Excellent
#176 of 2,466 schools in NJ
Top 7% in state
Julia A. Barnes School
Elementary School · Jersey City Public Schools
91 ASTOR PLACE, Jersey City, NJ 07304
Enrollment
309
Student-Teacher
9.4:1
Score
8.5
Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Enrollment
309
Student-Teacher
9.4:1
Score
8.5
Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
New Jersey schools
#176 of 2,466
In Jersey City
#7 of 52
public schools
In district
#5 of 39
Jersey City Public Schools
Academic growth
10.0 / 10
Excellent
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About Julia A. Barnes School
Julia A. Barnes School is a public elementary school in Jersey City, NJ, part of Jersey City Public Schools. Julia A.
Barnes School serves approximately 309 students, and covers grades Pre-K-5th, and has a 9.4:1 student-teacher ratio. Julia A. Barnes School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 8.5 out of 10 and ranks #176 of 2,466 schools in NJ.
Structured state assessment records for Julia A. Barnes School show 31% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 36% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).
- This school 8.5 · Excellent
- District avg 6.4
- NJ avg 6.5
What Parents Should Know
At 9.4:1 students to teachers, Julia A. Barnes School sits well below the national average. Smaller classes like that usually mean more one-on-one time between students and teachers.
Score Breakdown
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Julia A. Barnes School — Students at Julia A. Barnes School score 41% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 35%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
59.5%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Test Scores NJ NJSLA (2024-25)
Based on 32 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: 10.0/10.
How Julia A. Barnes School Compares
See how Julia A. Barnes School performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Location
91 ASTOR PLACE, Jersey City, NJ 07304
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Julia A. Barnes School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. ST ALOYSIUS ELEMENTARY ACADEMY (rated 7.4/10, 0.6 miles away), a more accessible option. Another option is Rev. Dr. Ercel F. Webb School (rated 7.3/10, 0.6 miles away), a more accessible option. Additionally, PRIMARY PREP ELEMENTARY SCHOOL (rated 7.2/10, 0.6 miles away), a more accessible option. For more schools in Jersey City, see our Jersey City schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 1.0 miNeighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 07304 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$68,432
Median Home Value
$489,400
Median Rent
$1,572/mo
Population
49,260
College Educated
39.7%
Homeownership
26%
Avg Commute
35.5 min
Poverty Rate
20%
Median Age
34.6
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| Arthur Stanlick Elementary School Wharton, NJ | 8.5 |
| Eugenio Maria de Hostos Center for Early Childhood Education Union City, NJ | 8.5 |
| J.V.B. Wicoff Elementary School Plainsboro, NJ | 8.5 |
| Kirby's Mill Elementary School Medford, NJ | 8.5 |
| Lincoln Elementary School Ridgefield Park, NJ | 8.5 |
| Millstone Township Elementary School Clarksburg, NJ | 8.5 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Julia A. Barnes School
What grades does Julia A. Barnes School serve?
Julia A. Barnes School serves students in grades Pre-K through 5th.
How many students attend Julia A. Barnes School?
Julia A. Barnes School has an enrollment of approximately 309 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Julia A. Barnes School?
The student-teacher ratio at Julia A. Barnes School is 9.4:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Julia A. Barnes School rank in NJ?
Julia A. Barnes School ranks #176 of 2,466 schools in NJ.
What is Julia A. Barnes School's MySchoolScout rating?
Julia A. Barnes School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 8.5 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 Julia A. Barnes School?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Julia A. Barnes School has 31% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 36% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).
Is Julia A. Barnes School a charter school?
No, Julia A. Barnes School is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Julia A. Barnes School a Title I school?
No, Julia A. Barnes School is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Julia A. Barnes School?
59.5% of students at Julia A. Barnes 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
- Pre-K – 5th
- Enrollment
- 309
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 9.4:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 33
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 59.5%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large City
- County
- Hudson County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 19.4%
- Phone
- (201) 915-6420
Resources & Links
District
Jersey City Public Schools- District Enrollment
- 26,293
- Schools in District
- 39
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $28,525
- District Rank
- #5 of 39
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