Serving 906 students in grades Prekindergarten-8, Christa Mcauliffe School ranks in the top 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 29% (which is lower than the New Jersey state average of 38%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 59% (which is higher 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 84% 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: 906 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 12:1
- Minority Enrollment: 84%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in NJ
- Math Proficiency: 29% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 59% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 15% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Christa McAuliffe School serves the northeast part of Jersey City, NJ, within an attendance area that spans approximately 0.2 square miles. Families typically have a short drive of 5-10 minutes to reach the school, with the furthest edge of the zone located about 0.5 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NJ Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Christa Mcauliffe School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in New Jersey for:
Category
Attribute
Most improved public schools
School Overview
Christa Mcauliffe School's student population of 906 students has declined by 5% over five school years.
The teacher population of 75 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-8
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
906 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
75 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
School Calendar
School Motto
Challenge every student every day in every way
School Rankings
Christa Mcauliffe School ranks within the top 50% of all 2,184 schools in New Jersey (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Christa Mcauliffe School is 0.45, 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
#1084 out of 2184 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
29%
38%
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
59%
49%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
15%
23%
Student-Teacher Ratio
12:1
11:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Asian
7%
11%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
72%
35%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Black
3%
14%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
White
16%
37%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
2%
3%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)21.2%
16.7%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
64%
38%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 36-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
7%
5%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 26-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Sports
Colors
Navy Blue and Gold
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NJ Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Christa Mcauliffe School's ranking?
Christa Mcauliffe School is ranked #1084 out of 2,184 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in New Jersey.
What schools are Christa Mcauliffe School often compared to?
Christa Mcauliffe Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Charles E. Trefurt School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
29% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 38% NJ state average), while 59% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 49% NJ state average).
How many students attend Christa Mcauliffe School?
906 students attend Christa Mcauliffe School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
72% of Christa Mcauliffe School students are Hispanic, 16% of students are White, 7% of students are Asian, 3% of students are Black, and 2% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Christa Mcauliffe School?
Christa Mcauliffe School has a student ration of 12:1, which is higher than the New Jersey state average of 11:1.
What grades does Christa Mcauliffe School offer ?
Christa Mcauliffe School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-8 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Christa Mcauliffe School part of?
Christa Mcauliffe School is part of Jersey City School District.
In what neighborhood is Christa Mcauliffe School located?
Christa Mcauliffe School 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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