Serving 250 students in grades 6-8, Ezra L. Nolan 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 4% (which is lower than the New Jersey state average of 38%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 14% (which is lower than the New Jersey state average of 49%).
The student-teacher ratio of 8:1 is lower than the New Jersey state level of 11:1.
Minority enrollment is 97% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the New Jersey state average of 63% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 250 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 8:1
- Minority Enrollment: 97%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in NJ
- Math Proficiency: 4% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 14% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: ≤5% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Ezra L. Nolan School serves the southwest part of Jersey City, NJ, covering an area of approximately 2.2 square miles. Most students live within a 5-10 minute drive from the school, with the furthest edge of the attendance zone located about 2.3 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NJ Dept. of Education
School Overview
Ezra L. Nolan School's student population of 250 students has declined by 6% over five school years.
The teacher population of 31 teachers has grown by 24% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
250 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
31 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
School Calendar
School Rankings
Ezra L. Nolan 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 Ezra L. Nolan School is 0.57, 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
#2150 out of 2184 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
4%
38%
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
14%
49%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
≤5%
23%
Student-Teacher Ratio
8:1
11:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
American Indian
1%
n/a
Asian
2%
11%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
38%
35%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Black
54%
14%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
White
3%
37%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Hawaiian
1%
n/a
Two or more races
1%
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)52.4%
16.7%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
80%
38%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 36-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
4%
5%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 26-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Sports
Colors
Panther Pride Blue and Gold
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NJ Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Ezra L. Nolan School's ranking?
Ezra L. Nolan School is ranked #2150 out of 2,184 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in New Jersey.
What schools are Ezra L. Nolan School often compared to?
Ezra L. Nolan Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Academy I, Franklin L. Williams School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
4% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 38% NJ state average), while 14% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 49% NJ state average).
How many students attend Ezra L. Nolan School?
250 students attend Ezra L. Nolan School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
54% of Ezra L. Nolan School students are Black, 38% of students are Hispanic, 3% of students are White, 2% of students are Asian, 1% of students are American Indian, 1% of students are Hawaiian, and 1% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Ezra L. Nolan School?
Ezra L. Nolan School has a student ration of 8:1, which is lower than the New Jersey state average of 11:1.
What grades does Ezra L. Nolan School offer ?
Ezra L. Nolan School offers enrollment in grades 6-8 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Ezra L. Nolan School part of?
Ezra L. Nolan School is part of Jersey City School District.
In what neighborhood is Ezra L. Nolan School located?
Ezra L. Nolan School is located in the Greenville neighborhood of Jersey City, NJ. There are 10 other public schools located in Greenville.
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