Serving 1,985 students in grades Prekindergarten-12, Great Oaks Legacy 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 19% (which is lower than the New Jersey state average of 26%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 39% (which is lower than the New Jersey state average of 47%).
The student:teacher ratio of 15:1 is higher than the New Jersey state level of 11:1.
Quick Stats (2024)
- School Type: Charter School
- Grades: Prekindergarten-12
- Enrollment: 1,985 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Graduation Rate: 75-79% (Btm 50% in NJ)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: 19% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 39% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NJ Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Great Oaks Legacy Charter School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in New Jersey for:
Category
Attribute
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
School Overview
Great Oaks Legacy Charter School's student population of 1,985 students has grown by 22% over five school years.
The teacher population of 131 teachers has grown by 48% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-12
Total Students
1,985 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
131 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Great Oaks Legacy 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 Great Oaks Legacy Charter School is 0.21, 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
#1426 out of 2183 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
19%
26%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
39%
47%
Student : Teacher Ratio
15:1
11:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
n/a
10%
Hispanic
12%
32%
Black
88%
15%
White
n/a
40%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
n/a
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
75-79%
88%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
75%
30%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
8%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NJ Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Great Oaks Legacy Charter School's ranking?
Great Oaks Legacy Charter School is ranked #1426 out of 2,183 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in New Jersey.
What schools are Great Oaks Legacy Charter School often compared to?
Great Oaks Legacy Charter Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Discovery Charter School, North Star Charter School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
19% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 26% NJ state average), while 39% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% NJ state average).
What is the graduation rate of Great Oaks Legacy Charter School?
The graduation rate of Great Oaks Legacy Charter School is 75-79%, which is lower than the New Jersey state average of 88%.
How many students attend Great Oaks Legacy Charter School?
1,985 students attend Great Oaks Legacy Charter School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
88% of Great Oaks Legacy Charter School students are Black, and 12% of students are Hispanic.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Great Oaks Legacy Charter School?
Great Oaks Legacy Charter School has a student ration of 15:1, which is higher than the New Jersey state average of 11:1.
What grades does Great Oaks Legacy Charter School offer ?
Great Oaks Legacy Charter School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-12
What school district is Great Oaks Legacy Charter School part of?
Great Oaks Legacy Charter School is part of Great Oaks Legacy Charter School District.
In what neighborhood is Great Oaks Legacy Charter School located?
Great Oaks Legacy Charter School is located in the Central Ward neighborhood of Newark, NJ. There are 6 other public schools located in Central Ward.
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