Serving 129 students in grades Kindergarten-5, Johnnie L. Cochran Jr. Academy ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in New Jersey for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 35-39% (which is approximately equal to the New Jersey state average of 38%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 45-49% (which is approximately equal to 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 99% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the New Jersey state average of 62% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Quick Facts (2025)
- Grades: Kindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 129 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 11:1
- Minority Enrollment: 99%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in NJ
- Math Proficiency: 35-39% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 45-49% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 11-19% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NJ Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Johnnie L. Cochran Jr. Academy ranks among the top 20% of public schools in New Jersey for:
Category
Attribute
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
Community Size
Student Attention
School Overview
Johnnie L. Cochran Jr. Academy's student population of 129 students has declined by 33% over five school years.
The teacher population of 12 teachers has declined by 25% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
129 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
12 teachers
School Rankings
Johnnie L. Cochran Jr. Academy ranks within the bottom 50% of all 2,184 schools in New Jersey (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Johnnie L. Cochran Jr. Academy is 0.31, 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
#1155 out of 2184 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
35-39%
38%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
45-49%
49%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
11-19%
23%
Student-Teacher Ratio
11:1
11:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
1%
10%
Hispanic
14%
34%
Black
82%
15%
White
1%
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
50%
32%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
1%
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 Johnnie L. Cochran Jr. Academy's ranking?
Johnnie L. Cochran Jr. Academy is ranked #1155 out of 2,184 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in New Jersey.
What schools are Johnnie L. Cochran Jr. Academy often compared to?
Johnnie L. Cochran Jr. Academyis often viewed alongside schools like Somerdale Park School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
35-39% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 38% NJ state average), while 45-49% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 49% NJ state average).
How many students attend Johnnie L. Cochran Jr. Academy?
129 students attend Johnnie L. Cochran Jr. Academy.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
82% of Johnnie L. Cochran Jr. Academy students are Black, 14% of students are Hispanic, 1% of students are Asian, 1% 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 Johnnie L. Cochran Jr. Academy?
Johnnie L. Cochran Jr. Academy has a student ration of 11:1, which is equal to the New Jersey state average of 11:1.
What grades does Johnnie L. Cochran Jr. Academy offer ?
Johnnie L. Cochran Jr. Academy offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Johnnie L. Cochran Jr. Academy part of?
Johnnie L. Cochran Jr. Academy is part of East Orange School District.
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