Serving 388 students in grades Prekindergarten-8, Nicholas Oresko Community School ranks in the top 20% of all schools in New Jersey for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 30%, and reading proficiency is top 30%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 55% (which is higher than the New Jersey state average of 38%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 75% (which is higher 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 65% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Black), which is higher than the New Jersey state average of 63% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-8
- Enrollment: 388 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 11:1
- Minority Enrollment: 65%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20% in NJ
- Math Proficiency: 55% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 75% (Top 20%)
- Science Proficiency: 45-49% (Top 20%)
- Attendance Zone: Nicholas Oresko Community School serves a central area in Bayonne, NJ, encompassing approximately 0.1 square miles. Most families can expect a typical drive of 5-10 minutes to reach the school, with the farthest edge of the attendance zone located about 0.6 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NJ Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Nicholas Oresko Community School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in New Jersey for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Science Proficiency
School Overview
Nicholas Oresko Community School's student population of 388 students has declined by 12% over five school years.
The teacher population of 36 teachers has grown by 38% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-8
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
388 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 28-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
36 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 28-year historical data available below ↓
School Calendar
School Rankings
Nicholas Oresko Community School ranks within the top 20% of all 2,184 schools in New Jersey (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Nicholas Oresko Community 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
#407 out of 2184 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
55%
38%
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
75%
49%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
45-49%
23%
Student-Teacher Ratio
11:1
11:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 28-year historical data available below ↓
Asian
12%
11%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 28-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
28%
35%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 28-year historical data available below ↓
Black
21%
14%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 28-year historical data available below ↓
White
35%
37%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 28-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
4%
3%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 17-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 28-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)17.8%
16.7%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
59%
38%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 28-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
4%
5%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 26-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NJ Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Nicholas Oresko Community School's ranking?
Nicholas Oresko Community School is ranked #407 out of 2,184 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in New Jersey.
What schools are Nicholas Oresko Community School often compared to?
Nicholas Oresko Community Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Lincoln Community School #5, Henry E. Harris Community School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
55% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 38% NJ state average), while 75% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 49% NJ state average).
How many students attend Nicholas Oresko Community School?
388 students attend Nicholas Oresko Community School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
35% of Nicholas Oresko Community School students are White, 28% of students are Hispanic, 21% of students are Black, 12% of students are Asian, and 4% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Nicholas Oresko Community School?
Nicholas Oresko Community School has a student ration of 11:1, which is equal to the New Jersey state average of 11:1.
What grades does Nicholas Oresko Community School offer ?
Nicholas Oresko Community School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-8 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Nicholas Oresko Community School part of?
Nicholas Oresko Community School is part of Bayonne School District.
In what neighborhood is Nicholas Oresko Community School located?
Nicholas Oresko Community School is located in the Constable Hook neighborhood of Bayonne, NJ. There are 9 other public schools located in Constable Hook.
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