Serving 1,002 students in grades Kindergarten-8, Empowerment Academy 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 25% (which is lower than the New Jersey state average of 36%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 44% (which is lower than the New Jersey state average of 49%).
The student:teacher ratio of 13:1 is higher than the New Jersey state level of 11:1.
Minority enrollment is 85% of the student body (majority Black and Hispanic), which is higher than the New Jersey state average of 61% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Quick Stats (2024-25)
- School Type: Charter School
- Grades: Kindergarten-8
- Enrollment: 1,002 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 13:1
- Minority Enrollment: 85%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in NJ
- Math Proficiency: 25% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 44% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 15-19% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NJ Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Empowerment Academy Charter School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in New Jersey for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
School Overview
Empowerment Academy Charter School's student population of 1,002 students has grown by 74% over five school years.
The teacher population of 75 teachers has grown by 97% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-8
Total Students
1,002 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
75 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Empowerment Academy 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 Empowerment Academy Charter School is 0.75, which is more 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
#1439 out of 2201 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
25%
36%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
44%
49%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
15-19%
23%
Student : Teacher Ratio
13:1
11:1
American Indian
1%
n/a
Asian
19%
10%
Hispanic
24%
33%
Black
37%
15%
White
15%
39%
Hawaiian
1%
n/a
Two or more races
3%
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
63%
31%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
8%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NJ Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Empowerment Academy Charter School's ranking?
Empowerment Academy Charter School is ranked #1439 out of 2,201 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in New Jersey.
What schools are Empowerment Academy Charter School often compared to?
Empowerment Academy Charter Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Beloved Community Charter School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
25% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 36% NJ state average), while 44% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 49% NJ state average).
How many students attend Empowerment Academy Charter School?
1,002 students attend Empowerment Academy Charter School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
37% of Empowerment Academy Charter School students are Black, 24% of students are Hispanic, 19% of students are Asian, 15% of students are White, 3% of students are Two or more races, 1% of students are American Indian, and 1% of students are Hawaiian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Empowerment Academy Charter School?
Empowerment Academy Charter School has a student ration of 13:1, which is higher than the New Jersey state average of 11:1.
What grades does Empowerment Academy Charter School offer ?
Empowerment Academy Charter School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-8
What school district is Empowerment Academy Charter School part of?
Empowerment Academy Charter School is part of Empowerment Academy Charter School District.
In what neighborhood is Empowerment Academy Charter School located?
Empowerment Academy Charter School is located in the West Side neighborhood of Jersey City, NJ. There are 6 other public schools located in West Side.
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