Overview

Joseph H. Brensinger No. 17 Elementary School is a public school in Jersey City, NJ, offering a Gifted & Talented program. It is one of 40 schools in Jersey City Public School District.

School Rating

Joseph H. Brensinger No. 17 Elementary School is performing average compared to public and charter schools in New Jersey with the same grade levels.
5/10
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ACADEMICS

Advanced Courses

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About the School

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3.0
7 Reviews
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Neighborhood

600 Bergen Avenue
Jersey City, NJ 07304
School leader: Mr Robert Brower
(201) 915-6120
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