Excellent
#82 of 2,466 schools in NJ
Top 3% in state
Charles E. Trefurt School
Elementary School · Jersey City Public Schools
96 FRANKLIN ST, Jersey City, NJ 07307
Enrollment
710
Student-Teacher
11.1:1
Score
8.8
Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Enrollment
710
Student-Teacher
11.1:1
Score
8.8
Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
New Jersey schools
#82 of 2,466
In Jersey City
#3 of 52
public schools
In district
#1 of 39
Jersey City Public Schools
Academic growth
9.9 / 10
Excellent
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About Charles E. Trefurt School
Charles E. Trefurt School is a public elementary school in Jersey City, NJ, part of Jersey City Public Schools. Charles E.
Trefurt School serves approximately 710 students, and covers grades Pre-K-5th, and has a 11.1:1 student-teacher ratio. Charles E. Trefurt School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 8.8 out of 10 and ranks #82 of 2,466 schools in NJ.
Structured state assessment records for Charles E. Trefurt School show 45% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 44% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).
- This school 8.8 · Excellent
- District avg 6.4
- NJ avg 6.5
Score Breakdown
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Charles E. Trefurt School — Students at Charles E. Trefurt School score 51% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 38%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
54.1%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Test Scores NJ NJSLA (2024-25)
Based on 41 test records from NJ state assessments. About our data
Proficiency Trend
→ StableAverage proficiency (% at or above grade level) across Math & ELA over time.
* COVID-affected year — test participation was uneven nationwide. This data is weighted at 50% in the Growth score calculation.
Source: EdFacts (NCES) and state assessment data. Growth score: 9.9/10.
How Charles E. Trefurt School Compares
See how Charles E. Trefurt School performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Location
96 FRANKLIN ST, Jersey City, NJ 07307
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Charles E. Trefurt School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. TESSA INTERNATIONAL SCHOOL (rated 9.0/10, 0.6 miles away, in nearby Hoboken), with a very similar rating. Another option is Jotham W. Wakeman School (rated 8.6/10, 0.6 miles away), with a very similar rating. Additionally, Thomas A Edison Elementary School (rated 8.5/10, 1.0 miles away, in nearby Union City), with a comparable rating. For more schools in Jersey City, see our Jersey City schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 1.1 miNeighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 07307 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$80,745
Median Home Value
$574,000
Median Rent
$1,708/mo
Population
42,242
College Educated
45.7%
Homeownership
35%
Avg Commute
35.3 min
Poverty Rate
13.5%
Median Age
36.4
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| Joseph F Brandt Elementary School Hoboken, NJ | 8.8 |
| Lafayette Mills School Manalapan, NJ | 8.8 |
| Laura Donovan School Freehold, NJ | 8.8 |
| Mountain View Elementary School Flanders, NJ | 8.8 |
| Collins Elementary School Livingston, NJ | 8.9 |
| Lakeview Elementary School Denville, NJ | 8.9 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Charles E. Trefurt School
What grades does Charles E. Trefurt School serve?
Charles E. Trefurt School serves students in grades Pre-K through 5th.
How many students attend Charles E. Trefurt School?
Charles E. Trefurt School has an enrollment of approximately 710 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Charles E. Trefurt School?
The student-teacher ratio at Charles E. Trefurt School is 11.1:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Charles E. Trefurt School rank in NJ?
Charles E. Trefurt School ranks #82 of 2,466 schools in NJ.
What is Charles E. Trefurt School's MySchoolScout rating?
Charles E. Trefurt School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 8.8 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.
What are the test scores at Charles E. Trefurt School?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Charles E. Trefurt School has 45% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 44% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).
Is Charles E. Trefurt School a charter school?
No, Charles E. Trefurt School is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Charles E. Trefurt School a Title I school?
No, Charles E. Trefurt School is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Charles E. Trefurt School?
54.1% of students at Charles E. Trefurt School qualify for free or reduced-price lunch. This is a commonly used indicator of economic need and provides important context when interpreting test scores.
Neighborhood Context
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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)
- Grades
- Pre-K – 5th
- Enrollment
- 710
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 11.1:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 64
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 54.1%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large City
- County
- Hudson County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 18.0%
- Phone
- (201) 714-4320
Resources & Links
District
Jersey City Public Schools- District Enrollment
- 26,293
- Schools in District
- 39
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $28,525
- District Rank
- #1 of 39
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