Serving 539 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Patricia M. Noonan School Ps #26 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 30-34% (which is lower than the New Jersey state average of 38%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 50-54% (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 83% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Asian), which is higher than the New Jersey state average of 63% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 539 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 10:1
- Minority Enrollment: 83%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in NJ
- Math Proficiency: 30-34% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 50-54% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 20-29% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NJ Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Patricia M. Noonan School Ps #26 ranks among the top 20% of public schools in New Jersey for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
School Overview
Patricia M. Noonan School Ps #26's student population of 539 students has grown by 12% over five school years.
The teacher population of 55 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
539 students
Total Classroom Teachers
55 teachers
School Rankings
Patricia M. Noonan School Ps #26 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 Patricia M. Noonan School Ps #26 is 0.73, 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
#1146 out of 2184 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
30-34%
38%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
50-54%
49%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
20-29%
23%
Student-Teacher Ratio
10:1
11:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
33%
11%
Hispanic
36%
35%
Black
10%
14%
White
17%
37%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
4%
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
50%
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 Patricia M. Noonan School Ps #26's ranking?
Patricia M. Noonan School Ps #26 is ranked #1146 out of 2,184 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in New Jersey.
What schools are Patricia M. Noonan School Ps #26 often compared to?
Patricia M. Noonan School Ps #26is often viewed alongside schools like Jotham W. Wakeman School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
30-34% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 38% NJ state average), while 50-54% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 49% NJ state average).
How many students attend Patricia M. Noonan School Ps #26?
539 students attend Patricia M. Noonan School Ps #26.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
36% of Patricia M. Noonan School Ps #26 students are Hispanic, 33% of students are Asian, 17% of students are White, 10% of students are Black, and 4% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Patricia M. Noonan School Ps #26?
Patricia M. Noonan School Ps #26 has a student ration of 10:1, which is lower than the New Jersey state average of 11:1.
What grades does Patricia M. Noonan School Ps #26 offer ?
Patricia M. Noonan School Ps #26 offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Patricia M. Noonan School Ps #26 part of?
Patricia M. Noonan School Ps #26 is part of Jersey City School District.
In what neighborhood is Patricia M. Noonan School Ps #26 located?
Patricia M. Noonan School Ps #26 is located in the The Heights neighborhood of Jersey City, NJ. There are 7 other public schools located in The Heights.
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