Serving 638 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Alexander D. Sullivan 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 10-14% (which is lower than the New Jersey state average of 38%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 20-24% (which is lower 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 93% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the New Jersey state average of 63% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 638 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 12:1
- Minority Enrollment: 93%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in NJ
- Math Proficiency: 10-14% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 20-24% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 10-14% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: The Alexander D. Sullivan School serves the southwest part of Jersey City, NJ, covering an area of approximately 1.3 square miles. Most students live within a 5-10 minute drive from the school, with the furthest edge of the attendance zone being about 2.5 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NJ Dept. of Education
School Overview
Alexander D. Sullivan School's student population of 638 students has grown by 11% over five school years.
The teacher population of 54 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
638 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
54 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Year Founded
1992
School Calendar
School Rankings
Alexander D. Sullivan School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 2,184 schools in New Jersey (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Alexander D. Sullivan 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
#1963 out of 2184 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
10-14%
38%
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
20-24%
49%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
10-14%
23%
Student-Teacher Ratio
12:1
11:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Asian
5%
11%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
59%
35%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Black
26%
14%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
White
7%
37%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
3%
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)23.5%
16.7%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
75%
38%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 36-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
6%
5%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 25-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NJ Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Alexander D. Sullivan School's ranking?
Alexander D. Sullivan School is ranked #1963 out of 2,184 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in New Jersey.
What schools are Alexander D. Sullivan School often compared to?
Alexander D. Sullivan Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Dr. Maya Angelou Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
10-14% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 38% NJ state average), while 20-24% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 49% NJ state average).
How many students attend Alexander D. Sullivan School?
638 students attend Alexander D. Sullivan School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
59% of Alexander D. Sullivan School students are Hispanic, 26% of students are Black, 7% of students are White, 5% of students are Asian, and 3% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Alexander D. Sullivan School?
Alexander D. Sullivan School has a student ration of 12:1, which is higher than the New Jersey state average of 11:1.
What grades does Alexander D. Sullivan School offer ?
Alexander D. Sullivan School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Alexander D. Sullivan School part of?
Alexander D. Sullivan School is part of Jersey City School District.
In what neighborhood is Alexander D. Sullivan School located?
Alexander D. Sullivan School is located in the Greenville neighborhood of Jersey City, NJ. There are 10 other public schools located in Greenville.
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