Serving 359 students in grades Prekindergarten-8, Martin Center For The Arts 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 6% (which is lower than the New Jersey state average of 38%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 11% (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 96% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the New Jersey state average of 63% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-8
- Enrollment: 359 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 11:1
- Minority Enrollment: 96%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in NJ
- Math Proficiency: 6% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 11% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: ≤5% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: The Martin Center for the Arts serves the southern part of Jersey City, NJ, covering an area of approximately 0.7 square miles. Families within this zone can typically expect a drive of 5-10 minutes to the school, with the furthest edge of the zone located about 1.6 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NJ Dept. of Education
School Overview
Martin Center For The Arts's student population of 359 students has declined by 16% over five school years.
The teacher population of 34 teachers has declined by 15% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-8
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
359 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
34 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
School Calendar
School Rankings
Martin Center For The Arts 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 Martin Center For The Arts is 0.53, 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
#2139 out of 2184 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
6%
38%
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
11%
49%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
≤5%
23%
Student-Teacher Ratio
11:1
11:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Asian
1%
11%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 30-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
32%
35%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Black
61%
14%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
White
4%
37%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
2%
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)49.9%
16.7%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
82%
38%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 36-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
3%
5%
Showing 2012–2025. Full 26-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Sports
Colors
Respect, Integrity, Self-Control, and Empathy
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NJ Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Martin Center For The Arts's ranking?
Martin Center For The Arts is ranked #2139 out of 2,184 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in New Jersey.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
6% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 38% NJ state average), while 11% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 49% NJ state average).
How many students attend Martin Center For The Arts?
359 students attend Martin Center For The Arts.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
61% of Martin Center For The Arts students are Black, 32% of students are Hispanic, 4% of students are White, 2% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Martin Center For The Arts?
Martin Center For The Arts has a student ration of 11:1, which is equal to the New Jersey state average of 11:1.
What grades does Martin Center For The Arts offer ?
Martin Center For The Arts offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-8 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Martin Center For The Arts part of?
Martin Center For The Arts is part of Jersey City School District.
In what neighborhood is Martin Center For The Arts located?
Martin Center For The Arts 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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