Serving 339 students in grades Kindergarten-8, Link Community 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 9% (which is lower than the New Jersey state average of 36%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 45% (which is lower than the New Jersey state average of 49%).
The student:teacher ratio of 17:1 is higher than the New Jersey state level of 11:1.
Quick Stats (2024-25)
- School Type: Charter School
- Grades: Kindergarten-8
- Enrollment: 339 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 17:1
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in NJ
- Math Proficiency: 9% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 45% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: ≤5% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NJ Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Link Community Charter School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in New Jersey for:
Category
Attribute
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
School Overview
Link Community Charter School's student population of 339 students has grown by 14% over five school years.
The teacher population of 20 teachers has declined by 25% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-8
Total Students
339 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
20 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Link Community 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 Link Community Charter School is 0.15, 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
#1686 out of 2201 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
9%
36%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
45%
49%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
≤5%
23%
Student : Teacher Ratio
17:1
11:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
n/a
10%
Hispanic
8%
33%
Black
92%
15%
White
n/a
39%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
n/a
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
55%
31%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
14%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NJ Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Link Community Charter School's ranking?
Link Community Charter School is ranked #1686 out of 2,201 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in New Jersey.
What schools are Link Community Charter School often compared to?
Link Community Charter Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Great Oaks Legacy Charter School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
9% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 36% NJ state average), while 45% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 49% NJ state average).
How many students attend Link Community Charter School?
339 students attend Link Community Charter School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
92% of Link Community Charter School students are Black, and 8% of students are Hispanic.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Link Community Charter School?
Link Community Charter School has a student ration of 17:1, which is higher than the New Jersey state average of 11:1.
What grades does Link Community Charter School offer ?
Link Community Charter School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-8
What school district is Link Community Charter School part of?
Link Community Charter School is part of Link Community Charter School District.
In what neighborhood is Link Community Charter School located?
Link Community Charter School is located in the South Broad Street neighborhood of Newark, NJ. There are 1 other public schools located in South Broad Street.
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