Serving 668 students in grades Prekindergarten-8, Jersey City Golden Door Charter School ranks in the top 50% of all schools in New Jersey for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 37% (which is higher than the New Jersey state average of 36%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 54% (which is higher than the New Jersey state average of 49%).
The student:teacher ratio of 15:1 is higher than the New Jersey state level of 11:1.
Minority enrollment is 91% of the student body (majority Asian 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: Prekindergarten-8
- Enrollment: 668 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Minority Enrollment: 91%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in NJ
- Math Proficiency: 37% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 54% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 15-19% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NJ Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Jersey City Golden Door Charter School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in New Jersey for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
School Overview
Jersey City Golden Door Charter School's student population of 668 students has grown by 13% over five school years.
The teacher population of 44 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-8
Total Students
668 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
44 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Jersey City Golden Door Charter School ranks within the top 50% of all 2,201 schools in New Jersey (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Jersey City Golden Door Charter School is 0.72, which is equal to the diversity score at state average of 0.72. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#987 out of 2201 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
37%
36%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
54%
49%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
15-19%
23%
Student : Teacher Ratio
15:1
11:1
American Indian
1%
n/a
Asian
41%
10%
Hispanic
24%
33%
Black
23%
15%
White
9%
39%
Hawaiian
2%
n/a
Two or more races
n/a
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
33%
31%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
3%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NJ Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Jersey City Golden Door Charter School's ranking?
Jersey City Golden Door Charter School is ranked #987 out of 2,201 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in New Jersey.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
37% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 36% NJ state average), while 54% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 49% NJ state average).
How many students attend Jersey City Golden Door Charter School?
668 students attend Jersey City Golden Door Charter School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
41% of Jersey City Golden Door Charter School students are Asian, 24% of students are Hispanic, 23% of students are Black, 9% of students are White, 2% of students are Hawaiian, and 1% of students are American Indian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Jersey City Golden Door Charter School?
Jersey City Golden Door Charter School has a student ration of 15:1, which is higher than the New Jersey state average of 11:1.
What grades does Jersey City Golden Door Charter School offer ?
Jersey City Golden Door Charter School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-8
What school district is Jersey City Golden Door Charter School part of?
Jersey City Golden Door Charter School is part of Jersey City Golden Door Charter School District.
In what neighborhood is Jersey City Golden Door Charter School located?
Jersey City Golden Door Charter School is located in the Journal Square neighborhood of Jersey City, NJ. There are 3 other public schools located in Journal Square.
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