Serving 555 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%).
Minority enrollment is 82% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Asian), which is higher than the New Jersey state average of 62% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Quick Facts (2025-26)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 555 students
- Minority Enrollment: 82%
- 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
Student Attention
School Overview
Patricia M. Noonan School Ps #26's student population of 555 students has grown by 31% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
555 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers (22-23)
59 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 0.72, 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.
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
n/a
11:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
35%
10%
Hispanic
35%
34%
Black
9%
15%
White
18%
38%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
3%
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
43%
32%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
8%
6%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NJ Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
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, Jersey City Global Charter 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?
555 students attend Patricia M. Noonan School Ps #26.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
35% of Patricia M. Noonan School Ps #26 students are Asian, 35% of students are Hispanic, 18% of students are White, 9% of students are Black, and 3% of students are Two or more races.
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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