Serving 659 students in grades Prekindergarten-8, Alfred Zampella School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in New Jersey for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 31% (which is lower than the New Jersey state average of 36%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 50% (which is higher than the New Jersey state average of 49%).
The student:teacher ratio of 11:1 is equal to the New Jersey state level of 11:1.
Minority enrollment is 91% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the New Jersey state average of 62% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-8
- Enrollment: 659 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 11:1
- Minority Enrollment: 91%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in NJ
- Math Proficiency: 31% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 50% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 15-19% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NJ Dept. of Education
School Overview
Alfred Zampella School's student population of 659 students has declined by 29% over five school years.
The teacher population of 61 teachers has declined by 15% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-8
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
659 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
61 teachers
School Rankings
Alfred Zampella School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 2,201 schools in New Jersey (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Alfred Zampella School is 0.58, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.72. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#1217 out of 2201 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
31%
36%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
50%
49%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
15-19%
23%
Student : Teacher Ratio
11:1
11:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
23%
10%
Hispanic
60%
34%
Black
7%
15%
White
9%
38%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
1%
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
50%
32%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
7%
6%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NJ Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Alfred Zampella School's ranking?
Alfred Zampella School is ranked #1217 out of 2,201 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in New Jersey.
What schools are Alfred Zampella School often compared to?
Alfred Zampella Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Nicolaus Copernicus School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
31% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 36% NJ state average), while 50% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 49% NJ state average).
How many students attend Alfred Zampella School?
659 students attend Alfred Zampella School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
60% of Alfred Zampella School students are Hispanic, 23% of students are Asian, 9% of students are White, 7% of students are Black, and 1% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Alfred Zampella School?
Alfred Zampella School has a student ration of 11:1, which is equal to the New Jersey state average of 11:1.
What grades does Alfred Zampella School offer ?
Alfred Zampella School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-8 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Alfred Zampella School part of?
Alfred Zampella School is part of Jersey City School District.
In what neighborhood is Alfred Zampella School located?
Alfred Zampella School is located in the The Heights neighborhood of Jersey City, NJ. There are 7 other public schools located in The Heights.
School Reviews
5 3/14/2023
! I love this school so much, my teachers teach me very good skills and I get amazing marks on my tests.
5 2/21/2019
Excellent school and excellent teachers.
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