Serving 586 students in grades Prekindergarten-8, Chaplain Charles Watters 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 5% (which is lower than the New Jersey state average of 38%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 17% (which is lower than the New Jersey state average of 49%).
The student-teacher ratio of 11:1 is equal to the New Jersey state level of 11:1.
Minority enrollment is 85% 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-8
- Enrollment: 586 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 11:1
- Minority Enrollment: 85%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in NJ
- Math Proficiency: 5% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 17% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 5% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NJ Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Chaplain Charles Watters School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in New Jersey for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
School Overview
Chaplain Charles Watters School's student population of 586 students has declined by 13% over five school years.
The teacher population of 52 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-8
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
586 students
Total Classroom Teachers
52 teachers
School Calendar
School Rankings
Chaplain Charles Watters 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 Chaplain Charles Watters 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
#2105 out of 2184 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
5%
38%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
17%
49%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
5%
23%
Student-Teacher Ratio
11:1
11:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
8%
11%
Hispanic
31%
35%
Black
42%
14%
White
15%
37%
Hawaiian
1%
n/a
Two or more races
3%
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
82%
38%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
2%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NJ Dept. of Education
School Notes
- School Mascot: Peacock
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Chaplain Charles Watters School's ranking?
Chaplain Charles Watters School is ranked #2105 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?
5% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 38% NJ state average), while 17% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 49% NJ state average).
How many students attend Chaplain Charles Watters School?
586 students attend Chaplain Charles Watters School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
42% of Chaplain Charles Watters School students are Black, 31% of students are Hispanic, 15% of students are White, 8% of students are Asian, 3% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Hawaiian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Chaplain Charles Watters School?
Chaplain Charles Watters School has a student ration of 11:1, which is equal to the New Jersey state average of 11:1.
What grades does Chaplain Charles Watters School offer ?
Chaplain Charles Watters School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-8 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Chaplain Charles Watters School part of?
Chaplain Charles Watters School is part of Jersey City School District.
In what neighborhood is Chaplain Charles Watters School located?
Chaplain Charles Watters School is located in the West Side neighborhood of Jersey City, NJ. There are 6 other public schools located in West Side.
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