Serving 1,083 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Cornelia F. Bradford School ranks in the top 1% of all schools in New Jersey for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 1%, and reading proficiency is top 1%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 93% (which is higher than the New Jersey state average of 38%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 91% (which is higher than the New Jersey state average of 49%).
The student-teacher ratio of 27:1 is higher than the New Jersey state level of 11:1.
Minority enrollment is 73% of the student body (majority Asian), which is higher than the New Jersey state average of 62% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Quick Facts (2025)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 1,083 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 27:1
- Minority Enrollment: 73%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 1% in NJ
- Math Proficiency: 93% (Top 1%)
- Reading Proficiency: 91% (Top 5%)
- Science Proficiency: 60-69% (Top 5%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NJ Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Cornelia F. Bradford School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in New Jersey for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Most improved public schools
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Science Proficiency
Diversity
School Overview
Cornelia F. Bradford School's student population of 1,083 students has grown by 56% over five school years.
The teacher population of 40 teachers has grown by 14% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
1,083 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
40 teachers
Year Founded
1905
School Calendar
School Motto
where SUCCESS is cultivated!
School Rankings
Cornelia F. Bradford School ranks within the top 1% of all 2,184 schools in New Jersey (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Cornelia F. Bradford School is 0.68, 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
#16 out of 2184 schools
(Top 1%)
(Top 1%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
93%
38%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
91%
49%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
60-69%
23%
Student-Teacher Ratio
27:1
11:1
American Indian
1%
n/a
Asian
49%
10%
Hispanic
7%
34%
Black
5%
15%
White
27%
38%
Hawaiian
8%
n/a
Two or more races
3%
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
6%
32%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
2%
6%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NJ Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Cornelia F. Bradford School's ranking?
Cornelia F. Bradford School is ranked #16 out of 2,184 schools, which ranks it among the top 1% of public schools in New Jersey.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
93% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 38% NJ state average), while 91% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 49% NJ state average).
How many students attend Cornelia F. Bradford School?
1,083 students attend Cornelia F. Bradford School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
49% of Cornelia F. Bradford School students are Asian, 27% of students are White, 8% of students are Hawaiian, 7% of students are Hispanic, 5% of students are Black, 3% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are American Indian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Cornelia F. Bradford School?
Cornelia F. Bradford School has a student ration of 27:1, which is higher than the New Jersey state average of 11:1.
What grades does Cornelia F. Bradford School offer ?
Cornelia F. Bradford School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Cornelia F. Bradford School part of?
Cornelia F. Bradford School is part of Jersey City School District.
In what neighborhood is Cornelia F. Bradford School located?
Cornelia F. Bradford School is located in the Downtown Jersey City neighborhood of Jersey City, NJ. There are 7 other public schools located in Downtown Jersey City.
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