Serving 1,403 students in grades Kindergarten-12, College Achieve Central 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 14% (which is lower than the New Jersey state average of 36%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 42% (which is lower than the New Jersey state average of 49%).
The student:teacher ratio of 14:1 is higher than the New Jersey state level of 11:1.
Quick Stats (2024-25)
- School Type: Charter School
- Grades: Kindergarten-12
- Enrollment: 1,403 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Graduation Rate: ≥95% (Top 10% in NJ)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: 14% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 42% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 9% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NJ Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
College Achieve Central Charter School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in New Jersey for:
Category
Attribute
Graduation Rate
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
School Overview
College Achieve Central Charter School's student population of 1,403 students has grown by 42% over five school years.
The teacher population of 102 teachers has grown by 45% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-12
Total Students
1,403 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
102 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
College Achieve Central 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 College Achieve Central Charter School is 0.35, 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
#1626 out of 2201 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
14%
36%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
42%
49%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
9%
23%
Student : Teacher Ratio
14:1
11:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
1%
10%
Hispanic
78%
33%
Black
21%
15%
White
n/a
39%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
n/a
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
≥95%
85%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
61%
31%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
12%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NJ Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is College Achieve Central Charter School's ranking?
College Achieve Central Charter School is ranked #1626 out of 2,201 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in New Jersey.
What schools are College Achieve Central Charter School often compared to?
College Achieve Central Charter Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Cresthaven Academy Charter School, Emerson Community School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
14% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 36% NJ state average), while 42% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 49% NJ state average).
What is the graduation rate of College Achieve Central Charter School?
The graduation rate of College Achieve Central Charter School is 95%, which is higher than the New Jersey state average of 85%.
How many students attend College Achieve Central Charter School?
1,403 students attend College Achieve Central Charter School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
78% of College Achieve Central Charter School students are Hispanic, 21% of students are Black, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of College Achieve Central Charter School?
College Achieve Central Charter School has a student ration of 14:1, which is higher than the New Jersey state average of 11:1.
What grades does College Achieve Central Charter School offer ?
College Achieve Central Charter School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-12
What school district is College Achieve Central Charter School part of?
College Achieve Central Charter School is part of College Achieve Central Charter School District.
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