Bayonne School District
School District · Bayonne, New Jersey
Avg Rating
5.9
out of 10
Schools
13
11 elem, 2 high
Per-Pupil Spending
$22,698
Student-Teacher Ratio
12.8:1
Avg Rating
5.9
out of 10
Schools
13
11 elem, 2 high
Per-Pupil Spending
$22,698
Student-Teacher Ratio
12.8:1
Evaluating Bayonne School District?
A district shares budget, policy, and attendance zones across its schools — use this page to judge Bayonne School District as a whole, then compare how its individual schools differ.
Shortlist starter
Start with these real page-level signals, then use the full table and map below.
John M. Bailey Community School
Bayonne · Elementary. Compare this profile against district averages, level fit, and attendance-zone reality below.
Lincoln Community School #5
Bayonne · Elementary. Compare this profile against district averages, level fit, and attendance-zone reality below.
Philip G. Vroom Community School
Bayonne · Elementary. Compare this profile against district averages, level fit, and attendance-zone reality below.
How this district compares
New Jersey rank
#297 of 398
districts by avg. composite
Vs. state average
-0.5
below New Jersey avg
Per-pupil spending
$22,698
$2,911 vs New Jersey median
District size
10,697 students
Much larger than New Jersey median
The short answer
Bayonne School District ranks #297 of 398 New Jersey districts by overall school rating. Bayonne School District's schools with real test data average 5.9/10 across 13 schools. Its top-rated schools are John M. Bailey Community School (7.8/10), Lincoln Community School #5 (7.6/10), and Philip G. Vroom Community School (7.2/10). Schools with estimated (proxy) scores are excluded from this ranking.
Rates 7.6/10 despite 55% of students being economically disadvantaged. That's about 2.1 points higher than its student-poverty level predicts. Roughly as clean a case of strong results without an affluent-ZIP price tag as you'll find among Bayonne School District schools.
Top-Rated Schools in Bayonne School District
Ranked by MySchoolScout composite rating using only schools with real test data (13 of 13). "Value" = points above what student poverty predicts. Estimated (proxy) scores are excluded.
| # | School | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | John M. Bailey Community School | 7.8 / 10 |
| 2 | Lincoln Community School #5 | 7.6 / 10 |
| 3 | Philip G. Vroom Community School | 7.2 / 10 |
| 4 | William Shemin Midtown Community School #8 | 7.1 / 10 |
| 5 | Woodrow Wilson Community School | 6.9 / 10 |
| 6 | Washington Community School #9 | 6.8 / 10 |
| 7 | Mary J Donohoe Community School | 5.8 / 10 |
| 8 | Bayonne High School | 5.2 / 10 |
| 9 | Horace Mann Community School | 5.2 / 10 |
| 10 | Bayonne Alternative High School | 5.1 / 10 |
See all 13 schools — including those with estimated data — in the full directory below. How we rate schools.
About Bayonne School District
Bayonne School District is a Bayonne, New Jersey school district serving 13 schools. The district educates 10,697 students with a student-teacher ratio of 12.8:1. The district invests $22,698 per student annually.
With an average rating of 5.9/10, Bayonne School District demonstrates solid academic performance.
The highest-rated school in the district is John M. Bailey Community School, which has a composite score of 7.8/10.
In standardized testing, Bayonne School District students show an average math proficiency of 42.4% and ELA proficiency of 54.4%.
The district includes 11 elementary schools , and 2 high schools.
District Map
Schools in Bayonne School District, colored by MySchoolScout rank. Click a pin for details.
District Average Test Scores
Average proficiency across all schools in Bayonne School District with test data.
Schools in Bayonne School District
13 schools Elementary Schools 11
High Schools 2
District Details
- State
- New Jersey
- City
- Bayonne
- Total Enrollment
- 10,697
- Teachers (FTE)
- 833
- Child Poverty Rate
- 0.2%
- Data Year
- 2023
Frequently Asked Questions
How many schools are in Bayonne School District?
Bayonne School District has 13 schools in total — 11 elementary, and 2 high schools. You can explore each school's ratings and details on this page.
What is the average rating for Bayonne School District?
The average composite rating for Bayonne School District is 5.9/10. This score is calculated from the individual ratings of all schools with academic data in the district.
What is the per-pupil spending in Bayonne School District?
Bayonne School District spends $22,698 per student per year.
What is the student-teacher ratio in Bayonne School District?
The average student-teacher ratio in Bayonne School District is 12.8:1.
What is the top-rated school in Bayonne School District?
John M. Bailey Community School is the highest-rated school in Bayonne School District with a composite score of 7.8/10.
What are the test scores in Bayonne School District?
Across schools in Bayonne School District with test data, the average math proficiency is 42.4% and the average ELA (reading/writing) proficiency is 54.4%. These figures represent the percentage of students meeting or exceeding grade-level standards.
How does Bayonne School District compare to other districts in New Jersey?
Bayonne School District has an average school rating of 5.9/10 across 13 schools. Families can compare this to other districts in New Jersey by visiting individual district pages. Factors like school size, available programs, and community demographics also play a role in choosing the right fit.
How does MySchoolScout rate schools?
MySchoolScout ratings blend student growth, poverty-adjusted academic performance, and learning environment — plus college readiness for high schools. Weights vary by school level, and equity data is shown for context without being factored into the score. Learn more about our rating system on our methodology page.
District Averages
- Overall Rating
- 5.9/10
- Math Proficiency
- 42.4%
- ELA Proficiency
- 54.4%
Resources
How we rate schools
A clear 1–10 score built from public data — growth, academics, and learning environment. No hidden criteria, no pay-to-play.
See how we rateOther School Districts in NJ
Compare Bayonne School District with neighboring districts in the state.
- Newark Public School District (64)
- Paterson Public School District (43)
- Jersey City Public Schools (39)
- Elizabeth Public Schools (37)
- Trenton Public School District (25)
- Woodbridge Township School District (24)
- Hamilton Township Public School District (23)
- East Orange School District (20)
- Cherry Hill School District (19)
- Clifton Public School District (19)
- Edison Township School District (19)
- Passaic City School District (19)
- Toms River Regional School District (18)
- Camden City School District (16)
- Middletown Township Public School District (16)
- Plainfield Public School District (15)
- Wayne Township Public School District (15)
- Old Bridge Township School District (14)
- Parsippany-troy Hills Township School District (14)
- Union City School District (14)
- Vineland Public School District (14)
- West Orange Public Schools (13)
- Brick Township Public School District (12)
- Howell Township Public School District (12)
Data from NCES Common Core of Data, New Jersey Dept. of Education, and U.S. Census ACS for the 2023–24 school year. Rankings computed by MySchoolScout. See all data sources.
Related reading
Get school insights in your inbox
New rankings, best-schools lists, and parent guides — delivered free. No spam, unsubscribe anytime.
We respect your privacy. Unsubscribe at any time.