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#1612 of 2,466 schools in NJ
President Barack Obama Elementary School
Elementary School · Jersey City Public Schools
1830 KENNEDY BLVD, Jersey City, NJ 07305
Enrollment
397
Student-Teacher
12:1
Score
5.8
Grades
Pre-K – 8th
Enrollment
397
Student-Teacher
12:1
Score
5.8
Grades
Pre-K – 8th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
New Jersey schools
#1,612 of 2,466
In Jersey City
#33 of 52
public schools
In district
#25 of 39
Jersey City Public Schools
Academic growth
7.7 / 10
Very Good
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President Barack Obama Elementary School
Elementary School in Jersey City · grades Pre-K – 8th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.
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About President Barack Obama Elementary School
President Barack Obama Elementary School is a public elementary school in Jersey City, NJ, part of Jersey City Public Schools. President Barack Obama Elementary School serves approximately 397 students, and covers grades Pre-K-8th, and has a 12:1 student-teacher ratio. President Barack Obama Elementary School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.8 out of 10 and ranks #1,612 of 2,466 schools in NJ.
Structured state assessment records for President Barack Obama Elementary School show 15% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 26% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).
- This school 5.8 · Average
- District avg 6.4
- NJ avg 6.5
What Parents Should Know
Test scores at President Barack Obama Elementary School sit below average, but its growth scores are strong: students here make above-average progress year over year. The raw numbers haven't caught up, but a school that keeps moving kids forward is doing the harder, more important work.
Score Breakdown
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President Barack Obama Elementary School — Students at President Barack Obama Elementary School score 17% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 28%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
71.5%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Test Scores NJ NJSLA (2024-25)
Based on 53 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: 7.7/10.
How President Barack Obama Elementary School Compares
See how President Barack Obama Elementary School performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Location
1830 KENNEDY BLVD, Jersey City, NJ 07305
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering President Barack Obama Elementary School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Dr. Paul Rafalides School (rated 8.1/10, 1.2 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is Soaring Heights Charter School (rated 8.0/10, 0.6 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Dr. Maya Angelou Elementary School (rated 6.9/10, 0.4 miles away), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Jersey City, see our Jersey City schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 1.2 miNeighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 07305 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$77,126
Median Home Value
$418,200
Median Rent
$1,610/mo
Population
71,643
College Educated
34.6%
Homeownership
42.6%
Avg Commute
38.9 min
Poverty Rate
19.2%
Median Age
35.7
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Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about President Barack Obama Elementary School
What grades does President Barack Obama Elementary School serve?
President Barack Obama Elementary School serves students in grades Pre-K through 8th.
How many students attend President Barack Obama Elementary School?
President Barack Obama Elementary School has an enrollment of approximately 397 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at President Barack Obama Elementary School?
The student-teacher ratio at President Barack Obama Elementary School is 12:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does President Barack Obama Elementary School rank in NJ?
President Barack Obama Elementary School ranks #1,612 of 2,466 schools in NJ.
What is President Barack Obama Elementary School's MySchoolScout rating?
President Barack Obama Elementary School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.8 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 President Barack Obama Elementary School?
Based on loaded state assessment records, President Barack Obama Elementary School has 15% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 26% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).
Is President Barack Obama Elementary School a charter school?
No, President Barack Obama Elementary School is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is President Barack Obama Elementary School a Title I school?
No, President Barack Obama Elementary School is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for President Barack Obama Elementary School?
71.5% of students at President Barack Obama 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.
Neighborhood Context
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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)
- Grades
- Pre-K – 8th
- Enrollment
- 397
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 12:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 33
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 71.5%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large City
- County
- Hudson County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 28.7%
- Phone
- (201) 915-6550
Resources & Links
District
Jersey City Public Schools- District Enrollment
- 26,293
- Schools in District
- 39
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $28,525
- District Rank
- #25 of 39
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