Serving 579 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Jotham W. Wakeman School ranks in the top 50% of all schools in New Jersey for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 30%, and reading proficiency is top 30%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 52% (which is higher than the New Jersey state average of 36%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 58% (which is higher than the New Jersey state average of 49%).
The student:teacher ratio of 10:1 is lower than the New Jersey state level of 11:1.
Minority enrollment is 91% of the student body (majority Asian and Hispanic), which is higher than the New Jersey state average of 62% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 579 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 10:1
- Minority Enrollment: 91%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in NJ
- Math Proficiency: 52% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 58% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 30-34% (Top 30%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NJ Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Jotham W. Wakeman School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in New Jersey for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
School Overview
Jotham W. Wakeman School's student population of 579 students has declined by 19% over five school years.
The teacher population of 57 teachers has declined by 6% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
579 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
57 teachers
School Rankings
Jotham W. Wakeman School ranks within the top 50% of all 2,201 schools in New Jersey (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Jotham W. Wakeman School is 0.69, 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
#678 out of 2201 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
52%
36%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
58%
49%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
30-34%
23%
Student : Teacher Ratio
10:1
11:1
American Indian
1%
n/a
Asian
44%
10%
Hispanic
33%
34%
Black
10%
15%
White
9%
38%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
3%
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
40%
32%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
4%
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 Jotham W. Wakeman School's ranking?
Jotham W. Wakeman School is ranked #678 out of 2,201 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in New Jersey.
What schools are Jotham W. Wakeman School often compared to?
Jotham W. Wakeman Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Patricia M. Noonan School Ps #26 by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
52% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 36% NJ state average), while 58% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 49% NJ state average).
How many students attend Jotham W. Wakeman School?
579 students attend Jotham W. Wakeman School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
44% of Jotham W. Wakeman School students are Asian, 33% of students are Hispanic, 10% of students are Black, 9% of students are White, 3% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are American Indian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Jotham W. Wakeman School?
Jotham W. Wakeman School has a student ration of 10:1, which is lower than the New Jersey state average of 11:1.
What grades does Jotham W. Wakeman School offer ?
Jotham W. Wakeman School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Jotham W. Wakeman School part of?
Jotham W. Wakeman School is part of Jersey City School District.
In what neighborhood is Jotham W. Wakeman School located?
Jotham W. Wakeman School is located in the The Heights neighborhood of Jersey City, NJ. There are 7 other public schools located in The Heights.
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