Very Good
#727 of 2,466 schools in NJ
Top 29% in state
Rev. Dr. Ercel F. Webb School
Elementary School · Jersey City Public Schools
264 VAN HORNE STREET, Jersey City, NJ 07304
Enrollment
629
Student-Teacher
8.6:1
Score
7.3
Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Enrollment
629
Student-Teacher
8.6:1
Score
7.3
Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
New Jersey schools
#727 of 2,466
In Jersey City
#17 of 52
public schools
In district
#13 of 39
Jersey City Public Schools
Academic growth
9.3 / 10
Excellent
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Rev. Dr. Ercel F. Webb School
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About Rev. Dr. Ercel F. Webb School
Rev. Dr. Ercel F.
Webb School is a public elementary school in Jersey City, NJ, part of Jersey City Public Schools. Rev. Dr.
Ercel F. Webb School serves approximately 629 students, and covers grades Pre-K-5th, and has a 8.6:1 student-teacher ratio. Rev.
Dr. Ercel F. Webb School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.3 out of 10 and ranks #727 of 2,466 schools in NJ.
Structured state assessment records for Rev. Dr. Ercel F.
Webb School show 31% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 34% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).
- This school 7.3 · Very Good
- District avg 6.4
- NJ avg 6.5
What Parents Should Know
At 8.6:1 students to teachers, Rev. Dr. Ercel F. Webb School sits well below the national average. Smaller classes like that usually mean more one-on-one time between students and teachers.
37% of students at Rev. Dr. Ercel F. Webb 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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Rev. Dr. Ercel F. Webb School — Students at Rev. Dr. Ercel F. Webb School score 38% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 30%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
68.5%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Test Scores NJ NJSLA (2024-25)
Based on 41 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: 9.3/10.
How Rev. Dr. Ercel F. Webb School Compares
See how Rev. Dr. Ercel F. Webb School performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Location
264 VAN HORNE STREET, Jersey City, NJ 07304
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Rev. Dr. Ercel F. Webb School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Dr. Michael Conti School (rated 8.7/10, 0.9 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is Frank R Conwell School (rated 8.6/10, 0.8 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Julia A. Barnes School (rated 8.5/10, 0.6 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
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Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Rev. Dr. Ercel F. Webb School
What grades does Rev. Dr. Ercel F. Webb School serve?
Rev. Dr. Ercel F. Webb School serves students in grades Pre-K through 5th.
How many students attend Rev. Dr. Ercel F. Webb School?
Rev. Dr. Ercel F. Webb School has an enrollment of approximately 629 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Rev. Dr. Ercel F. Webb School?
The student-teacher ratio at Rev. Dr. Ercel F. Webb School is 8.6:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Rev. Dr. Ercel F. Webb School rank in NJ?
Rev. Dr. Ercel F. Webb School ranks #727 of 2,466 schools in NJ.
What is Rev. Dr. Ercel F. Webb School's MySchoolScout rating?
Rev. Dr. Ercel F. Webb School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.3 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 Rev. Dr. Ercel F. Webb School?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Rev. Dr. Ercel F. Webb School has 31% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 34% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).
Is Rev. Dr. Ercel F. Webb School a charter school?
No, Rev. Dr. Ercel F. Webb School is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Rev. Dr. Ercel F. Webb School a Title I school?
No, Rev. Dr. Ercel F. Webb School is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Rev. Dr. Ercel F. Webb School?
68.5% of students at Rev. Dr. Ercel F. Webb 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 – 5th
- Enrollment
- 629
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 8.6:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 73
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 68.5%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large City
- County
- Hudson County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 36.9%
- Phone
- (201) 915-6480
Resources & Links
District
Jersey City Public Schools- District Enrollment
- 26,293
- Schools in District
- 39
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $28,525
- District Rank
- #13 of 39
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