Serving 441 students in grades 9-12, University Charter High 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 6-9% (which is lower than the New Jersey state average of 26%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 45-49% (which is approximately equal to the New Jersey state average of 47%).
The student:teacher ratio of 13:1 is higher than the New Jersey state level of 11:1.
Minority enrollment is 95% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the New Jersey state average of 60% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Quick Stats (2024)
- School Type: Charter School
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 441 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 13:1
- Minority Enrollment: 95%
- Graduation Rate: 90-94% (Top 50% in NJ)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: 6-9% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 45-49% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NJ Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
University Charter High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in New Jersey for:
Category
Attribute
Most improved public schools
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
School Overview
University Charter High School's student population of 441 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 35 teachers has declined by 14% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
Total Students
441 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
35 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
University Charter High 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 University Charter High School is 0.59, 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
#1495 out of 2183 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
6-9%
26%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
45-49%
47%
Student : Teacher Ratio
13:1
11:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
9%
10%
Hispanic
30%
32%
Black
56%
15%
White
5%
40%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
n/a
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
90-94%
88%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
57%
30%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
7%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NJ Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is University Charter High School's ranking?
University Charter High School is ranked #1495 out of 2,183 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in New Jersey.
What schools are University Charter High School often compared to?
University Charter High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Union County Teams Charter School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
6-9% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 26% NJ state average), while 45-49% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% NJ state average).
What is the graduation rate of University Charter High School?
The graduation rate of University Charter High School is 90-94%, which is higher than the New Jersey state average of 88%.
How many students attend University Charter High School?
441 students attend University Charter High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
56% of University Charter High School students are Black, 30% of students are Hispanic, 9% of students are Asian, and 5% of students are White.
What is the student:teacher ratio of University Charter High School?
University Charter High School has a student ration of 13:1, which is higher than the New Jersey state average of 11:1.
What grades does University Charter High School offer ?
University Charter High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12
What school district is University Charter High School part of?
University Charter High School is part of University Academy Charter High School District.
In what neighborhood is University Charter High School located?
University Charter High School is located in the Hackensack River Waterfront neighborhood of Jersey City, NJ. There are 1 other public schools located in Hackensack River Waterfront.
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