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#455 of 2,466 schools in NJ

Top 18% in state

John M. Bailey Community School

Elementary School · Bayonne School District

75 WEST 10TH STREET, Bayonne, NJ 07002

Enrollment

632

Student-Teacher

11.7:1

Score

7.8

Grades

Pre-K – 8th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

New Jersey schools

#455 of 2,466

In Bayonne

#1 of 13

public schools

In district

#1 of 13

Bayonne School District

Academic growth

9.3 / 10

Excellent

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John M. Bailey Community School

7.8/10

Elementary School in Bayonne · grades Pre-K – 8th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.

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About John M. Bailey Community School

John M. Bailey Community School is a public elementary school in Bayonne, NJ, part of Bayonne School District. John M.

Bailey Community School serves approximately 632 students, and covers grades Pre-K-8th, and has a 11.7:1 student-teacher ratio. John M. Bailey Community School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.8 out of 10 and ranks #455 of 2,466 schools in NJ.

Structured state assessment records for John M. Bailey Community School show 43% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 58% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).

How it compares1.8 pts above district
  • This school 7.8 · Very Good
  • District avg 6.0
  • NJ avg 6.5

Score Breakdown

Full Profile · 3/3 metrics
Student Progress9.3Excellent50%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data16
Annual Change+6.94 pts/yr
Data Period2009–2025
TrendImproving
Academics8.2Excellent30%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency41.1% (2025 NJSLA)
Reading/ELA Proficiency68% (2025 NJSLA)
Math vs. State Avg-6.8 pts
Reading vs. State Avg+24.1 pts
Overall Proficiency55% (2025 NJSLA, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)36% (model expectation from 2025 NJSLA)
vs. Expected+18.7 pts
Adjusted Percentile73th
Resources & Environment3.3Needs Improvement20%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio11.7:1
Per-Pupil Spending$22,698
Chronic Absenteeism28.2%

John M. Bailey Community School — Students at John M. Bailey Community School score 55% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 36%).

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Equity & Diversity

Shown separately, not included in overall score

Free/Reduced Lunch

57.3%

Students qualifying for federal meal assistance

Test Scores NJ NJSLA (2024-25)

Math Proficiency 43.2% (multi-year average, 2009-2025)
School
State
39.0% (multi-year state average, 2024-2025)
ELA Proficiency 57.6% (multi-year average, 2009-2025)
School
State
52.6% (multi-year state average, 2024-2025)

Based on 53 test records from NJ state assessments. About our data

Proficiency Trend

→ Stable

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

2009
Math
70%
ELA
62%
2010
Math
77%
ELA
68%
2011
Math
74%
ELA
62%
2012
Math
71%
ELA
64%
2013
Math
71%
ELA
61%
2014
Math
38%
ELA
46%
2015
Math
39%
ELA
38%
2016
Math
41%
ELA
53%
2017
Math
39%
ELA
51%
2018
Math
37%
ELA
56%
2019
Math
37%
ELA
56%
2020*
Math
14%
ELA
39%
2021*
Math
14%
ELA
39%
2022
Math
28%
ELA
51%
2024
Math
37.8%
ELA
57.4%
2025
Math
41.1%
ELA
68%

* 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: 9.3/10.

How John M. Bailey Community School Compares

See how John M. Bailey Community School performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.

Overall Score
7.8/10
82th percentile in NJ
Academic
8.2/10
Excellent
Growth
9.3/10
Excellent
Environment
3.3/10
Needs Improvement
Gifted & Talented
Yes
Program available

Funding & Resources

Free/Reduced Lunch
Students eligible for subsidized meals
57%
Teaching Staff
12:1 student-teacher ratio
54 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
28.2%

Programs & Offerings

Gifted & Talented Program Available
This school offers a gifted and talented program for qualifying students. · CRDC 2021-22

Data as of 2021-22 · Source: CRDC via Urban Institute · Learn more

Location

75 WEST 10TH STREET, Bayonne, NJ 07002

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering John M. Bailey Community School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. NEW WORLD PREPARATORY CHARTER SCHOOL (rated 8.0/10, 2.1 miles away, in nearby Staten Island), with a very similar rating. Another option is Lincoln Community School #5 (rated 7.6/10, 1.2 miles away), with a very similar rating. Additionally, Philip G. Vroom Community School (rated 7.2/10, 0.9 miles away), with a comparable rating. For more schools in Bayonne, see our Bayonne schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 2.1 mi
School Distance Rating
Mary J Donohoe Community School Bayonne 0.4 mi 5.8
Henry E. Harris Community School Bayonne 0.5 mi 4.0
William Shemin Midtown Community School #8 Bayonne 0.7 mi 7.1
BEACON CHRISTIAN ACADEMY Bayonne 0.7 mi 7.4
Nicholas Oresko Community School Bayonne 0.9 mi 4.0
Philip G. Vroom Community School Bayonne 0.9 mi 7.2
Bayonne High School Bayonne 1.1 mi 5.2
Bayonne Alternative High School Bayonne 1.1 mi 5.1
Walter F. Robinson Community School Bayonne 1.2 mi 3.7
PS 20 PORT RICHMOND Staten Island 1.4 mi 2.6
Lincoln Community School #5 Bayonne 1.2 mi 7.6
YESHIVA GEDOLAH OF BAYONNE Bayonne 1.3 mi 6.4
PS 18 JOHN G WHITTIER Staten Island 1.6 mi 3.6
PORT RICHMOND HIGH SCHOOL Staten Island 1.7 mi 6.6
PS 19 CURTIS SCHOOL (THE) Staten Island 1.8 mi 3.6
Horace Mann Community School Bayonne 1.7 mi 5.2
CHILDRENS HARBOR MONTESSORI SCHOOL Staten Island 1.7 mi
PS 21 MARGARET EMERY-ELM PARK Staten Island 2.0 mi 6.6
IS 27 ANNING S PRALL Staten Island 2.1 mi 6.9
NEW WORLD PREPARATORY CHARTER SCHOOL Staten Island 2.1 mi 8.0

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 07002 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$81,285

Median Home Value

$446,100

Median Rent

$1,593/mo

Population

70,468

College Educated

39.7%

Homeownership

37.4%

Avg Commute

34.1 min

Poverty Rate

14.4%

Median Age

38.6

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Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about John M. Bailey Community School

What grades does John M. Bailey Community School serve?

John M. Bailey Community School serves students in grades Pre-K through 8th.

How many students attend John M. Bailey Community School?

John M. Bailey Community School has an enrollment of approximately 632 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at John M. Bailey Community School?

The student-teacher ratio at John M. Bailey Community School is 11.7:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does John M. Bailey Community School rank in NJ?

John M. Bailey Community School ranks #455 of 2,466 schools in NJ.

What is John M. Bailey Community School's MySchoolScout rating?

John M. Bailey Community School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.8 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 John M. Bailey Community School?

Based on loaded state assessment records, John M. Bailey Community School has 43% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 58% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).

Is John M. Bailey Community School a charter school?

No, John M. Bailey Community School is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.

Is John M. Bailey Community School a Title I school?

No, John M. Bailey Community School is not currently a Title I school.

What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for John M. Bailey Community School?

57.3% of students at John M. Bailey Community 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
86 Very Walkable
Transit Score
65 Good Transit
Bike Score
51 Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
Pre-K – 8th
Enrollment
632
Student-Teacher Ratio
11.7:1
Teachers (FTE)
54
Free/Reduced Lunch
57.3%
Type
regular
Setting
Large Suburb
County
Hudson County
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
28.2%

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