Serving 353 students in grades 6-9, Achievers Early College Prep 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 10% (which is lower than the New Jersey state average of 36%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 34% (which is lower than the New Jersey state average of 49%).
The student:teacher ratio of 18:1 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 61% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024-25)
- School Type: Charter School
- Grades: 6-9
- Enrollment: 353 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 18:1
- Minority Enrollment: 99%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in NJ
- Math Proficiency: 10% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 34% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: ≤5% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NJ Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Achievers Early College Prep Charter School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in New Jersey for:
Category
Attribute
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
School Overview
Achievers Early College Prep Charter School's student population of 353 students has grown by 390% over five school years.
The teacher population of 20 teachers has grown by 300% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 6-9
Total Students
353 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
20 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Achievers Early College Prep Charter School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 2,201 schools in New Jersey (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Achievers Early College Prep Charter School is 0.30, which is less 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
#1843 out of 2201 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
10%
36%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
34%
49%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
≤5%
23%
Student : Teacher Ratio
18:1
11:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
n/a
10%
Hispanic
82%
33%
Black
16%
15%
White
1%
39%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
1%
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
55%
31%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
7%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NJ Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Achievers Early College Prep Charter School's ranking?
Achievers Early College Prep Charter School is ranked #1843 out of 2,201 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in New Jersey.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
10% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 36% NJ state average), while 34% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 49% NJ state average).
How many students attend Achievers Early College Prep Charter School?
353 students attend Achievers Early College Prep Charter School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
82% of Achievers Early College Prep Charter School students are Hispanic, 16% of students are Black, 1% of students are White, and 1% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Achievers Early College Prep Charter School?
Achievers Early College Prep Charter School has a student ration of 18:1, which is higher than the New Jersey state average of 11:1.
What grades does Achievers Early College Prep Charter School offer ?
Achievers Early College Prep Charter School offers enrollment in grades 6-9
What school district is Achievers Early College Prep Charter School part of?
Achievers Early College Prep Charter School is part of Achievers Early College Prep Charter School District.
In what neighborhood is Achievers Early College Prep Charter School located?
Achievers Early College Prep Charter School is located in the Chambersburg neighborhood of Trenton, NJ. There are 3 other public schools located in Chambersburg.
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