Serving 743 students in grades Kindergarten-12, Freedom Prep 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 was 3% (which was lower than the New Jersey state average of 36%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts was 14% (which was lower than the New Jersey state average of 49%).
The student:teacher ratio of 20:1 was higher than the New Jersey state level of 11:1.
Minority enrollment was 99% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which was higher than the New Jersey state average of 62% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Top Rankings
Freedom Prep Charter School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in New Jersey for:
Category
Attribute
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
School Overview
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-12
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
743 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
38 teachers
School Rankings
Overall Testing Rank
#2162 out of 2201 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
3%
36%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
14%
49%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
≤5%
23%
Student : Teacher Ratio
20:1
11:1
American Indian
1%
n/a
Asian
n/a
10%
Hispanic
61%
34%
Black
36%
15%
White
1%
38%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
1%
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
30-34%
85%
Eligible for Free Lunch
58%
32%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (21-22)
2%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Freedom Prep Charter School District
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NJ Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Freedom Prep Charter School's ranking?
Freedom Prep Charter School is ranked #2162 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?
3% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 36% NJ state average), while 14% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 49% NJ state average).
What is the graduation rate of Freedom Prep Charter School?
The graduation rate of Freedom Prep Charter School is 30-34%, which is lower than the New Jersey state average of 85%.
How many students attend Freedom Prep Charter School?
743 students attend Freedom Prep Charter School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
61% of Freedom Prep Charter School students are Hispanic, 36% of students are Black, 1% of students are American Indian, 1% of students are White, and 1% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Freedom Prep Charter School?
Freedom Prep Charter School has a student ration of 20:1, which is higher than the New Jersey state average of 11:1.
What grades does Freedom Prep Charter School offer ?
Freedom Prep Charter School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-12 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Freedom Prep Charter School part of?
Freedom Prep Charter School is part of Freedom Prep Charter School District.
In what neighborhood is Freedom Prep Charter School located?
Freedom Prep Charter School is located in the Liberty Park neighborhood of Camden, NJ. There are 2 other public schools located in Liberty Park.
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