Serving 469 students in grades Kindergarten-6, Principle 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 2% (which is lower than the New Jersey state average of 26%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 22% (which is lower than the New Jersey state average of 47%).
The student:teacher ratio of 13:1 is higher than the New Jersey state level of 11:1.
Minority enrollment is 97% of the student body (majority Black and Hispanic), which is higher than the New Jersey state average of 60% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Quick Stats (2024)
- School Type: Charter School
- Grades: Kindergarten-6
- Enrollment: 469 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 13:1
- Minority Enrollment: 97%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in NJ
- Math Proficiency: 2% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 22% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NJ Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Principle Charter School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in New Jersey for:
Category
Attribute
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
School Overview
Principle Charter School's student population of 469 students has grown by 17% over five school years.
The teacher population of 36 teachers has grown by 89% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-6
Total Students
469 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
36 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Principle Charter School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 2,183 schools in New Jersey (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Principle Charter School is 0.56, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.71. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#2082 out of 2183 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
2%
26%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
22%
47%
Student : Teacher Ratio
13:1
11:1
American Indian
2%
n/a
Asian
1%
10%
Hispanic
47%
32%
Black
47%
15%
White
3%
40%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
n/a
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
78%
30%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
12%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NJ Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Principle Charter School's ranking?
Principle Charter School is ranked #2082 out of 2,183 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?
2% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 26% NJ state average), while 22% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% NJ state average).
How many students attend Principle Charter School?
469 students attend Principle Charter School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
47% of Principle Charter School students are Hispanic, 47% of students are Black, 3% of students are White, 2% of students are American Indian, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Principle Charter School?
Principle Charter School has a student ration of 13:1, which is higher than the New Jersey state average of 11:1.
What grades does Principle Charter School offer ?
Principle Charter School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-6
What school district is Principle Charter School part of?
Principle Charter School is part of Principle Academy Charter School District.
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