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#623 of 2,466 schools in NJ

Top 25% in state

Jersey City Global Charter School

Elementary School · Jersey City Global Charter School

255 Congress Street, Jersey City, NJ 07307

Charter

Enrollment

433

Student-Teacher

19.7:1

Score

7.5

Grades

Kindergarten – 8th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

New Jersey schools

#623 of 2,466

In Jersey City

#15 of 52

public schools

Equity

9.5 / 10

Excellent

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Jersey City Global Charter School

7.5/10

Elementary School in Jersey City · grades Kindergarten – 8th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.

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About Jersey City Global Charter School

Jersey City Global Charter School is a public elementary school in Jersey City, NJ, part of Jersey City Global Charter School. Jersey City Global Charter School serves approximately 433 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-8th, and has a 19.7:1 student-teacher ratio. Jersey City Global Charter School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.5 out of 10 and ranks #623 of 2,466 schools in NJ.

Structured state assessment records for Jersey City Global Charter School show 57% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2014-2025) and 76% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2014-2025).

How it compares1.0 pts above NJ schools
  • This school 7.5 · Very Good
  • NJ avg 6.5

What Parents Should Know

Jersey City Global Charter School is a charter school: publicly funded, but run with more independence than a traditional district school. Many charters are built around a specific model or focus, so it's worth understanding this one's mission, how enrollment works, and how it differs from the district schools nearby.

Score Breakdown

Full Profile · 3/3 metrics
Student Progress8.9Excellent50%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data11
Annual Change+5.67 pts/yr
Data Period2014–2025
TrendImproving
Academics9.3Excellent30%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency62.6% (2025 NJSLA)
Reading/ELA Proficiency82.4% (2025 NJSLA)
Math vs. State Avg+14.7 pts
Reading vs. State Avg+38.5 pts
Overall Proficiency72% (2025 NJSLA, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)53% (model expectation from 2025 NJSLA)
vs. Expected+19.6 pts
Adjusted Percentile89th
Resources & Environment1.5Needs Improvement20%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio19.7:1
Per-Pupil Spending$17,180
Chronic Absenteeism13.4%

Jersey City Global Charter School — Students at Jersey City Global Charter School score 72% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 53%).

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Equity & Diversity

Shown separately, not included in overall score

Free/Reduced Lunch

27.5%

Students qualifying for federal meal assistance

Test Scores NJ NJSLA (2024-25)

Math Proficiency 57.4% (multi-year average, 2014-2025)
School
State
39.0% (multi-year state average, 2024-2025)
ELA Proficiency 76.2% (multi-year average, 2014-2025)
School
State
52.6% (multi-year state average, 2024-2025)

Based on 43 test records from NJ state assessments. About our data

Proficiency Trend

↑ Improving

Average proficiency (% at or above grade level) across Math & ELA over time.

2014
Math
44.5%
ELA
44.5%
2015
Math
52%
ELA
67%
2016
Math
72%
ELA
82%
2017
Math
57%
ELA
72%
2018
Math
77%
ELA
87%
2019
Math
77%
ELA
87%
2020*
Math
32%
ELA
57%
2021*
Math
32%
ELA
57%
2022
Math
55%
ELA
82%
2024
Math
55.3%
ELA
78.4%
2025
Math
62.6%
ELA
82.4%

* 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: 8.9/10.

How Jersey City Global Charter School Compares

See how Jersey City Global Charter School performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.

Overall Score
7.5/10
75th percentile in NJ
Academic
9.3/10
Excellent
Growth
8.9/10
Excellent
Environment
1.5/10
Needs Improvement

Funding & Resources

Free/Reduced Lunch
Students eligible for subsidized meals
28%
Teaching Staff
20:1 student-teacher ratio
22 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
13.4%

Location

255 Congress Street, Jersey City, NJ 07307

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Jersey City Global Charter School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. TESSA INTERNATIONAL SCHOOL (rated 9.0/10, 0.9 miles away, in nearby Hoboken), which scores notably higher. Another option is Charles E. Trefurt School (rated 8.8/10, 0.8 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Jotham W. Wakeman School (rated 8.6/10, 1.2 miles away), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Jersey City, see our Jersey City schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 1.1 mi
School Distance Rating
Alfred Zampella School Jersey City 0.1 mi 5.7
Nicolaus Copernicus School Jersey City 0.4 mi 6.9
Christa McAuliffe School Jersey City 0.5 mi 7.8
Thomas A Edison Elementary School Union City 0.6 mi 8.5
Charles E. Trefurt School Jersey City 0.8 mi 8.8
ST NICHOLAS SCHOOL Jersey City 0.8 mi 6.8
John F Kennedy Elementary School N. Bergen 0.7 mi 5.2
Franklin L. Williams School Jersey City 1.0 mi 5.7
Patricia M. Noonan School PS #26 Jersey City 1.0 mi 4.2
TESSA INTERNATIONAL SCHOOL Hoboken 0.9 mi 9.0
Veterans' Memorial Elementary School Union City 0.9 mi 6.6
Sara M. Gilmore Academy Union City 1.0 mi 8.4
HOBOKEN CATHOLIC ACADEMY Hoboken 0.9 mi 6.7
ST FRANCIS ACADEMY Union City 1.0 mi 6.5
MIFTAAHUL ULOOM ACADEMY Union City 1.0 mi 8.1
Jotham W. Wakeman School Jersey City 1.2 mi 8.6
Thomas G. Connors Elementary School Hoboken 1.1 mi 7.5
Jose Marti STEM Academy Union City 1.1 mi 8.7
Jersey City Golden Door Charter School Jersey City 1.2 mi 5.5
Colin Powell Elementary School Union City 1.1 mi 7.7

Neighborhood 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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Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Jersey City Global Charter School

What grades does Jersey City Global Charter School serve?

Jersey City Global Charter School serves students in grades Kindergarten through 8th.

How many students attend Jersey City Global Charter School?

Jersey City Global Charter School has an enrollment of approximately 433 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Jersey City Global Charter School?

The student-teacher ratio at Jersey City Global Charter School is 19.7:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does Jersey City Global Charter School rank in NJ?

Jersey City Global Charter School ranks #623 of 2,466 schools in NJ.

What is Jersey City Global Charter School's MySchoolScout rating?

Jersey City Global Charter School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.5 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 Jersey City Global Charter School?

Based on loaded state assessment records, Jersey City Global Charter School has 57% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2014-2025) and 76% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2014-2025).

Is Jersey City Global Charter School a charter school?

Yes, Jersey City Global Charter School is a charter school. Charter schools are publicly funded but independently operated, often with more flexibility in curriculum and teaching methods.

Is Jersey City Global Charter School a Title I school?

No, Jersey City Global Charter School is not currently a Title I school.

What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Jersey City Global Charter School?

27.5% of students at Jersey City Global Charter 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.

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Neighborhood Context

Walk Score
90 Walker's Paradise
Transit Score
64 Good Transit
Bike Score
66 Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
Kindergarten – 8th
Enrollment
433
Student-Teacher Ratio
19.7:1
Teachers (FTE)
22
Free/Reduced Lunch
27.5%
Type
regular
Setting
Large City
County
Hudson County
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
13.4%

District

Jersey City Global Charter School
District Enrollment
433
Schools in District
1
Per-Pupil Spending
$17,180
District Rank
#1 of 1

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