Serving 926 students in grades Prekindergarten-8, Joseph H. Brensinger 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 22% (which is lower than the New Jersey state average of 38%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 44% (which is lower than the New Jersey state average of 49%).
The student-teacher ratio of 10:1 is lower than the New Jersey state level of 11:1.
Minority enrollment is 60% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the New Jersey state average of 63% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-8
- Enrollment: 926 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 10:1
- Minority Enrollment: 60%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in NJ
- Math Proficiency: 22% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 44% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 9% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NJ Dept. of Education
School Overview
Joseph H. Brensinger School's student population of 926 students has declined by 21% over five school years.
The teacher population of 95 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-8
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
926 students
Total Classroom Teachers
95 teachers
School Calendar
School Motto
Soaring Towards Greater Heights
School Rankings
Joseph H. Brensinger 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 Joseph H. Brensinger School is 0.71, 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
#1506 out of 2184 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
22%
38%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
44%
49%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
9%
23%
Student-Teacher Ratio
10:1
11:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
8%
11%
Hispanic
30%
35%
Black
19%
14%
White
40%
37%
Hawaiian
1%
n/a
Two or more races
2%
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)24.5%
16.7%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
81%
38%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
5%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NJ Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Joseph H. Brensinger School's ranking?
Joseph H. Brensinger School is ranked #1506 out of 2,184 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in New Jersey.
What schools are Joseph H. Brensinger School often compared to?
Joseph H. Brensinger Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Julia A. Barnes School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
22% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 38% NJ state average), while 44% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 49% NJ state average).
How many students attend Joseph H. Brensinger School?
926 students attend Joseph H. Brensinger School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
40% of Joseph H. Brensinger School students are White, 30% of students are Hispanic, 19% of students are Black, 8% of students are Asian, 2% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Hawaiian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Joseph H. Brensinger School?
Joseph H. Brensinger School has a student ration of 10:1, which is lower than the New Jersey state average of 11:1.
What grades does Joseph H. Brensinger School offer ?
Joseph H. Brensinger School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-8 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Joseph H. Brensinger School part of?
Joseph H. Brensinger School is part of Jersey City School District.
In what neighborhood is Joseph H. Brensinger School located?
Joseph H. Brensinger School is located in the McGinley Square neighborhood of Jersey City, NJ. There are 1 other public schools located in McGinley Square.
School Reviews
5 10/10/2025
this school is great i like Mr. Tunque and mrs. .dowell
3 10/10/2025
My daughter love this school her school teacher Varga.
5 10/10/2025
Well run. Transferred both children to 17 from another school was gratefully granted permission by mr Brower. Three years continues to get better. Great reputationAnd careing.
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