Serving 613 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Rev. Dr. Ercel F. Webb 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 28% (which is lower than the New Jersey state average of 38%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 31% (which is lower than the New Jersey state average of 49%).
The student-teacher ratio of 9:1 is lower than the New Jersey state level of 11:1.
Minority enrollment is 88% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the New Jersey state average of 63% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 613 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 9:1
- Minority Enrollment: 88%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in NJ
- Math Proficiency: 28% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 31% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 6-9% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NJ Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Rev. Dr. Ercel F. Webb School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in New Jersey for:
Category
Attribute
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
Student Attention
School Overview
Rev. Dr. Ercel F. Webb School's student population of 613 students has declined by 6% over five school years.
The teacher population of 69 teachers has grown by 16% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
613 students
Total Classroom Teachers
69 teachers
Last Day of School
Tue. Jun 30, 2026
School Motto
S.O.A.R (Self-Control, Ownership, Acceptance, Respect)
School Rankings
Rev. Dr. Ercel F. Webb 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 Rev. Dr. Ercel F. Webb School is 0.63, 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
#1631 out of 2184 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
28%
38%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
31%
49%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
6-9%
23%
Student-Teacher Ratio
9:1
11:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
2%
11%
Hispanic
47%
35%
Black
37%
14%
White
12%
37%
Hawaiian
1%
n/a
Two or more races
1%
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
75%
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 Rev. Dr. Ercel F. Webb School's ranking?
Rev. Dr. Ercel F. Webb School is ranked #1631 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?
28% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 38% NJ state average), while 31% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 49% NJ state average).
How many students attend Rev. Dr. Ercel F. Webb School?
613 students attend Rev. Dr. Ercel F. Webb School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
47% of Rev. Dr. Ercel F. Webb School students are Hispanic, 37% of students are Black, 12% of students are White, 2% of students are Asian, 1% of students are Hawaiian, and 1% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Rev. Dr. Ercel F. Webb School?
Rev. Dr. Ercel F. Webb School has a student ration of 9:1, which is lower than the New Jersey state average of 11:1.
What grades does Rev. Dr. Ercel F. Webb School offer ?
Rev. Dr. Ercel F. Webb School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Rev. Dr. Ercel F. Webb School part of?
Rev. Dr. Ercel F. Webb School is part of Jersey City School District.
In what neighborhood is Rev. Dr. Ercel F. Webb School located?
Rev. Dr. Ercel F. Webb School is located in the Bergen Lafayette neighborhood of Jersey City, NJ. There are 6 other public schools located in Bergen Lafayette.
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