Serving 370 students in grades Kindergarten-8, New Horizons 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 8% (which is lower than the New Jersey state average of 38%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 22% (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: 370 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 12:1
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in NJ
- Math Proficiency: 8% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 22% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 6-9% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NJ Dept. of Education
School Overview
New Horizons Community Charter School's student population of 370 students has declined by 17% over five school years.
The teacher population of 31 teachers has declined by 16% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-8
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
370 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 26-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
31 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 26-year historical data available below ↓
School Calendar
School Rankings
New Horizons 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 New Horizons Community Charter School is 0.41, 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
#2028 out of 2184 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
8%
38%
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
22%
49%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
6-9%
23%
Student-Teacher Ratio
12:1
11:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 26-year historical data available below ↓
American Indian
1%
n/a
Hispanic
27%
35%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 26-year historical data available below ↓
Black
72%
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)30.3%
16.7%
Eligible for Free Lunch
99%
38%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 26-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
5%
6%
Showing 2015–2024. Full 25-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 New Horizons Community Charter School's ranking?
New Horizons Community Charter School is ranked #2028 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?
8% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 38% NJ state average), while 22% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 49% NJ state average).
How many students attend New Horizons Community Charter School?
370 students attend New Horizons Community Charter School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
72% of New Horizons Community Charter School students are Black, 27% of students are Hispanic, and 1% of students are American Indian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of New Horizons Community Charter School?
New Horizons 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 New Horizons Community Charter School offer ?
New Horizons Community Charter School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-8 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is New Horizons Community Charter School part of?
New Horizons Community Charter School is part of New Horizons Community Charter School District.
In what neighborhood is New Horizons Community Charter School located?
New Horizons Community Charter School is located in the Springfield And Belmont neighborhood of Newark, NJ. There are 10 other public schools located in Springfield And Belmont.
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