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Jerome Dunn Academy No 9
Elementary School · Elizabeth Public Schools
125 Third Street, Elizabeth, NJ 07206
Enrollment
866
Student-Teacher
14.9:1
Score
5.1
Grades
Kindergarten – 8th
Enrollment
866
Student-Teacher
14.9:1
Score
5.1
Grades
Kindergarten – 8th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
New Jersey schools
#1,953 of 2,466
In Elizabeth
#30 of 37
public schools
In district
#30 of 37
Elizabeth Public Schools
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Jerome Dunn Academy No 9
Elementary School in Elizabeth · grades Kindergarten – 8th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.
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About Jerome Dunn Academy No 9
Jerome Dunn Academy No 9 is a public elementary school in Elizabeth, NJ, part of Elizabeth Public Schools. Jerome Dunn Academy No 9 serves approximately 866 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-8th, and has a 14.9:1 student-teacher ratio. Jerome Dunn Academy No 9 has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.1 out of 10 and ranks #1,953 of 2,466 schools in NJ.
Structured state assessment records for Jerome Dunn Academy No 9 show 14% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2014-2025) and 24% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2014-2025).
- This school 5.1 · Average
- District avg 6.4
- NJ avg 6.5
Score Breakdown
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Jerome Dunn Academy No 9 — Students at Jerome Dunn Academy No 9 score 21% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 17%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
89.7%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Test Scores NJ NJSLA (2024-25)
Based on 43 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: 6.1/10.
How Jerome Dunn Academy No 9 Compares
See how Jerome Dunn Academy No 9 performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Location
125 Third Street, Elizabeth, NJ 07206
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Jerome Dunn Academy No 9 may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. iPrep Academy School No 8 (rated 7.5/10, 0.2 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is Sonia Sotomayor School No 25 (rated 7.3/10, 0.5 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Winfield Scott School No. 2 (rated 6.7/10, 1.4 miles away), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Elizabeth, see our Elizabeth schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 1.7 miNeighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 07206 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$60,992
Median Home Value
$339,200
Median Rent
$1,543/mo
Population
31,120
College Educated
7.8%
Homeownership
27%
Avg Commute
25.5 min
Poverty Rate
18.5%
Median Age
31.9
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Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Jerome Dunn Academy No 9
What grades does Jerome Dunn Academy No 9 serve?
Jerome Dunn Academy No 9 serves students in grades Kindergarten through 8th.
How many students attend Jerome Dunn Academy No 9?
Jerome Dunn Academy No 9 has an enrollment of approximately 866 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Jerome Dunn Academy No 9?
The student-teacher ratio at Jerome Dunn Academy No 9 is 14.9:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Jerome Dunn Academy No 9 rank in NJ?
Jerome Dunn Academy No 9 ranks #1,953 of 2,466 schools in NJ.
What is Jerome Dunn Academy No 9's MySchoolScout rating?
Jerome Dunn Academy No 9 has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.1 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 Jerome Dunn Academy No 9?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Jerome Dunn Academy No 9 has 14% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2014-2025) and 24% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2014-2025).
Is Jerome Dunn Academy No 9 a charter school?
No, Jerome Dunn Academy No 9 is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Jerome Dunn Academy No 9 a Title I school?
No, Jerome Dunn Academy No 9 is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Jerome Dunn Academy No 9?
89.7% of students at Jerome Dunn Academy No 9 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
- Kindergarten – 8th
- Enrollment
- 866
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 14.9:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 58
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 89.7%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large Suburb
- County
- Union County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 21.1%
- Phone
- (908) 436-5580
Resources & Links
District
Elizabeth Public Schools- District Enrollment
- 28,334
- Schools in District
- 37
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $25,711
- District Rank
- #30 of 37
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