Serving 370 students in grades Kindergarten-8, Dr Lena Edwards Academic Charter 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 11% (which is lower than the New Jersey state average of 36%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 24% (which is lower than the New Jersey state average of 49%).
The student:teacher ratio of 13:1 is higher than the New Jersey state level of 11:1.
Quick Stats (2025)
- School Type: Charter School
- Grades: Kindergarten-8
- Enrollment: 370 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 13:1
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in NJ
- Math Proficiency: 11% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 24% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: ≤5% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NJ Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Dr Lena Edwards Academic Charter School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in New Jersey for:
Category
Attribute
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
School Overview
Dr Lena Edwards Academic Charter School's student population of 370 students has declined by 5% over five school years.
The teacher population of 28 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-8
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
370 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
28 teachers
School Rankings
Dr Lena Edwards Academic Charter School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 2,201 schools in New Jersey (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Dr Lena Edwards Academic Charter School is 0.35, which is less 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
#1961 out of 2201 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
11%
36%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
24%
49%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
≤5%
23%
Student : Teacher Ratio
13:1
11:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
n/a
10%
Hispanic
21%
34%
Black
78%
15%
White
n/a
38%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
1%
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
68%
32%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
9%
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 Lena Edwards Academic Charter School's ranking?
Dr Lena Edwards Academic Charter School is ranked #1961 out of 2,201 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in New Jersey.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
11% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 36% NJ state average), while 24% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 49% NJ state average).
How many students attend Dr Lena Edwards Academic Charter School?
370 students attend Dr Lena Edwards Academic Charter School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
78% of Dr Lena Edwards Academic Charter School students are Black, 21% of students are Hispanic, and 1% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Dr Lena Edwards Academic Charter School?
Dr Lena Edwards Academic Charter School has a student ration of 13:1, which is higher than the New Jersey state average of 11:1.
What grades does Dr Lena Edwards Academic Charter School offer ?
Dr Lena Edwards Academic Charter School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-8 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Dr Lena Edwards Academic Charter School part of?
Dr Lena Edwards Academic Charter School is part of Dr Lena Edwards Academic Charter School District.
In what neighborhood is Dr Lena Edwards Academic Charter School located?
Dr Lena Edwards Academic Charter School is located in the Bergen Lafayette neighborhood of Jersey City, NJ. There are 6 other public schools located in Bergen Lafayette.
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