Serving 251 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Gladys Nunery 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 20-24% (which is lower than the New Jersey state average of 38%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 25-29% (which is lower 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 98% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the New Jersey state average of 63% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 251 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 11:1
- Minority Enrollment: 98%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in NJ
- Math Proficiency: 20-24% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 25-29% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: ≤10% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NJ Dept. of Education
School Overview
Gladys Nunery School's student population of 251 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 23 teachers has declined by 8% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
251 students
Total Classroom Teachers
23 teachers
Year Founded
1901
School Calendar
School Motto
We're not just a school, we're a family
School Rankings
Gladys Nunery 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 Gladys Nunery School is 0.51, 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
#1770 out of 2184 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
20-24%
38%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
25-29%
49%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
≤10%
23%
Student-Teacher Ratio
11:1
11:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
1%
11%
Hispanic
36%
35%
Black
60%
14%
White
2%
37%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
1%
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)52.6%
16.7%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
82%
38%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
2%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NJ Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Gladys Nunery School's ranking?
Gladys Nunery School is ranked #1770 out of 2,184 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in New Jersey.
What schools are Gladys Nunery School often compared to?
Gladys Nunery Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Joseph H. Brensinger School, Whitney M. Young Jr. School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
20-24% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 38% NJ state average), while 25-29% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 49% NJ state average).
How many students attend Gladys Nunery School?
251 students attend Gladys Nunery School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
60% of Gladys Nunery School students are Black, 36% of students are Hispanic, 2% of students are White, 1% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Gladys Nunery School?
Gladys Nunery School has a student ration of 11:1, which is equal to the New Jersey state average of 11:1.
What grades does Gladys Nunery School offer ?
Gladys Nunery School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Gladys Nunery School part of?
Gladys Nunery School is part of Jersey City School District.
In what neighborhood is Gladys Nunery School located?
Gladys Nunery School is located in the Bergen Lafayette neighborhood of Jersey City, NJ. There are 6 other public schools located in Bergen Lafayette.
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