Needs Improvement
#2419 of 2,466 schools in NJ
Whitney M. Young Jr. School
Elementary School · Jersey City Public Schools
135 STEGMAN ST, Jersey City, NJ 07305
Enrollment
603
Student-Teacher
9.6:1
Score
3.3
Grades
Pre-K – 8th
Enrollment
603
Student-Teacher
9.6:1
Score
3.3
Grades
Pre-K – 8th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
New Jersey schools
#2,419 of 2,466
In Jersey City
#52 of 52
public schools
In district
#39 of 39
Jersey City Public Schools
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About Whitney M. Young Jr. School
Whitney M. Young Jr. School is a public elementary school in Jersey City, NJ, part of Jersey City Public Schools.
Whitney M. Young Jr. School serves approximately 603 students, and covers grades Pre-K-8th, and has a 9.6:1 student-teacher ratio.
Whitney M. Young Jr. School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 3.3 out of 10 and ranks #2,419 of 2,466 schools in NJ.
Structured state assessment records for Whitney M. Young Jr. School show 15% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 17% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).
- This school 3.3 · Needs Improvement
- District avg 6.4
- NJ avg 6.5
What Parents Should Know
At 9.6:1 students to teachers, Whitney M. Young Jr. School sits well below the national average. Smaller classes like that usually mean more one-on-one time between students and teachers.
55% of students at Whitney M. Young 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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Whitney M. Young Jr. School — Students at Whitney M. Young Jr. School score 8% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 24%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
77.4%
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: 4.4/10.
How Whitney M. Young Jr. School Compares
See how Whitney M. Young Jr. School performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Location
135 STEGMAN ST, Jersey City, NJ 07305
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Whitney M. Young Jr. School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Dr. Paul Rafalides School (rated 8.1/10, 1.1 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is Dr. Maya Angelou Elementary School (rated 6.9/10, 0.6 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Jersey City Community Charter School (rated 6.8/10, 0.6 miles away), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Jersey City, see our Jersey City schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 1.1 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
Similar Schools
Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| Kuser Elementary School Hamilton, NJ | 3.3 |
| Mill Pond Elementary School Lanoka Harbor, NJ | 3.3 |
| Rev. Dr. Frank Napier Jr. School Paterson, NJ | 3.3 |
| SHIRAS CHAIM Lakewood, NJ | 3.3 |
| Dr. William Mennies Elementary School Vineland, NJ | 3.2 |
| Edward T. Bowser Sr. School of Excellence East Orange, NJ | 3.4 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Whitney M. Young Jr. School
What grades does Whitney M. Young Jr. School serve?
Whitney M. Young Jr. School serves students in grades Pre-K through 8th.
How many students attend Whitney M. Young Jr. School?
Whitney M. Young Jr. School has an enrollment of approximately 603 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Whitney M. Young Jr. School?
The student-teacher ratio at Whitney M. Young Jr. School is 9.6:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Whitney M. Young Jr. School rank in NJ?
Whitney M. Young Jr. School ranks #2,419 of 2,466 schools in NJ.
What is Whitney M. Young Jr. School's MySchoolScout rating?
Whitney M. Young Jr. School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 3.3 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 Whitney M. Young Jr. School?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Whitney M. Young Jr. School has 15% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 17% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).
Is Whitney M. Young Jr. School a charter school?
No, Whitney M. Young Jr. School is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Whitney M. Young Jr. School a Title I school?
No, Whitney M. Young Jr. School is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Whitney M. Young Jr. School?
77.4% of students at Whitney M. Young 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.
Neighborhood Context
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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)
- Grades
- Pre-K – 8th
- Enrollment
- 603
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 9.6:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 63
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 77.4%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large City
- County
- Hudson County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 54.7%
- Phone
- (201) 915-6440
Resources & Links
District
Jersey City Public Schools- District Enrollment
- 26,293
- Schools in District
- 39
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $28,525
- District Rank
- #39 of 39
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