Needs Improvement
#2388 of 2,466 schools in NJ
Ollie Culbreth Jr. School
Elementary School · Jersey City Public Schools
153 UNION ST, Jersey City, NJ 07304
Enrollment
364
Student-Teacher
7.9:1
Score
3.5
Grades
Pre-K – 8th
Enrollment
364
Student-Teacher
7.9:1
Score
3.5
Grades
Pre-K – 8th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
New Jersey schools
#2,388 of 2,466
In Jersey City
#50 of 52
public schools
In district
#37 of 39
Jersey City Public Schools
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Ollie Culbreth Jr. School
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About Ollie Culbreth Jr. School
Ollie Culbreth Jr. School is a public elementary school in Jersey City, NJ, part of Jersey City Public Schools. Ollie Culbreth Jr.
School serves approximately 364 students, and covers grades Pre-K-8th, and has a 7.9:1 student-teacher ratio. Ollie Culbreth Jr. School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 3.5 out of 10 and ranks #2,388 of 2,466 schools in NJ.
Structured state assessment records for Ollie Culbreth Jr. School show 17% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 19% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).
- This school 3.5 · Needs Improvement
- District avg 6.4
- NJ avg 6.5
What Parents Should Know
At 7.9:1 students to teachers, Ollie Culbreth Jr. School sits well below the national average. Smaller classes like that usually mean more one-on-one time between students and teachers.
54% of students at Ollie Culbreth Jr. School were chronically absent in the 2022-23 school year, above the national average. Chronic absenteeism means missing 15 or more school days, and at high rates it drags on classroom pacing for everyone. Ask what the school does to help families get kids to class consistently.
Score Breakdown
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Ollie Culbreth Jr. School — Students at Ollie Culbreth Jr. School score 11% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 26%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
74.7%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Test Scores NJ NJSLA (2024-25)
Based on 40 test records from NJ state assessments. About our data
Proficiency Trend
↓ DecliningAverage 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: 4.5/10.
How Ollie Culbreth Jr. School Compares
See how Ollie Culbreth Jr. School performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Location
153 UNION ST, Jersey City, NJ 07304
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Ollie Culbreth Jr. School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Julia A. Barnes School (rated 8.5/10, 0.5 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is Dr. Paul Rafalides School (rated 8.1/10, 0.5 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, ST ALOYSIUS ELEMENTARY ACADEMY (rated 7.4/10, 0.7 miles away), which scores notably higher. 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
Similar Schools
Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| Darlene C. McKnight Elementary Trenton, NJ | 3.5 |
| Indiana Avenue Elementary School Iselin, NJ | 3.5 |
| John F Kennedy Elementary School West Berlin, NJ | 3.5 |
| Memorial School Maywood, NJ | 3.5 |
| Uptown School Complex Atlantic City, NJ | 3.5 |
| Vineland Public Charter School Millville, NJ | 3.5 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Ollie Culbreth Jr. School
What grades does Ollie Culbreth Jr. School serve?
Ollie Culbreth Jr. School serves students in grades Pre-K through 8th.
How many students attend Ollie Culbreth Jr. School?
Ollie Culbreth Jr. School has an enrollment of approximately 364 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Ollie Culbreth Jr. School?
The student-teacher ratio at Ollie Culbreth Jr. School is 7.9:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Ollie Culbreth Jr. School rank in NJ?
Ollie Culbreth Jr. School ranks #2,388 of 2,466 schools in NJ.
What is Ollie Culbreth Jr. School's MySchoolScout rating?
Ollie Culbreth Jr. School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 3.5 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 Ollie Culbreth Jr. School?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Ollie Culbreth Jr. School has 17% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 19% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).
Is Ollie Culbreth Jr. School a charter school?
No, Ollie Culbreth Jr. School is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Ollie Culbreth Jr. School a Title I school?
No, Ollie Culbreth Jr. School is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Ollie Culbreth Jr. School?
74.7% of students at Ollie Culbreth Jr. 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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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)
- Grades
- Pre-K – 8th
- Enrollment
- 364
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 7.9:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 46
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 74.7%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large City
- County
- Hudson County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 53.6%
- Phone
- (201) 915-6430
Resources & Links
District
Jersey City Public Schools- District Enrollment
- 26,293
- Schools in District
- 39
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $28,525
- District Rank
- #37 of 39
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