For the 2026-27 school year, there are 11 public schools serving 6,334 students in 07304, NJ (there are 5 private schools, serving 525 private students). 92% of all K-12 students in 07304, NJ are educated in public schools (compared to the NJ state average of 86%).
The top-ranked public schools in 07304, NJ are Learning Community Charter School, Julia A. Barnes School and Dr. Paul Rafalides School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public schools in zipcode 07304 have an average math proficiency score of 20% (versus the New Jersey public school average of 38%), and reading proficiency score of 36% (versus the 49% statewide average). Schools in 07304, NJ have an average ranking of 2/10, which is in the bottom 50% of New Jersey public schools.
Minority enrollment is 82% of the student body (majority Black and Hispanic), which is more than the New Jersey public school average of 63% (majority Hispanic).
Best 07304, NJ Public Schools (2026-27)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Learning Community Charter School
Charter School
(Math: 46% | Reading: 76%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
2495 John F Kennedy Blvd
Jersey City, NJ 07304
(201) 332-0900
Jersey City, NJ 07304
(201) 332-0900
Gr: PK-8 | 634 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 71%
Rank: #22.
Julia A. Barnes School
(Math: 30-34% | Reading: 40-44%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
91 Astor Place
Jersey City, NJ 07304
(201) 915-6420
Jersey City, NJ 07304
(201) 915-6420
Gr: PK-5 | 433 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 84%
Rank: #33.
Dr. Paul Rafalides School
(Math: 25-29% | Reading: 40-44%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
362 Union St
Jersey City, NJ 07304
(201) 915-6540
Jersey City, NJ 07304
(201) 915-6540
Gr: PK-4 | 318 students Student-teacher ratio: 11:1 Minority enrollment: 73%
Rank: #44.
Empowerment Academy Charter School
Charter School
(Math: 25% | Reading: 44%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
240 Ege Avenue
Jersey City, NJ 07304
(201) 630-4798
Jersey City, NJ 07304
(201) 630-4798
Gr: K-10 | 1,272 students Student-teacher ratio: 12:1 Minority enrollment: 86%
Rank: #55.
Joseph H. Brensinger School
(Math: 22% | Reading: 44%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
600 Bergen Ave
Jersey City, NJ 07304
(201) 915-6120
Jersey City, NJ 07304
(201) 915-6120
Gr: PK-8 | 926 students Student-teacher ratio: 10:1 Minority enrollment: 60%
Rank: #66.
Rev. Dr. Ercel F. Webb School
(Math: 28% | Reading: 31%)
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
264 Van Horne Street
Jersey City, NJ 07304
(201) 915-6480
Jersey City, NJ 07304
(201) 915-6480
Gr: PK-5 | 613 students Student-teacher ratio: 9:1 Minority enrollment: 88%
Rank: #77.
Dr Lena Edwards Academic Charter School
Charter School
(Math: 13% | Reading: 24%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
509 Bramhall Ave.
Jersey City, NJ 07304
(201) 433-5300
Jersey City, NJ 07304
(201) 433-5300
Gr: K-8 | 383 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1
Rank: #88.
Ollie Culbreth Jr. School
(Math: 8% | Reading: 12%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
153 Union St
Jersey City, NJ 07304
(201) 915-6430
Jersey City, NJ 07304
(201) 915-6430
Gr: PK-8 | 335 students Student-teacher ratio: 9:1 Minority enrollment: 95%
Rank: #99.
Chaplain Charles Watters School
(Math: 5% | Reading: 17%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
220 Virginia Ave
Jersey City, NJ 07304
(201) 915-6510
Jersey City, NJ 07304
(201) 915-6510
Gr: PK-8 | 586 students Student-teacher ratio: 11:1 Minority enrollment: 85%
Rank: #1010.
Lincoln High School
(Math: 4% | Reading: 16%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
60 Crescent Ave
Jersey City, NJ 07304
(201) 915-6700
Jersey City, NJ 07304
(201) 915-6700
Gr: 9-12 | 767 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 94%
Rank: n/an/a
Regional Day School
Special Education School
425 Johnston Avenue
Jersey City, NJ 07304
(201) 915-6165
Jersey City, NJ 07304
(201) 915-6165
Gr: PK-12 | 67 students Student-teacher ratio: 6:1 Minority enrollment: 86%
07304, New Jersey Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Quick Facts
128 Duncan Avenue
Jersey City, NJ 07304
(201) 915-6460
Jersey City, NJ 07304
(201) 915-6460
Gr: PK-3 | 274 students Student-teacher ratio: 9:1 Minority enrollment: 99%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public schools in 07304, NJ?
The top-ranked public schools in 07304, NJ include Learning Community Charter School, Julia A. Barnes School and Dr. Paul Rafalides School.
How many public schools are located in 07304?
11 public schools are located in 07304.
What percentage of students in 07304 go to public school?
92% of all K-12 students in 07304 are educated in public schools (compared to the NJ state average of 86%).
What is the racial composition of students in 07304?
07304 public schools minority enrollment is 82% of the student body (majority Black and Hispanic), which is more than the New Jersey public schools average of 63% (majority Hispanic).
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