Serving 684 students in grades Kindergarten-8, Robert Treat Charter School ranks in the top 50% of all schools in New Jersey for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 30% (which is higher than the New Jersey state average of 26%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 53% (which is higher than the New Jersey state average of 47%).
The student:teacher ratio of 17:1 is higher than the New Jersey state level of 11:1.
Minority enrollment is 99% of the student body (majority 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-8
- Enrollment: 684 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 17:1
- Minority Enrollment: 99%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in NJ
- Math Proficiency: 30% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 53% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NJ Dept. of Education
School Overview
Robert Treat Charter School's student population of 684 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 41 teachers has declined by 12% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-8
Total Students
684 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
41 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Robert Treat Charter School ranks within the top 50% of all 2,183 schools in New Jersey (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Robert Treat Charter School is 0.50, 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
#805 out of 2183 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
30%
26%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
53%
47%
Student : Teacher Ratio
17:1
11:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
1%
10%
Hispanic
62%
32%
Black
34%
15%
White
1%
40%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
2%
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
53%
30%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
12%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Extracurriculars
Total ExtracurricularsTotal Extra-curric.
10 extracurriculars
ExtracurricularsExtra-curric.
Baseball, Boys' and Girls' Basketball, Chorus, Debate Team, Drama, Orchestra, Soccer, Stand & Deliver, Student Council, T-Ball.
Source: 2021-2022 (latest school year available) National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NJ Dept. of Education
School Notes
- Children must be Newark residents to be eligible for enrollment.
- Children must be five years old on or before October 1 to be eligible for the kindergarten lottery.
- In accordance with the NJ Charter School Act of 1995, siblings of existing students are given preference in enrollment.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Robert Treat Charter School's ranking?
Robert Treat Charter School is ranked #805 out of 2,183 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in New Jersey.
What schools are Robert Treat Charter School often compared to?
Robert Treat Charter Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like The Gray Charter School, North Star Charter School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
30% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 26% NJ state average), while 53% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% NJ state average).
How many students attend Robert Treat Charter School?
684 students attend Robert Treat Charter School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
62% of Robert Treat Charter School students are Hispanic, 34% of students are Black, 2% of students are Two or more races, 1% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are White.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Robert Treat Charter School?
Robert Treat Charter School has a student ration of 17:1, which is higher than the New Jersey state average of 11:1.
What grades does Robert Treat Charter School offer ?
Robert Treat Charter School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-8
What school district is Robert Treat Charter School part of?
Robert Treat Charter School is part of Robert Treat Academy Charter School District.
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