minority enrollment is 91% 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: 580 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 10:1
- Minority Enrollment: 91%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in NJ
- Math Proficiency: 30% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 45% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NJ Dept. of Education
School Overview
Nicolaus Copernicus School's student population of 580 students has declined by 18% over five school years.
The teacher population of 57 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
Total Students
580 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
57 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Nicolaus Copernicus School ranks within the top 50% of all 2,183 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 0.71. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#1038 out of 2183 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
30%
26%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
45%
47%
Student : Teacher Ratio
10:1
11:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
45%
10%
Hispanic
38%
32%
Black
7%
15%
White
9%
40%
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
45%
30%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
6%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: 2021-2022 (latest school year available) 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 #1038 out of 2,183 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?
30% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 26% NJ state average), while 45% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% NJ state average).
How many students attend Nicolaus Copernicus School?
580 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, 9% of students are White, 7% 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 Public Schools School District.
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