Serving 414 students in grades Kindergarten-4, East Orange Community 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 15-19% (which is lower than the New Jersey state average of 38%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 35-39% (which is lower than the New Jersey state average of 49%).
The student-teacher ratio of 22:1 is higher than the New Jersey state level of 11:1.
Quick Facts (26-27)
- School Type: Charter School
- Grades: Kindergarten-4
- Enrollment: 414 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 22:1
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in NJ
- Math Proficiency: 15-19% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 35-39% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NJ Dept. of Education
School Overview
East Orange Community Charter School's student population of 414 students has declined by 12% over five school years.
The teacher population of 19 teachers has declined by 62% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-4
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
414 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 26-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
19 teachers
Showing 2015–2025. Full 26-year historical data available below ↓
School Rankings
East Orange Community 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 East Orange Community Charter School is 0.13, 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
#1699 out of 2184 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
15-19%
38%
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
35-39%
49%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Student-Teacher Ratio
22:1
11:1
Showing 2014–2025. Full 26-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
7%
35%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 26-year historical data available below ↓
Black
93%
14%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 26-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 26-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)24.2%
16.7%
Eligible for Free Lunch
77%
38%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 26-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
7%
5%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 26-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NJ Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is East Orange Community Charter School's ranking?
East Orange Community Charter School is ranked #1699 out of 2,184 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in New Jersey.
What schools are East Orange Community Charter School often compared to?
East Orange Community Charter Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Thirteenth Avenue School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
15-19% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 38% NJ state average), while 35-39% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 49% NJ state average).
How many students attend East Orange Community Charter School?
414 students attend East Orange Community Charter School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
93% of East Orange Community Charter School students are Black, and 7% of students are Hispanic.
What is the student-teacher ratio of East Orange Community Charter School?
East Orange Community Charter School has a student ration of 22:1, which is higher than the New Jersey state average of 11:1.
What grades does East Orange Community Charter School offer ?
East Orange Community Charter School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-4 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is East Orange Community Charter School part of?
East Orange Community Charter School is part of East Orange Community Charter School District.
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