Serving 256 students in grades Kindergarten-8, Unity Charter School ranks in the top 30% of all schools in New Jersey for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 30%, and reading proficiency is top 30%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 55-59% (which is higher than the New Jersey state average of 38%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 65-69% (which is higher than the New Jersey state average of 49%).
The student-teacher ratio of 10:1 is lower than the New Jersey state level of 11:1.
Minority enrollment is 71% of the student body (majority Asian), which is higher than the New Jersey state average of 63% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- School Type: Charter School
- Grades: Kindergarten-8
- Enrollment: 256 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 10:1
- Minority Enrollment: 71%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30% in NJ
- Math Proficiency: 55-59% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 65-69% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: 30-39% (Top 30%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NJ Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Unity Charter School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in New Jersey for:
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Attribute
Most improved public schools
School Overview
Unity Charter School's student population of 256 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 25 teachers has grown by 8% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-8
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
256 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 26-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
25 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 26-year historical data available below ↓
School Calendar
School Rankings
Unity Charter School ranks within the top 30% of all 2,184 schools in New Jersey (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Unity Charter School is 0.75, which is more 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
#483 out of 2184 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
55-59%
38%
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
65-69%
49%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
30-39%
23%
Student-Teacher Ratio
10:1
11:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 26-year historical data available below ↓
American Indian
1%
n/a
Asian
37%
11%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 26-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
15%
35%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 26-year historical data available below ↓
Black
12%
14%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 26-year historical data available below ↓
White
29%
37%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 26-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
6%
3%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 26-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)5.5%
16.7%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
13%
38%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 26-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
4%
5%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 22-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NJ Dept. of Education
School Notes
- Unity Charter School is a tuition-free, public school in Morris Township that integrates the values of sustainability into a vigorous academic program. Enrollment is open to all New Jerseyresidentsfrom Kindergarten to 8thGrade.
- In addition to a strong commitment to the Common Core Curriculum Standards and demonstrated academic success, Unity Charter School is dedicated to developing student leaders for the 21st Century. Our integrated curriculum supports mastery of multi-dimensional abilities while developing well balanced, and confident students. We value and provide unique opportunities for students to develop critical thinking, communication, and collaboration skills as well as encourage self exploration and creativity. Through class meetings and Democratic Governance, students are empowered to use their voice, impact change, and be of service to others through community outreach initiatives.
- Unity Charter School students are held to high academic standards and this is evidenced by successful performance on state wide standardized tests where 80% of our students demonstrate proficiency in both English Language Arts and Mathematics.
- The deadline for our admissions lottery is January 14, 2015 at 4:30pm for the 2015-16 school year. The lottery will be held January 20, 2015 at 7pm. Applications received after the deadline are accepted and added to the wait list in the order received. For information about our open houses or to download an application, please visitwww.unitycharterschool.org/application-for-enrollment/
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Unity Charter School's ranking?
Unity Charter School is ranked #483 out of 2,184 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in New Jersey.
What schools are Unity Charter School often compared to?
Unity Charter Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Alfred Vail School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
55-59% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 38% NJ state average), while 65-69% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 49% NJ state average).
How many students attend Unity Charter School?
256 students attend Unity Charter School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
37% of Unity Charter School students are Asian, 29% of students are White, 15% of students are Hispanic, 12% of students are Black, 6% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are American Indian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Unity Charter School?
Unity Charter School has a student ration of 10:1, which is lower than the New Jersey state average of 11:1.
What grades does Unity Charter School offer ?
Unity Charter School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-8 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Unity Charter School part of?
Unity Charter School is part of Unity Charter School District.
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