Serving 353 students in grades Kindergarten-5, Thomas G. Connors Elementary School ranks in the top 30% of all schools in New Jersey for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 20%, and reading proficiency is top 20%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 60-64% (which is higher than the New Jersey state average of 38%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 55-59% (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 52% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Asian), which is lower than the New Jersey state average of 63% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: Kindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 353 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 10:1
- Minority Enrollment: 52%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30% in NJ
- Math Proficiency: 60-64% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 55-59% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: ≤20% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NJ Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Thomas G. Connors Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in New Jersey for:
Category
Attribute
Most improved public schools
Math Proficiency
Diversity
School Overview
Thomas G. Connors Elementary School's student population of 353 students has grown by 20% over five school years.
The teacher population of 34 teachers has grown by 9% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
353 students
Total Classroom Teachers
34 teachers
Year Founded
1905
Colors
Red and White
School Calendar
School Rankings
Thomas G. Connors Elementary School ranks within the top 30% of all 2,184 schools in New Jersey (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Thomas G. Connors Elementary School is 0.70, 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
#585 out of 2184 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
60-64%
38%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
55-59%
49%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
≤20%
23%
Student-Teacher Ratio
10:1
11:1
American Indian
1%
n/a
Asian
13%
11%
Hispanic
22%
35%
Black
10%
14%
White
48%
37%
Two or more races
6%
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
32%
38%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
2%
6%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NJ Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Thomas G. Connors Elementary School's ranking?
Thomas G. Connors Elementary School is ranked #585 out of 2,184 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in New Jersey.
What schools are Thomas G. Connors Elementary School often compared to?
Thomas G. Connors Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Wallace Elementary School, Joseph F Brandt Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
60-64% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 38% NJ state average), while 55-59% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 49% NJ state average).
How many students attend Thomas G. Connors Elementary School?
353 students attend Thomas G. Connors Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
48% of Thomas G. Connors Elementary School students are White, 22% of students are Hispanic, 13% of students are Asian, 10% of students are Black, 6% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are American Indian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Thomas G. Connors Elementary School?
Thomas G. Connors Elementary School has a student ration of 10:1, which is lower than the New Jersey state average of 11:1.
What grades does Thomas G. Connors Elementary School offer ?
Thomas G. Connors Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Thomas G. Connors Elementary School part of?
Thomas G. Connors Elementary School is part of Hoboken Public School District.
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