publicmiddlePK-8

Mahatma K. Gandhi School

143 Romaine Ave, Jersey City, NJ 07306, United States

+1 (201) 915-6490

http://ps23.jcboe.org

2.6

Overall Rating

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Mahatma K. Gandhi School Overview

About This School

Mahatma K. Gandhi School is a public middle in Jersey City, New Jersey, serving 821 students in grades PK-8. Academic results show that students demonstrate 31% proficiency in ELA and 20% proficiency in math. The school maintains a 10:1 student-teacher ratio with 81 teachers earning an average salary of $93,755. Support services include one counselor for every 410 students. The student body is composed of 52% male and 48% female students. Regarding ethnicity, the population includes 30% White, 30% Asian, 19% Hispanic, 18% Black, and 2% students of two or more races.

821

Total Students

PK-8

10:1

Student-Teacher Ratio

81 full-time teachers

Academic Performance

Percentage of students who met or exceeded state standards

English Language Arts31%

Mathematics20%

Science0%

School Information

School Type

public

Grade Levels

PK-8

County

Hudson County

Students per Counselor

410:1

Mahatma K. Gandhi School Academics & Test Scores

Test Scores

State assessment results showing percentage of students proficient or above

31%

English Language Arts

City Avg: 46%State Avg: 50%

20%

Mathematics

City Avg: 28%State Avg: 38%

N/A

Science

Class Information

10:1

Student-Teacher Ratio

City Avg: 12.9:1

State Avg: 11.2:1

410

Students per Counselor

Mahatma K. Gandhi School Teachers & Staff

Teaching Staff

Total Full-Time Teachers

Average Teacher Salary

$93,755

City Avg: $87,835

State Avg: $83,715

Based on state average salaries for full-time teachers

Support Staff

Student-Teacher Ratio10:1

Students per Counselor410:1

Mahatma K. Gandhi School Student Demographics

Student Body

51.64%

Male

48.36%

Female

Total Enrollment: 821 students

Racial & Ethnic Diversity

White30.09%

Hispanic19.12%

Asian30.45%

Black18.27%

Two or More Races1.58%

Native American0.12%

Mahatma K. Gandhi School Reviews

Frequently Asked Questions About Mahatma K. Gandhi School

Q: What is Mahatma K. Gandhi School?

A: Mahatma K. Gandhi School is a middle public located in Jersey City.

Q: How many students attend Mahatma K. Gandhi School?

A: Mahatma K. Gandhi School has approximately 821 students enrolled.

Q: What is the student-teacher ratio at Mahatma K. Gandhi School?

A: The student-teacher ratio at Mahatma K. Gandhi School is 10:1.

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Detailed Information about Mahatma K. Gandhi School

Data sourced from NCES, CCD, and state education agencies. Last verified: May 2026. See methodology →

Schoolary Research Team

Verified with NCES & state education agency data

About Mahatma K. Gandhi School - Jersey City, NJ

Quick Facts about Mahatma K. Gandhi School
School Name	Mahatma K. Gandhi School
School Type	public
Grade Levels	PK-8
Location	143 Romaine Ave, Jersey City, NJ 07306, Jersey City, NJ
County	Hudson County
Phone	+1 (201) 915-6490
Total Students	821
Student-Teacher Ratio	10:1
Full-Time Teachers	81
Rating	2.6/10
ELA Proficiency	31%
Math Proficiency	20%
Science Proficiency	%

Frequently Asked Questions about Mahatma K. Gandhi School

What is Mahatma K. Gandhi School?

Mahatma K. Gandhi School is a middle public located in Jersey City.

How many students attend Mahatma K. Gandhi School?

Mahatma K. Gandhi School has approximately 821 students enrolled.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Mahatma K. Gandhi School?

The student-teacher ratio at Mahatma K. Gandhi School is 10:1.

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