Serving 1,450 students in grades Kindergarten-12, Paterson Charter School For Science/technology 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 26%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 29% (which is lower than the New Jersey state average of 47%).
The student:teacher ratio of 11:1 is equal to the New Jersey state level of 11:1.
Minority enrollment is 96% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the New Jersey state average of 60% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024)
- School Type: Charter School
- Grades: Kindergarten-12
- Enrollment: 1,450 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 11:1
- Minority Enrollment: 96%
- Graduation Rate: 85-89% (Btm 50% in NJ)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: 8% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 29% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NJ Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Paterson Charter School For Science/technology ranks among the top 20% of public schools in New Jersey for:
Category
Attribute
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
School Overview
Paterson Charter School For Science/technology's student population of 1,450 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 131 teachers has grown by 14% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-12
Total Students
1,450 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
131 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Paterson Charter School For Science/technology 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 Paterson Charter School For Science/technology is 0.48, 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
#1838 out of 2183 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
8%
26%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
29%
47%
Student : Teacher Ratio
11:1
11:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
n/a
10%
Hispanic
66%
32%
Black
30%
15%
White
4%
40%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
n/a
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
85-89%
88%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
81%
30%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
8%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: 2021-2022 (latest school year available) National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NJ Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Paterson Charter School For Science/technology's ranking?
Paterson Charter School For Science/technology is ranked #1838 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?
8% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 26% NJ state average), while 29% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% NJ state average).
What is the graduation rate of Paterson Charter School For Science/technology?
The graduation rate of Paterson Charter School For Science/technology is 85-89%, which is lower than the New Jersey state average of 88%.
How many students attend Paterson Charter School For Science/technology?
1,450 students attend Paterson Charter School For Science/technology.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
66% of Paterson Charter School For Science/technology students are Hispanic, 30% of students are Black, and 4% of students are White.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Paterson Charter School For Science/technology?
Paterson Charter School For Science/technology has a student ration of 11:1, which is equal to the New Jersey state average of 11:1.
What grades does Paterson Charter School For Science/technology offer ?
Paterson Charter School For Science/technology offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-12
What school district is Paterson Charter School For Science/technology part of?
Paterson Charter School For Science/technology is part of Paterson Charter School For Science And Technology School District.
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