Serving 309 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Julia A. Barnes 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 25-29% (which is lower than the New Jersey state average of 36%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 40-44% (which is lower than the New Jersey state average of 49%).
The student:teacher ratio of 9:1 is lower than the New Jersey state level of 11:1.
Minority enrollment is 91% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the New Jersey state average of 62% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 309 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 9:1
- Minority Enrollment: 91%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in NJ
- Math Proficiency: 25-29% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 40-44% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: ≤10% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NJ Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Julia A. Barnes School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in New Jersey for:
Category
Attribute
Student Attention
School Overview
Julia A. Barnes School's student population of 309 students has declined by 6% over five school years.
The teacher population of 33 teachers has declined by 8% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
309 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
33 teachers
School Rankings
Julia A. Barnes 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 Julia A. Barnes School is 0.52, 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
#1391 out of 2201 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
25-29%
36%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-44%
49%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
≤10%
23%
Student : Teacher Ratio
9:1
11:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
3%
10%
Hispanic
66%
34%
Black
21%
15%
White
9%
38%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
1%
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
57%
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 Julia A. Barnes School's ranking?
Julia A. Barnes School is ranked #1391 out of 2,201 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in New Jersey.
What schools are Julia A. Barnes School often compared to?
Julia A. Barnes Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Joseph H. Brensinger School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
25-29% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 36% NJ state average), while 40-44% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 49% NJ state average).
How many students attend Julia A. Barnes School?
309 students attend Julia A. Barnes School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
66% of Julia A. Barnes School students are Hispanic, 21% of students are Black, 9% of students are White, 3% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Julia A. Barnes School?
Julia A. Barnes School has a student ration of 9:1, which is lower than the New Jersey state average of 11:1.
What grades does Julia A. Barnes School offer ?
Julia A. Barnes School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Julia A. Barnes School part of?
Julia A. Barnes School is part of Jersey City School District.
In what neighborhood is Julia A. Barnes School located?
Julia A. Barnes School is located in the McGinley Square neighborhood of Jersey City, NJ. There are 1 other public schools located in McGinley Square.
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