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Best 07304 New Jersey Public Preschools (2026-27)

For the 2026-27 school year, there are 8 public preschools serving 3,912 students in 07304, NJ.
The top-ranked public preschools 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 preschools in zipcode 07304 have an average math proficiency score of 22% (versus the New Jersey public pre school average of 36%), and reading proficiency score of 38% (versus the 44% statewide average). Pre schools in 07304, NJ have an average ranking of 2/10, which is in the bottom 50% of New Jersey public pre schools.
Minority enrollment is 77% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Black), which is more than the New Jersey public preschool average of 65% (majority Hispanic).

Best 07304, NJ Public Preschools (2026-27)

School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Learning Community Charter School
Charter School
(Math: 46% | Reading: 76%)
Rank:
8/
10
Top 30%
2495 John F Kennedy Blvd
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:
4/
10
Bottom 50%
91 Astor Place
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:
4/
10
Bottom 50%
362 Union St
Jersey City, NJ 07304
(201) 915-6540
Gr: PK-4 | 318 students Student-teacher ratio: 11:1 Minority enrollment: 73%
Rank: #44.
Joseph H. Brensinger School
(Math: 22% | Reading: 44%)
Rank:
4/
10
Bottom 50%
600 Bergen Ave
Jersey City, NJ 07304
(201) 915-6120
Gr: PK-8 | 926 students Student-teacher ratio: 10:1 Minority enrollment: 60%
Rank: #55.
Rev. Dr. Ercel F. Webb School
(Math: 28% | Reading: 31%)
Rank:
3/
10
Bottom 50%
264 Van Horne Street
Jersey City, NJ 07304
(201) 915-6480
Gr: PK-5 | 613 students Student-teacher ratio: 9:1 Minority enrollment: 88%
Rank: #66.
Ollie Culbreth Jr. School
(Math: 8% | Reading: 12%)
Rank:
1/
10
Bottom 50%
153 Union St
Jersey City, NJ 07304
(201) 915-6430
Gr: PK-8 | 335 students Student-teacher ratio: 9:1 Minority enrollment: 95%
Rank: #77.
Chaplain Charles Watters School
(Math: 5% | Reading: 17%)
Rank:
1/
10
Bottom 50%
220 Virginia Ave
Jersey City, NJ 07304
(201) 915-6510
Gr: PK-8 | 586 students Student-teacher ratio: 11:1 Minority enrollment: 85%
Rank: n/an/a
Regional Day School
Special Education School
425 Johnston Avenue
Jersey City, NJ 07304
(201) 915-6165
Gr: PK-12 | 67 students Student-teacher ratio: 6:1 Minority enrollment: 86%
[+] Show Closed Public Schools in 07304 New Jersey

07304, New Jersey Public Schools (Closed)

School
Location
Quick Facts
Number 1 Elementary School (Closed 2008)
128 Duncan Avenue
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 preschools in 07304, NJ?
The top-ranked public preschools in 07304, NJ include Learning Community Charter School, Julia A. Barnes School and Dr. Paul Rafalides School.
How many public preschools are located in 07304?
8 public preschools are located in 07304.
What is the racial composition of students in 07304?
07304 public preschools minority enrollment is 77% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Black), which is more than the New Jersey public preschools average of 65% (majority Hispanic).

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