Serving 607 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Dr. Maya Angelou Elementary 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 22% (which is lower than the New Jersey state average of 38%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 32% (which is lower than the New Jersey state average of 49%).
The student-teacher ratio of 14:1 is higher than the New Jersey state level of 11:1.
Minority enrollment is 94% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the New Jersey state average of 63% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 607 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 94%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in NJ
- Math Proficiency: 22% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 32% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 6-9% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NJ Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Dr. Maya Angelou Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in New Jersey for:
Category
Attribute
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
School Overview
Dr. Maya Angelou Elementary School's student population of 607 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 44 teachers has grown by 7% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
607 students
Total Classroom Teachers
44 teachers
School Motto
Be safe, Live responsibly, Understand, respect and, Encourage each other
School Rankings
Dr. Maya Angelou Elementary School 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 Dr. Maya Angelou Elementary School is 0.64, 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
#1708 out of 2184 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
22%
38%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
32%
49%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
6-9%
23%
Student-Teacher Ratio
14:1
11:1
American Indian
2%
n/a
Asian
6%
11%
Hispanic
37%
35%
Black
47%
14%
White
6%
37%
Hawaiian
1%
n/a
Two or more races
1%
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)40.7%
16.7%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
73%
38%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
4%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NJ Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Dr. Maya Angelou Elementary School's ranking?
Dr. Maya Angelou Elementary School is ranked #1708 out of 2,184 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in New Jersey.
What schools are Dr. Maya Angelou Elementary School often compared to?
Dr. Maya Angelou Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like President Barack Obama Elementary School, Alexander D. Sullivan School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
22% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 38% NJ state average), while 32% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 49% NJ state average).
How many students attend Dr. Maya Angelou Elementary School?
607 students attend Dr. Maya Angelou Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
47% of Dr. Maya Angelou Elementary School students are Black, 37% of students are Hispanic, 6% of students are Asian, 6% of students are White, 2% of students are American Indian, 1% of students are Hawaiian, and 1% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Dr. Maya Angelou Elementary School?
Dr. Maya Angelou Elementary School has a student ration of 14:1, which is higher than the New Jersey state average of 11:1.
What grades does Dr. Maya Angelou Elementary School offer ?
Dr. Maya Angelou Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Dr. Maya Angelou Elementary School part of?
Dr. Maya Angelou Elementary School is part of Jersey City School District.
In what neighborhood is Dr. Maya Angelou Elementary School located?
Dr. Maya Angelou Elementary School is located in the Greenville neighborhood of Jersey City, NJ. There are 10 other public schools located in Greenville.
School Reviews
5 10/10/2025
Love it!!! The principle is awsome. I just graduated from there I had a good time for kindergarten through 5th grade. The teachers care about the students. There are no bullys too. When you are in the 5th grade you get lots of trips and fun activities and you celebrate by going to a fancy restaurant. I highly recommend this school.
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