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#80 of 2,466 schools in NJ

Top 3% in state

Joseph F Brandt Elementary School

Elementary School · Hoboken Public School District

215 NINTH STREET, Hoboken, NJ 07030

Enrollment

611

Student-Teacher

11.8:1

Score

8.8

Grades

Kindergarten – 5th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

New Jersey schools

#80 of 2,466

In Hoboken

#1 of 8

public schools

In district

#1 of 5

Hoboken Public School District

Equity

9.8 / 10

Excellent

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Joseph F Brandt Elementary School

8.8/10

Elementary School in Hoboken · grades Kindergarten – 5th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.

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8.1/10

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About Joseph F Brandt Elementary School

Joseph F Brandt Elementary School is a public elementary school in Hoboken, NJ, part of Hoboken Public School District. Joseph F Brandt Elementary School serves approximately 611 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-5th, and has a 11.8:1 student-teacher ratio. Joseph F Brandt Elementary School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 8.8 out of 10 and ranks #80 of 2,466 schools in NJ.

Structured state assessment records for Joseph F Brandt Elementary School show 72% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2018-2025) and 76% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2018-2025).

How it compares0.7 pts above district
  • This school 8.8 · Excellent
  • District avg 8.1
  • NJ avg 6.5

Score Breakdown

Full Profile · 3/3 metrics
Student Progress8.0Excellent50%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data7
Annual Change+3.62 pts/yr
Data Period2018–2025
TrendImproving
Academics9.6Excellent30%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency74.3% (2025 NJSLA)
Reading/ELA Proficiency83.7% (2025 NJSLA)
Math vs. State Avg+26.4 pts
Reading vs. State Avg+39.8 pts
Overall Proficiency79% (2025 NJSLA, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)56% (model expectation from 2025 NJSLA)
vs. Expected+22.6 pts
Adjusted Percentile94th
Resources & Environment9.4Excellent20%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio11.8:1
Per-Pupil Spending$31,978
Chronic Absenteeism10.8%

Joseph F Brandt Elementary School — Students at Joseph F Brandt Elementary School score 79% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 56%).

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Equity & Diversity

Shown separately, not included in overall score

Free/Reduced Lunch

21.3%

Students qualifying for federal meal assistance

Test Scores NJ NJSLA (2024-25)

Math Proficiency 72.4% (multi-year average, 2018-2025)
School
State
45.8% (multi-year state average, 2024-2025)
ELA Proficiency 76.4% (multi-year average, 2018-2025)
School
State
49.9% (multi-year state average, 2024-2025)

Based on 23 test records from NJ state assessments. About our data

Proficiency Trend

→ Stable

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

2018
Math
84.5%
ELA
64.5%
2019
Math
84.5%
ELA
64.5%
2020*
Math
62%
ELA
67%
2021*
Math
62%
ELA
67%
2022
Math
71%
ELA
84%
2024
Math
69.8%
ELA
80.9%
2025
Math
74.3%
ELA
83.7%

* 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: 8.0/10.

How Joseph F Brandt Elementary School Compares

See how Joseph F Brandt Elementary School performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.

Overall Score
8.8/10
97th percentile in NJ
Academic
9.6/10
Excellent
Growth
8.0/10
Excellent
Environment
9.4/10
Excellent
Gifted & Talented
Yes
Program available

Funding & Resources

Free/Reduced Lunch
Students eligible for subsidized meals
21%
Teaching Staff
12:1 student-teacher ratio
52 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
10.8%

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

215 NINTH STREET, Hoboken, NJ 07030

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Joseph F Brandt Elementary School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. TESSA INTERNATIONAL SCHOOL (rated 9.0/10, 0.4 miles away), with a very similar rating. Another option is Thomas A Edison Elementary School (rated 8.5/10, 0.9 miles away, in nearby Union City), with a comparable rating. Additionally, Hudson Elementary School (rated 8.4/10, 1.0 miles away, in nearby Union City), with a comparable rating. For more schools in Hoboken, see our Hoboken schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 0.8 mi
School Distance Rating
Hoboken High School Hoboken 0.1 mi 7.7
Hoboken Charter School Hoboken 0.2 mi 8.5
ALL SAINTS EPISCOPAL DAY SCHOOL Hoboken 0.2 mi 7.6
THE HUDSON SCHOOL Hoboken 0.2 mi 9.0
Wallace Elementary School Hoboken 0.3 mi 8.1
Hoboken Middle School Hoboken 0.4 mi 8.7
MUSTARD SEED SCHOOL Hoboken 0.4 mi 7.9
APPLE MONTESSORI OF HOBOKEN Hoboken 0.3 mi
STEVENS COOPERATIVE SCHOOL Hoboken 0.5 mi 8.0
HOBOKEN CATHOLIC ACADEMY Hoboken 0.4 mi 6.7
Elysian Charter School of Hoboken Hoboken 0.5 mi 8.0
HOBOKEN MONTESSORI SCHOOL Hoboken 0.5 mi
TESSA INTERNATIONAL SCHOOL Hoboken 0.4 mi 9.0
Hoboken Dual Language Charter School Hoboken 0.7 mi 7.3
Thomas G. Connors Elementary School Hoboken 0.7 mi 7.5
Hudson Elementary School Union City 1.0 mi 8.4
Colin Powell Elementary School Union City 1.0 mi 7.7
Thomas A Edison Elementary School Union City 0.9 mi 8.5
MIFTAAHUL ULOOM ACADEMY Union City 1.0 mi 8.1
Christa McAuliffe School Jersey City 0.8 mi 7.8

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 07030 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$176,943

Median Home Value

$872,100

Median Rent

$2,819/mo

Population

58,340

College Educated

83.1%

Homeownership

34.1%

Avg Commute

37.3 min

Poverty Rate

7.1%

Median Age

31.9

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Collins Elementary School Livingston, NJ 8.9

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Joseph F Brandt Elementary School

What grades does Joseph F Brandt Elementary School serve?

Joseph F Brandt Elementary School serves students in grades Kindergarten through 5th.

How many students attend Joseph F Brandt Elementary School?

Joseph F Brandt Elementary School has an enrollment of approximately 611 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Joseph F Brandt Elementary School?

The student-teacher ratio at Joseph F Brandt Elementary School is 11.8:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does Joseph F Brandt Elementary School rank in NJ?

Joseph F Brandt Elementary School ranks #80 of 2,466 schools in NJ.

What is Joseph F Brandt Elementary School's MySchoolScout rating?

Joseph F Brandt Elementary 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 Joseph F Brandt Elementary School?

Based on loaded state assessment records, Joseph F Brandt Elementary School has 72% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2018-2025) and 76% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2018-2025).

Is Joseph F Brandt Elementary School a charter school?

No, Joseph F Brandt Elementary School is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.

Is Joseph F Brandt Elementary School a Title I school?

No, Joseph F Brandt Elementary School is not currently a Title I school.

What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Joseph F Brandt Elementary School?

21.3% of students at Joseph F Brandt Elementary 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
98 Walker's Paradise
Transit Score
69 Good Transit
Bike Score
84 Very Bikeable

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Compare This School

How does Joseph F Brandt Elementary School stack up?

Wallace Elementary School
8.1
Thomas G. Connors Elementary School
7.5
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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
Kindergarten – 5th
Enrollment
611
Student-Teacher Ratio
11.8:1
Teachers (FTE)
52
Free/Reduced Lunch
21.3%
Type
regular
Setting
Large Suburb
County
Hudson County
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
10.8%

District

Hoboken Public School District
District Enrollment
3,531
Schools in District
5
Per-Pupil Spending
$31,978
District Rank
#1 of 5

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