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James F. Murray School — School Calendar 2026-27
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JERSEY CITY, NJ 07305
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Upcoming Events
Nov
25
Wed
Half Day Session - 12:45 Dismissal - NO CASPERhalf_dayDistrict-wide
Nov
26
Thu
Thanksgiving Day - District ClosedHolidayDistrict-wide
Banks, government offices, and schools may be closed.
Nov
27
Fri
Thanksgiving Recess - District ClosedBreakDistrict-wide
Banks, government offices, and schools may be closed.
Dec
23
Wed
Half Day Session - 12:45 Dismissal - NO CASPERhalf_dayDistrict-wide
Dec
24
Thu
Winter Recess - District ClosedBreakDistrict-wide
Dec
28
Mon
Winter Recess - Schools Closed, Central Office OpenBreakDistrict-wide
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School Profile
Grades
PK–8
Enrollment
650
Student:Teacher
13:1
Locale
Urban
District
Jersey City Public SchoolsEcon. Disadvantaged
67.5%
Phone
(201)915-6620School Statistics
Academics (SY 2020-21)
ELA Proficiency
38%
30th percentile in NJ
Math Proficiency
10%
21th percentile in NJ
Chronic Absenteeism
4.4%
SY 2019-20
Technology & Internet Access (SY 2021-22)
Wi-Fi
Campus-wide wireless
Fiber Internet
High-speed connection
700
Connected devices
Staff & Support Services (SY 2021-22)
Teachers (FTE)
56
100% fully certified
Counselors
2
Psychologists
2
Social Workers
1
Nurses
1
Security Staff
3
Anti-Bullying Policy
District Finance (FY 2023)
Per-Pupil Spending
$28,525
Total current expenditure
Instruction Spending
$17,706
Per pupil, classroom only
Total Revenue/Pupil
$42,200
All funding sources
Funding Sources
Federal 7%State 45%Local 49%
District-level data from NCES F-33 Survey
Community Context
Median Home Value
$456,345
+4.2% 1yr+45.0% 5yr
Hudson, NY metro area
Community Need Level
Elevated
CDC/ATSDR Social Vulnerability Index 2022
Neighborhood Indicators (Census Tract)
22.4%
Below 150% poverty line
6.1%
Unemployment rate
11.6%
Uninsured residents
13.2%
No HS diploma (25+)
Special Education (IDEA)
District-level data from IDEA Part B · Students ages 3-21 served under IDEA
Total Students Served
3,804
Ages 3-21 under IDEA
School-Age (6-21)
3,506
Receiving special ed services
Est. % of Enrollment
100%
District rate, school may vary
Disability Categories (District)
Specific Learning Disability
1,326 (38%)
Autism
865 (25%)
Other Health Impairment
652 (19%)
Intellectual Disability
203 (6%)
Emotional Disturbance
133 (4%)
Speech/Language Impairment
124 (4%)
Source: U.S. Department of Education, IDEA Section 618 Data · District-level counts · Individual school figures may differ
Enrollment Trend (2014-2025)
642
Current enrollment
Declining(-19% 5yr)Coming Up
Wed, Nov 25, 2026
Half Day Session - 12:45 Dismissal - NO CASPER
half_dayThu, Nov 26, 2026
Thanksgiving Day - District Closed
Banks, government offices, and schools may be closed.
HolidayFri, Nov 27, 2026
Thanksgiving Recess - District Closed
Banks, government offices, and schools may be closed.
BreakFull School Calendar 2026-27
Events marked District-wide apply to all schools in Jersey City Public Schools. James F. Murray School follows the district calendar.
| Date | Event |
|---|---|
| Mon, Sep 7, 2026 | Labor Day - District ClosedDistrict-wide Banks, government offices, and schools may be closed. |
| Tue, Sep 8, 2026 | Teachers Report Collaborative Prof. Dev. (School Based)District-wide |
| Wed, Sep 9, 2026 | Teachers Report Collaborative - Prof. Dev.-(District Based)District-wide |
| Wed, Nov 25, 2026 | Half Day Session - 12:45 Dismissal - NO CASPERDistrict-wide |
| Thu, Nov 26, 2026 | Thanksgiving Day - District ClosedDistrict-wide Banks, government offices, and schools may be closed. |
| Fri, Nov 27, 2026 | Thanksgiving Recess - District ClosedDistrict-wide Banks, government offices, and schools may be closed. |
| Wed, Dec 23, 2026 | Half Day Session - 12:45 Dismissal - NO CASPERDistrict-wide |
| Thu, Dec 24, 2026 | Winter Recess - District ClosedDistrict-wide |
| Mon, Dec 28, 2026 | Winter Recess - Schools Closed, Central Office OpenDistrict-wide |
| Mon, Jan 25, 2027 | Elementary, Middle, and High School Midterm ExamsDistrict-wide |
| Mon, Feb 15, 2027 | Presidents' Day Observed - District ClosedDistrict-wide Banks, government offices, and schools may be closed. |
| Tue, Feb 16, 2027 | High Schools Open House: In-person-12:45 Dismissal High Schools ONLYDistrict-wide |
| Wed, Feb 17, 2027 | Elementary School Open House: In Person - 12:45 Dismissal - Elementary Schools ONLY - NO CASPERDistrict-wide |
| Thu, Feb 18, 2027 | Middle Schools Open House: In Person - 12:45 Dismissal - Middle Schools ONLYDistrict-wide |
| Thu, Mar 25, 2027 | 12:45 Dismissal - NO CASPERDistrict-wide |
| Mon, Mar 29, 2027 | Spring Break - Schools Closed, Central Office OpenDistrict-wide School closed for spring break. Check camp and childcare plans. |
| Fri, May 28, 2027 | Half Day Session - 12:45 Dismissal - NO CASPERDistrict-wide |
| Mon, May 31, 2027 | Memorial Day - District ClosedDistrict-wide Banks, government offices, and schools may be closed. |
Showing 18 events for the 2026-27 school year
Frequently Asked Questions about James F. Murray School
Enrollment at James F. Murray School stands at 650 students. The school is a Primary institution in the local district.
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