Academy I

209 Bergen Avenue
Jersey City, NJ 07305
(School attendance zone shown in map)
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Top 10%
Serving 415 students in grades 6-8, Academy I ranks in the top 10% 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 69% (which is higher than the New Jersey state average of 38%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 83% (which is higher than the New Jersey state average of 49%).
The student-teacher ratio of 13:1 is higher than the New Jersey state level of 11:1.
Minority enrollment is 77% of the student body (majority Asian), which is higher than the New Jersey state average of 63% (majority Hispanic and Black).

Quick Facts (2026)

  • Grades: 6-8
  • Enrollment: 415 students
  • Student-Teacher Ratio: 13:1
  • Minority Enrollment: 77%
  • : Top 10% in NJ
  • : 69% (Top 20%)
  • : 83% (Top 5%)
  • : 30-34% (Top 30%)
  • Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NJ Dept. of Education

Top Rankings

Academy I ranks among the top 20% of public schools in New Jersey for:

Category
Attribute
Most improved public schools
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency

School Overview

Academy I's student population of 415 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 31 teachers has grown by 19% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
415 students
Total Classroom Teachers
31 teachers
Colors
Blue and Gold
School Calendar
Last Day of School
Sat. Jun 20, 2026
Campus Size
3 acres
School Motto
A tradition of excellence
Average Class Size
20 students

School Rankings

Academy I ranks within the top 10% of all 2,184 schools in New Jersey (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Academy I is 0.72, which is equal to the diversity score at state average of 0.72. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
This School
State Level (NJ)
#148 out of 2184 schools
(Top 10%)
69%
38%
83%
49%
30-34%
23%
Student-Teacher Ratio
13:1
11:1
Asian
43%
11%
Hispanic
17%
35%
Black
13%
14%
White
23%
37%
Hawaiian
1%
n/a
Two or more races
3%
3%
All Ethnic Groups
0.72
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
48%
38%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
5%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NJ Dept. of Education

Frequently Asked Questions

What is Academy I's ranking?
Academy I is ranked #148 out of 2,184 schools, which ranks it among the top 10% of public schools in New Jersey.
What schools are Academy I often compared to?
Academy Iis often viewed alongside schools like Infinity Institute by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
69% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 38% NJ state average), while 83% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 49% NJ state average).
How many students attend Academy I?
415 students attend Academy I.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
43% of Academy I students are Asian, 23% of students are White, 17% of students are Hispanic, 13% of students are Black, 3% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Hawaiian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Academy I?
Academy I has a student ration of 13:1, which is higher than the New Jersey state average of 11:1.
What grades does Academy I offer ?
Academy I offers enrollment in grades 6-8 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Academy I part of?
Academy I is part of Jersey City School District.
In what neighborhood is Academy I located?
Academy I is located in the Greenville neighborhood of Jersey City, NJ. There are 10 other public schools located in Greenville.

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Quick Facts (2026)

  • Grades: 6-8
  • Enrollment: 415 students
  • Student-Teacher Ratio: 13:1
  • Minority Enrollment: 77%
  • : Top 10%
  • : 69% (Top 20%)
  • : 83% (Top 5%)
  • : 30-34% (Top 30%)
  • Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NJ Dept. of Education

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