Serving 821 students in grades Prekindergarten-8, Mahatma K. Gandhi 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 21% (which is lower than the New Jersey state average of 38%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 31% (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 70% of the student body (majority Asian and Hispanic), which is higher than the New Jersey state average of 63% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-8
- Enrollment: 821 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 10:1
- Minority Enrollment: 70%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in NJ
- Math Proficiency: 21% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 31% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 6-9% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Mahatma K. Gandhi School serves the northern part of Jersey City, NJ, spanning approximately 1.1 square miles. The typical drive to the school from the attendance zone is between 5 to 10 minutes, with the furthest edge located about 1.2 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NJ Dept. of Education
School Overview
Mahatma K. Gandhi School's student population of 821 students has declined by 30% over five school years.
The teacher population of 82 teachers has declined by 31% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-8
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
821 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
82 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
School Calendar
School Rankings
Mahatma K. Gandhi 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 Mahatma K. Gandhi School is 0.75, which is more 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
#1763 out of 2184 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
21%
38%
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
31%
49%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
6-9%
23%
Student-Teacher Ratio
10:1
11:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Asian
31%
11%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
19%
35%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Black
18%
14%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
White
30%
37%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
2%
3%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 11-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)24.5%
16.7%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
75%
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
Sports
School Mascot
Hawk
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NJ Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Mahatma K. Gandhi School's ranking?
Mahatma K. Gandhi School is ranked #1763 out of 2,184 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in New Jersey.
What schools are Mahatma K. Gandhi School often compared to?
Mahatma K. Gandhi Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Martin Luther King Jr. School, The Ethical Community Charter School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
21% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 38% NJ state average), while 31% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 49% NJ state average).
How many students attend Mahatma K. Gandhi School?
821 students attend Mahatma K. Gandhi School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
31% of Mahatma K. Gandhi School students are Asian, 30% of students are White, 19% of students are Hispanic, 18% of students are Black, and 2% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Mahatma K. Gandhi School?
Mahatma K. Gandhi School has a student ration of 10:1, which is lower than the New Jersey state average of 11:1.
What grades does Mahatma K. Gandhi School offer ?
Mahatma K. Gandhi School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-8 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Mahatma K. Gandhi School part of?
Mahatma K. Gandhi School is part of Jersey City School District.
In what neighborhood is Mahatma K. Gandhi School located?
Mahatma K. Gandhi School is located in the Journal Square neighborhood of Jersey City, NJ. There are 3 other public schools located in Journal Square.
School Reviews
5 10/10/2025
I just graduated today!! I'm going to miss this school so much. They have awesome teachers who will care about you. I grew up in this school from starting 3rd grade at 9 years old to finishing 8th grade at 14 years old. Good Luck future graduates.
Congratulations class of 2016, we made it!!!!!!!!
- A proud P.S #23 Graduate
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