Serving 626 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Dr. Maya Angelou Elementary 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 21% (which is lower than the New Jersey state average of 36%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 32% (which is lower than the New Jersey state average of 49%).
The student:teacher ratio of 14:1 is higher than the New Jersey state level of 11:1.
Minority enrollment is 93% of the student body (majority Black and Hispanic), which is higher than the New Jersey state average of 62% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 626 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 93%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in NJ
- Math Proficiency: 21% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 32% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 6-9% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NJ Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Dr. Maya Angelou Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in New Jersey for:
Category
Attribute
Most improved public schools
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
School Overview
Dr. Maya Angelou Elementary School's student population of 626 students has declined by 8% over five school years.
The teacher population of 44 teachers has declined by 39% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
626 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
44 teachers
School Rankings
Dr. Maya Angelou Elementary School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 2,201 schools in New Jersey (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Dr. Maya Angelou Elementary School is 0.64, 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
#1700 out of 2201 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
21%
36%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
32%
49%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
6-9%
23%
Student : Teacher Ratio
14:1
11:1
American Indian
2%
n/a
Asian
4%
10%
Hispanic
39%
34%
Black
45%
15%
White
7%
38%
Hawaiian
1%
n/a
Two or more races
2%
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
66%
32%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
3%
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 Dr. Maya Angelou Elementary School's ranking?
Dr. Maya Angelou Elementary School is ranked #1700 out of 2,201 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in New Jersey.
What schools are Dr. Maya Angelou Elementary School often compared to?
Dr. Maya Angelou Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like President Barack Obama Elementary School, Alexander D. Sullivan School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
21% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 36% NJ state average), while 32% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 49% NJ state average).
How many students attend Dr. Maya Angelou Elementary School?
626 students attend Dr. Maya Angelou Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
45% of Dr. Maya Angelou Elementary School students are Black, 39% of students are Hispanic, 7% of students are White, 4% of students are Asian, 2% of students are American Indian, 2% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Hawaiian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Dr. Maya Angelou Elementary School?
Dr. Maya Angelou Elementary School has a student ration of 14:1, which is higher than the New Jersey state average of 11:1.
What grades does Dr. Maya Angelou Elementary School offer ?
Dr. Maya Angelou Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Dr. Maya Angelou Elementary School part of?
Dr. Maya Angelou Elementary School is part of Jersey City School District.
In what neighborhood is Dr. Maya Angelou Elementary School located?
Dr. Maya Angelou Elementary School is located in the Greenville neighborhood of Jersey City, NJ. There are 10 other public schools located in Greenville.
School Reviews
5 9/1/2015
Love it!!! The principle is awsome. I just graduated from there I had a good time for kindergarten through 5th grade. The teachers care about the students. There are no bullys too. When you are in the 5th grade you get lots of trips and fun activities and you celebrate by going to a fancy restaurant. I highly recommend this school.
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