Serving 381 students in grades Kindergarten-8, New Horizons 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 7% (which is lower than the New Jersey state average of 36%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 22% (which is lower 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.
Quick Stats (2024-25)
- School Type: Charter School
- Grades: Kindergarten-8
- Enrollment: 381 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in NJ
- Math Proficiency: 7% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 22% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 6-9% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NJ Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
New Horizons Community Charter School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in New Jersey for:
Category
Attribute
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
School Overview
New Horizons Community Charter School's student population of 381 students has declined by 43% over five school years.
The teacher population of 25 teachers has declined by 52% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-8
Total Students
381 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
25 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
New Horizons 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 New Horizons Community Charter School is 0.30, 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
#2036 out of 2201 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
7%
36%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
22%
49%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
6-9%
23%
Student : Teacher Ratio
15:1
11:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
n/a
10%
Hispanic
18%
33%
Black
82%
15%
White
n/a
39%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
n/a
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
86%
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 New Horizons Community Charter School's ranking?
New Horizons Community Charter School is ranked #2036 out of 2,201 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in New Jersey.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
7% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 36% NJ state average), while 22% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 49% NJ state average).
How many students attend New Horizons Community Charter School?
381 students attend New Horizons Community Charter School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
82% of New Horizons Community Charter School students are Black, and 18% of students are Hispanic.
What is the student:teacher ratio of New Horizons Community Charter School?
New Horizons Community Charter School has a student ration of 15:1, which is higher than the New Jersey state average of 11:1.
What grades does New Horizons Community Charter School offer ?
New Horizons Community Charter School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-8
What school district is New Horizons Community Charter School part of?
New Horizons Community Charter School is part of New Horizons Community Charter School District.
In what neighborhood is New Horizons Community Charter School located?
New Horizons Community Charter School is located in the Springfield And Belmont neighborhood of Newark, NJ. There are 10 other public schools located in Springfield And Belmont.
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