Below Average
#2226 of 2,466 schools in NJ
Ezra L. Nolan School
Middle School · Jersey City Public Schools
88 GATES AVE, Jersey City, NJ 07305
Enrollment
218
Student-Teacher
8.7:1
Score
4.3
Grades
6th – 8th
Enrollment
218
Student-Teacher
8.7:1
Score
4.3
Grades
6th – 8th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
New Jersey schools
#2,226 of 2,466
In Jersey City
#45 of 52
public schools
In district
#32 of 39
Jersey City Public Schools
Academic growth
7.7 / 10
Very Good
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Ezra L. Nolan School
Middle School in Jersey City · grades 6th – 8th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.
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About Ezra L. Nolan School
Ezra L. Nolan School is a public middle school in Jersey City, NJ, part of Jersey City Public Schools. Ezra L.
Nolan School serves approximately 218 students, and covers grades 6th-8th, and has a 8.7:1 student-teacher ratio. Ezra L. Nolan School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.3 out of 10 and ranks #2,226 of 2,466 schools in NJ.
Structured state assessment records for Ezra L. Nolan School show 9% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 18% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).
- This school 4.3 · Below Average
- District avg 6.0
- NJ avg 6.9
What Parents Should Know
Test scores at Ezra L. Nolan School sit below average, but its growth scores are strong: students here make above-average progress year over year. The raw numbers haven't caught up, but a school that keeps moving kids forward is doing the harder, more important work.
At 8.7:1 students to teachers, Ezra L. Nolan School sits well below the national average. Smaller classes like that usually mean more one-on-one time between students and teachers.
60% of students at Ezra L. Nolan School were chronically absent in the 2022-23 school year, above the national average. Chronic absenteeism means missing 15 or more school days, and at high rates it drags on classroom pacing for everyone. Ask what the school does to help families get kids to class consistently.
Score Breakdown
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Ezra L. Nolan School — Students at Ezra L. Nolan School score 9% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 27%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
72.9%
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
↓ DecliningAverage 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: 7.7/10.
How Ezra L. Nolan School Compares
See how Ezra L. Nolan School performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Location
88 GATES AVE, Jersey City, NJ 07305
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Ezra L. Nolan School may also want to explore other middle schools in the area. Infinity Institute (rated 8.1/10, 0.4 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is Soaring Heights Charter School (rated 8.0/10, 0.6 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Academy I (rated 8.0/10, 1.4 miles away), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Jersey City, see our Jersey City schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 1.5 miNeighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 07305 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$77,126
Median Home Value
$418,200
Median Rent
$1,610/mo
Population
71,643
College Educated
34.6%
Homeownership
42.6%
Avg Commute
38.9 min
Poverty Rate
19.2%
Median Age
35.7
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Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Ezra L. Nolan School
What grades does Ezra L. Nolan School serve?
Ezra L. Nolan School serves students in grades 6th through 8th.
How many students attend Ezra L. Nolan School?
Ezra L. Nolan School has an enrollment of approximately 218 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Ezra L. Nolan School?
The student-teacher ratio at Ezra L. Nolan School is 8.7:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Ezra L. Nolan School rank in NJ?
Ezra L. Nolan School ranks #2,226 of 2,466 schools in NJ.
What is Ezra L. Nolan School's MySchoolScout rating?
Ezra L. Nolan School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.3 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 Ezra L. Nolan School?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Ezra L. Nolan School has 9% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 18% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).
Is Ezra L. Nolan School a charter school?
No, Ezra L. Nolan School is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Ezra L. Nolan School a Title I school?
No, Ezra L. Nolan School is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Ezra L. Nolan School?
72.9% of students at Ezra L. Nolan 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
- 6th – 8th
- Enrollment
- 218
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 8.7:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 25
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 72.9%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large City
- County
- Hudson County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 60.1%
- Phone
- (201) 915-6570
Resources & Links
District
Jersey City Public Schools- District Enrollment
- 26,293
- Schools in District
- 39
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $28,525
- District Rank
- #32 of 39
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