Serving 617 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Jotham W. Wakeman School ranks in the top 30% of all schools in New Jersey for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 30%, and reading proficiency is top 30%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 61% (which is higher than the New Jersey state average of 38%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 58% (which is higher 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 90% of the student body (majority Asian), which is higher than the New Jersey state average of 63% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 617 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 11:1
- Minority Enrollment: 90%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30% in NJ
- Math Proficiency: 61% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 58% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 30-34% (Top 30%)
- Attendance Zone: Jotham W. Wakeman School serves the northeast part of Jersey City, NJ, covering an area of approximately 0.5 square miles. Families within this zone typically have a drive of 5-10 minutes to reach the school, with an average distance of about 0.5 miles to the zone's edge and a maximum distance of 0.7 miles.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NJ Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Jotham W. Wakeman School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in New Jersey for:
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School Overview
Jotham W. Wakeman School's student population of 617 students has declined by 5% over five school years.
The teacher population of 56 teachers has declined by 8% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
617 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
56 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
School Calendar
School Rankings
Jotham W. Wakeman School ranks within the top 30% of all 2,184 schools in New Jersey (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Jotham W. Wakeman 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
#607 out of 2184 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
61%
38%
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
58%
49%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
30-34%
23%
Student-Teacher Ratio
11:1
11:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Asian
46%
11%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
31%
35%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Black
10%
14%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
White
10%
37%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
3%
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)22.4%
16.7%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
42%
38%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 36-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
3%
5%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 26-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NJ Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Jotham W. Wakeman School's ranking?
Jotham W. Wakeman School is ranked #607 out of 2,184 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in New Jersey.
What schools are Jotham W. Wakeman School often compared to?
Jotham W. Wakeman Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Patricia M. Noonan School Ps #26 by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
61% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 38% NJ state average), while 58% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 49% NJ state average).
How many students attend Jotham W. Wakeman School?
617 students attend Jotham W. Wakeman School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
46% of Jotham W. Wakeman School students are Asian, 31% of students are Hispanic, 10% of students are Black, 10% of students are White, and 3% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Jotham W. Wakeman School?
Jotham W. Wakeman School has a student ration of 11:1, which is equal to the New Jersey state average of 11:1.
What grades does Jotham W. Wakeman School offer ?
Jotham W. Wakeman School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Jotham W. Wakeman School part of?
Jotham W. Wakeman School is part of Jersey City School District.
In what neighborhood is Jotham W. Wakeman School located?
Jotham W. Wakeman School is located in the The Heights neighborhood of Jersey City, NJ. There are 7 other public schools located in The Heights.
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