Serving 629 students in grades Prekindergarten-8, Alfred Zampella 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 34% (which is lower than the New Jersey state average of 38%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 50% (which is higher than the New Jersey state average of 49%).
The student-teacher ratio of 11:1 is equal to the New Jersey state level of 11:1.
Minority enrollment is 92% 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-8
- Enrollment: 629 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 11:1
- Minority Enrollment: 92%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in NJ
- Math Proficiency: 34% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 50% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 15-19% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: The Alfred Zampella School serves the northern part of Jersey City, NJ, encompassing an area of approximately 0.7 square miles. Families typically experience a short drive of 5-10 minutes to the school, with most residing within about 0.8 miles of the zone's edge, and the furthest distance reaching 1.2 miles.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NJ Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Alfred Zampella School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in New Jersey for:
Category
Attribute
Most improved public schools
School Overview
Alfred Zampella School's student population of 629 students has declined by 19% over five school years.
The teacher population of 58 teachers has declined by 14% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-8
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
629 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
58 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
School Calendar
School Motto
Some Have a Story, We Have a Legacy!
School Rankings
Alfred Zampella 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 Alfred Zampella School is 0.55, 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
#1189 out of 2184 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
34%
38%
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
50%
49%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
15-19%
23%
Student-Teacher Ratio
11:1
11:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Asian
24%
11%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
62%
35%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Black
5%
14%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
White
8%
37%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
1%
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)30.1%
16.7%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
60%
38%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 36-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
8%
5%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 26-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 Alfred Zampella School's ranking?
Alfred Zampella School is ranked #1189 out of 2,184 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in New Jersey.
What schools are Alfred Zampella School often compared to?
Alfred Zampella Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Nicolaus Copernicus School, Cornelia F. Bradford School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
34% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 38% NJ state average), while 50% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 49% NJ state average).
How many students attend Alfred Zampella School?
629 students attend Alfred Zampella School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
62% of Alfred Zampella School students are Hispanic, 24% of students are Asian, 8% of students are White, 5% of students are Black, and 1% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Alfred Zampella School?
Alfred Zampella School has a student ration of 11:1, which is equal to the New Jersey state average of 11:1.
What grades does Alfred Zampella School offer ?
Alfred Zampella School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-8 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Alfred Zampella School part of?
Alfred Zampella School is part of Jersey City School District.
In what neighborhood is Alfred Zampella School located?
Alfred Zampella School is located in the The Heights neighborhood of Jersey City, NJ. There are 7 other public schools located in The Heights.
School Reviews
5 10/10/2025
Excellent school and excellent teachers.
5 10/10/2025
! I love this school so much, my teachers teach me very good skills and I get amazing marks on my tests.
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