Serving 460 students in grades Kindergarten-8, Jersey City Global Charter School ranks in the top 30% 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 32% (which is higher than the New Jersey state average of 26%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 57% (which is higher than the New Jersey state average of 47%).
The student:teacher ratio of 14:1 is higher than the New Jersey state level of 11:1.
Minority enrollment is 96% of the student body (majority Asian), 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: 460 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 96%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30% in NJ
- Math Proficiency: 32% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 57% (Top 30%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NJ Dept. of Education
School Overview
Jersey City Global Charter School's student population of 460 students has grown by 5% over five school years.
The teacher population of 33 teachers has grown by 13% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-8
Total Students
460 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
33 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Jersey City Global Charter School ranks within the top 30% of all 2,183 schools in New Jersey (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Jersey City Global Charter School is 0.58, 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
#640 out of 2183 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
32%
26%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
57%
47%
Student : Teacher Ratio
14:1
11:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
57%
10%
Hispanic
31%
32%
Black
7%
15%
White
4%
40%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
1%
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
23%
30%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
3%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NJ Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Jersey City Global Charter School's ranking?
Jersey City Global Charter School is ranked #640 out of 2,183 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in New Jersey.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
32% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 26% NJ state average), while 57% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% NJ state average).
How many students attend Jersey City Global Charter School?
460 students attend Jersey City Global Charter School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
57% of Jersey City Global Charter School students are Asian, 31% of students are Hispanic, 7% of students are Black, 4% of students are White, and 1% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Jersey City Global Charter School?
Jersey City Global Charter School has a student ration of 14:1, which is higher than the New Jersey state average of 11:1.
What grades does Jersey City Global Charter School offer ?
Jersey City Global Charter School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-8
What school district is Jersey City Global Charter School part of?
Jersey City Global Charter School is part of Jersey City Global Charter School District.
In what neighborhood is Jersey City Global Charter School located?
Jersey City Global Charter School is located in the The Heights neighborhood of Jersey City, NJ. There are 7 other public schools located in The Heights.
School Reviews
4 11/24/2021
JCGCS is a 5-star school in my opinion. It offers all students opportunities to embrace leadership and knowledge. I am currently an 8th-grade student, ready to graduate and I know for sure I will miss this school! They allow all types of help and support! 10/10
2 9/1/2016
Extremely disorganized. Principal is much too young and never available. I was not very welcomed in the school but kept my child there because a friend give a good recommendation. Although my child did learn a lot the teacher was amazing but the amount of homework was absurd and the staff seemed unhappy and overworked. I love my child's teacher but I did not like JCGCS
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