Serving 218 students in grades 6-8, Ezra L. Nolan 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 4% (which is lower than the New Jersey state average of 36%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 14% (which is lower than the New Jersey state average of 49%).
The student:teacher ratio of 9:1 is lower than the New Jersey state level of 11:1.
Minority enrollment is 97% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the New Jersey state average of 62% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 218 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 9:1
- Minority Enrollment: 97%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in NJ
- Math Proficiency: 4% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 14% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: ≤5% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NJ Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Ezra L. Nolan School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in New Jersey for:
Category
Attribute
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
Community Size
School Overview
Ezra L. Nolan School's student population of 218 students has declined by 28% over five school years.
The teacher population of 25 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
218 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
25 teachers
School Rankings
Ezra L. Nolan 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 Ezra L. Nolan 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
#2155 out of 2201 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
4%
36%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
14%
49%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
≤5%
23%
Student : Teacher Ratio
9:1
11:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
3%
10%
Hispanic
43%
34%
Black
49%
15%
White
3%
38%
Hawaiian
1%
n/a
Two or more races
1%
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
71%
32%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
2%
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 Ezra L. Nolan School's ranking?
Ezra L. Nolan School is ranked #2155 out of 2,201 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in New Jersey.
What schools are Ezra L. Nolan School often compared to?
Ezra L. Nolan Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Academy I, Franklin L. Williams School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
4% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 36% NJ state average), while 14% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 49% NJ state average).
How many students attend Ezra L. Nolan School?
218 students attend Ezra L. Nolan School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
49% of Ezra L. Nolan School students are Black, 43% of students are Hispanic, 3% of students are Asian, 3% of students are White, 1% of students are Hawaiian, and 1% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Ezra L. Nolan School?
Ezra L. Nolan School has a student ration of 9:1, which is lower than the New Jersey state average of 11:1.
What grades does Ezra L. Nolan School offer ?
Ezra L. Nolan School offers enrollment in grades 6-8 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Ezra L. Nolan School part of?
Ezra L. Nolan School is part of Jersey City School District.
In what neighborhood is Ezra L. Nolan School located?
Ezra L. Nolan School is located in the Greenville neighborhood of Jersey City, NJ. There are 10 other public schools located in Greenville.
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