Serving 856 students in grades Kindergarten-8, Jerome Dunn Academy No 9 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 16% (which is lower than the New Jersey state average of 38%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 26% (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 98% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the New Jersey state average of 63% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: Kindergarten-8
- Enrollment: 856 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 98%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in NJ
- Math Proficiency: 16% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 26% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: ≤5% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NJ Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Jerome Dunn Academy No 9 ranks among the top 20% of public schools in New Jersey for:
Category
Attribute
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
School Overview
Jerome Dunn Academy No 9's student population of 856 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 60 teachers has grown by 5% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-8
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
856 students
Total Classroom Teachers
60 teachers
School Rankings
Jerome Dunn Academy No 9 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 Jerome Dunn Academy No 9 is 0.25, 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
#1888 out of 2184 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
16%
38%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
26%
49%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
≤5%
23%
Student-Teacher Ratio
14:1
11:1
Hispanic
86%
35%
Black
12%
14%
White
2%
37%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)21.4%
16.7%
Eligible for Free Lunch
84%
38%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
8%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NJ Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Jerome Dunn Academy No 9's ranking?
Jerome Dunn Academy No 9 is ranked #1888 out of 2,184 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in New Jersey.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
16% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 38% NJ state average), while 26% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 49% NJ state average).
How many students attend Jerome Dunn Academy No 9?
856 students attend Jerome Dunn Academy No 9.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
86% of Jerome Dunn Academy No 9 students are Hispanic, 12% of students are Black, and 2% of students are White.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Jerome Dunn Academy No 9?
Jerome Dunn Academy No 9 has a student ration of 14:1, which is higher than the New Jersey state average of 11:1.
What grades does Jerome Dunn Academy No 9 offer ?
Jerome Dunn Academy No 9 offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-8 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Jerome Dunn Academy No 9 part of?
Jerome Dunn Academy No 9 is part of Elizabeth School District.
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