Serving 450 students in grades 6-8, Academy I ranks in the top 5% of all schools in New Jersey for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 10%, and reading proficiency is top 10%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 72% (which is higher than the New Jersey state average of 36%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 83% (which is higher than the New Jersey state average of 49%).
The student:teacher ratio of 16:1 is higher than the New Jersey state level of 11:1.
Minority enrollment is 78% of the student body (majority Asian), which is higher than the New Jersey state average of 62% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 450 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 16:1
- Minority Enrollment: 78%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 5% in NJ
- Math Proficiency: 72% (Top 10%)
- Reading Proficiency: 83% (Top 5%)
- Science Proficiency: 30-34% (Top 30%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NJ Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Academy I ranks among the top 20% of public schools in New Jersey for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Diversity
School Overview
Academy I's student population of 450 students has declined by 8% over five school years.
The teacher population of 29 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
Total Students
450 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
29 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Academy I ranks within the top 5% of all 2,201 schools in New Jersey (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Academy I is 0.74, which is more 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
#103 out of 2201 schools
(Top 5%)
(Top 5%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
72%
36%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
83%
49%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
30-34%
23%
Student : Teacher Ratio
16:1
11:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
39%
10%
Hispanic
17%
34%
Black
20%
15%
White
22%
38%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
2%
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
44%
32%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
5%
6%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NJ Dept. of Education
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is Academy I's ranking?
Academy I is ranked #103 out of 2,201 schools, which ranks it among the top 5% of public schools in New Jersey.
What schools are Academy I often compared to?
Academy Iis often viewed alongside schools like Infinity Institute by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
72% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 36% NJ state average), while 83% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 49% NJ state average).
How many students attend Academy I?
450 students attend Academy I.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
39% of Academy I students are Asian, 22% of students are White, 20% of students are Black, 17% of students are Hispanic, and 2% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Academy I?
Academy I has a student ration of 16:1, which is higher than the New Jersey state average of 11:1.
What grades does Academy I offer ?
Academy I offers enrollment in grades 6-8
What school district is Academy I part of?
Academy I is part of Jersey City School District.
In what neighborhood is Academy I located?
Academy I is located in the Greenville neighborhood of Jersey City, NJ. There are 10 other public schools located in Greenville.
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