Serving 383 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 13% (which is lower than the New Jersey state average of 38%). 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 14:1 is higher than the New Jersey state level of 11:1.
Quick Facts (2026-27)
- School Type: Charter School
- Grades: Kindergarten-8
- Enrollment: 383 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in NJ
- Math Proficiency: 13% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 24% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: ≤5% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NJ Dept. of Education
School Overview
Dr Lena Edwards Academic Charter School's student population of 383 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 27 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-8
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
383 students
Total Classroom Teachers
27 teachers
School Calendar
School Motto
Our scholars make us special…we lead, teach, guide and partner for them.
School Rankings
Dr Lena Edwards Academic Charter 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 Lena Edwards Academic Charter School is 0.38, 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
#1953 out of 2184 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
13%
38%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
24%
49%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
≤5%
23%
Student-Teacher Ratio
14:1
11:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
1%
11%
Hispanic
22%
35%
Black
76%
14%
White
n/a
37%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
1%
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)8.6%
16.7%
Eligible for Free Lunch
68%
38%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
9%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NJ Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Dr Lena Edwards Academic Charter School's ranking?
Dr Lena Edwards Academic Charter School is ranked #1953 out of 2,184 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?
13% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 38% 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?
383 students attend Dr Lena Edwards Academic Charter School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
76% of Dr Lena Edwards Academic Charter School students are Black, 22% of students are Hispanic, 1% of students are Asian, 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 14:1, 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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