Serving 115 students in grades Kindergarten-8, Hope 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 10-14% (which is lower than the New Jersey state average of 38%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 15-19% (which is lower than the New Jersey state average of 49%).
The student-teacher ratio of 12:1 is higher than the New Jersey state level of 11:1.
Quick Facts (26-27)
- School Type: Charter School
- Grades: Kindergarten-8
- Enrollment: 115 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 12:1
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in NJ
- Math Proficiency: 10-14% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 15-19% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: ≤20% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NJ Dept. of Education
School Overview
Hope Community Charter School's student population of 115 students has declined by 12% over five school years.
The teacher population of 10 teachers has declined by 23% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-8
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
115 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 12-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
10 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 12-year historical data available below ↓
Year Founded
2013
School Calendar
School Rankings
Hope 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 Hope Community 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
#2011 out of 2184 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
10-14%
38%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
15-19%
49%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
≤20%
23%
Student-Teacher Ratio
12:1
11:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 12-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
52%
35%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 12-year historical data available below ↓
Black
46%
14%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 12-year historical data available below ↓
Hawaiian
1%
n/a
Two or more races
1%
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 12-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)53%
16.7%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
88%
38%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 12-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
1%
5%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 12-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 Hope Community Charter School's ranking?
Hope Community Charter School is ranked #2011 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?
10-14% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 38% NJ state average), while 15-19% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 49% NJ state average).
How many students attend Hope Community Charter School?
115 students attend Hope Community Charter School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
52% of Hope Community Charter School students are Hispanic, 46% of students are Black, 1% of students are Hawaiian, and 1% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Hope Community Charter School?
Hope Community Charter School has a student ration of 12:1, which is higher than the New Jersey state average of 11:1.
What grades does Hope Community Charter School offer ?
Hope Community Charter School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-8 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Hope Community Charter School part of?
Hope Community Charter School is part of HOPE Community Charter School District.
In what neighborhood is Hope Community Charter School located?
Hope Community Charter School is located in the Bergen Square neighborhood of Blackwood, NJ.
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