Serving 568 students in grades Kindergarten-8, Maria Varisco Rogers 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 16% (which is lower than the New Jersey state average of 26%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 40% (which is lower 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.
Quick Stats (2024)
- School Type: Charter School
- Grades: Kindergarten-8
- Enrollment: 568 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in NJ
- Math Proficiency: 16% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 40% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NJ Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Maria Varisco Rogers Charter School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in New Jersey for:
Category
Attribute
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
School Overview
Maria Varisco Rogers Charter School's student population of 568 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 42 teachers has declined by 23% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-8
Total Students
568 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
42 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Maria Varisco Rogers Charter School 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 Maria Varisco Rogers Charter School is 0.11, 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
#1502 out of 2183 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
16%
26%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
40%
47%
Student : Teacher Ratio
14:1
11:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
1%
10%
Hispanic
94%
32%
Black
5%
15%
White
n/a
40%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
n/a
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
75%
30%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
12%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NJ Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Maria Varisco Rogers Charter School's ranking?
Maria Varisco Rogers Charter School is ranked #1502 out of 2,183 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in New Jersey.
What schools are Maria Varisco Rogers Charter School often compared to?
Maria Varisco Rogers Charter Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Robert Treat Charter School, The Gray Charter School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
16% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 26% NJ state average), while 40% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% NJ state average).
How many students attend Maria Varisco Rogers Charter School?
568 students attend Maria Varisco Rogers Charter School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
94% of Maria Varisco Rogers Charter School students are Hispanic, 5% of students are Black, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Maria Varisco Rogers Charter School?
Maria Varisco Rogers Charter School has a student ration of 14:1, which is higher than the New Jersey state average of 11:1.
What grades does Maria Varisco Rogers Charter School offer ?
Maria Varisco Rogers Charter School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-8
What school district is Maria Varisco Rogers Charter School part of?
Maria Varisco Rogers Charter School is part of Maria L. Varisco-Rogers Charter School District.
In what neighborhood is Maria Varisco Rogers Charter School located?
Maria Varisco Rogers Charter School is located in the Forest Hill neighborhood of Newark, NJ. There are 5 other public schools located in Forest Hill.
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