Serving 1,155 students in grades Kindergarten-12, Foundation Academy 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 6% (which is lower than the New Jersey state average of 38%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 26% (which is lower than the New Jersey state average of 49%).
The student-teacher ratio of 20:1 is higher than the New Jersey state level of 11:1.
Minority enrollment is 99% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the New Jersey state average of 63% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- School Type: Charter School
- Grades: Kindergarten-12
- Enrollment: 1,155 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 20:1
- Minority Enrollment: 99%
- Graduation Rate: 90-94% (Top 50% in NJ)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: 6% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 26% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 6% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NJ Dept. of Education
School Overview
Foundation Academy Charter School's student population of 1,155 students has grown by 6% over five school years.
The teacher population of 58 teachers has declined by 20% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-12
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
1,155 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 18-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
58 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 18-year historical data available below ↓
School Calendar
School Rankings
Foundation Academy 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 Foundation Academy Charter School is 0.52, 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
#2024 out of 2184 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
6%
38%
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
26%
49%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
6%
23%
Student-Teacher Ratio
20:1
11:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 18-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
51%
35%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 18-year historical data available below ↓
Black
47%
14%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 18-year historical data available below ↓
White
1%
37%
Showing 2014–2025. Full 18-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
1%
3%
Showing 2012–2025. Full 15-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 18-year historical data available below ↓
Graduation Rate
90-94%
90.5%
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)22.9%
16.7%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
78%
38%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 18-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
12%
5%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 18-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Sports
School Mascot
Lion
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NJ Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Foundation Academy Charter School's ranking?
Foundation Academy Charter School is ranked #2024 out of 2,184 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in New Jersey.
What schools are Foundation Academy Charter School often compared to?
Foundation Academy Charter Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Chartertech High School For The Performing Arts by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
6% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 38% NJ state average), while 26% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 49% NJ state average).
What is the graduation rate of Foundation Academy Charter School?
The graduation rate of Foundation Academy Charter School is 90-94%, which is lower than the New Jersey state average of 90.5%.
How many students attend Foundation Academy Charter School?
1,155 students attend Foundation Academy Charter School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
51% of Foundation Academy Charter School students are Hispanic, 47% of students are Black, 1% of students are White, and 1% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Foundation Academy Charter School?
Foundation Academy Charter School has a student ration of 20:1, which is higher than the New Jersey state average of 11:1.
What grades does Foundation Academy Charter School offer ?
Foundation Academy Charter School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-12 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Foundation Academy Charter School part of?
Foundation Academy Charter School is part of Foundation Academy Charter School District.
In what neighborhood is Foundation Academy Charter School located?
Foundation Academy Charter School is located in the Downtown neighborhood of Trenton, NJ.
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