Serving 307 students in grades Prekindergarten-8, Dr. Charles P. Defuccio 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 16% (which is lower than the New Jersey state average of 38%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 35% (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 86% of the student body (majority Black and Hispanic), which is higher than the New Jersey state average of 62% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Quick Facts (2025)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-8
- Enrollment: 307 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 9:1
- Minority Enrollment: 86%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in NJ
- Math Proficiency: 16% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 35% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: ≤5% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NJ Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Dr. Charles P. Defuccio School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in New Jersey for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
Student Attention
School Overview
Dr. Charles P. Defuccio School's student population of 307 students has declined by 20% over five school years.
The teacher population of 33 teachers has declined by 21% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-8
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
307 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
33 teachers
Year Founded
1905
School Calendar
First Day of School
Mon. Sep 1, 2025
Last Day of School
Sat. Jun 6, 2026
School Motto
Envision Equity and Excellence Everywhere
School Rankings
Dr. Charles P. Defuccio 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 Dr. Charles P. Defuccio School 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
#1756 out of 2184 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
16%
38%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
35%
49%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
≤5%
23%
Student-Teacher Ratio
9:1
11:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
13%
10%
Hispanic
35%
34%
Black
35%
15%
White
14%
38%
Hawaiian
2%
n/a
Two or more races
1%
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
63%
32%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
5%
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 Dr. Charles P. Defuccio School's ranking?
Dr. Charles P. Defuccio School is ranked #1756 out of 2,184 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in New Jersey.
What schools are Dr. Charles P. Defuccio School often compared to?
Dr. Charles P. Defuccio Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Julia A. Barnes School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
16% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 38% NJ state average), while 35% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 49% NJ state average).
How many students attend Dr. Charles P. Defuccio School?
307 students attend Dr. Charles P. Defuccio School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
35% of Dr. Charles P. Defuccio School students are Hispanic, 35% of students are Black, 14% of students are White, 13% of students are Asian, 2% of students are Hawaiian, and 1% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Dr. Charles P. Defuccio School?
Dr. Charles P. Defuccio School has a student ration of 9:1, which is lower than the New Jersey state average of 11:1.
What grades does Dr. Charles P. Defuccio School offer ?
Dr. Charles P. Defuccio School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-8 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Dr. Charles P. Defuccio School part of?
Dr. Charles P. Defuccio School is part of Jersey City School District.
In what neighborhood is Dr. Charles P. Defuccio School located?
Dr. Charles P. Defuccio School is located in the West Side neighborhood of Jersey City, NJ. There are 6 other public schools located in West Side.
School Reviews
1 6/16/2020
The school gets minimum funding and let's not forget the roaches, there are a few all star teachers but they need a new principal and half the staff are stuck in the 90s and the education shows. They give answers on tests and push kids through. The area is up and coming but ps 39 has NOT EVOLVED. It's a sad low income under-funded neighbor school with no future if Hudson county don't save it. These kids are failing on a grand level and Hudson county is pushing them under the rug!!! Its sad when u watch students leave for other schools in the area because this school right outside is so bad. Someone should do something or none of these kids will graduate here let alone college.
5 11/15/2012
yesss its an amazing school to go to an there are amazing teachers there that know how to do there job well love PS: 39
i''m a student there
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