Serving 2,458 students in grades Kindergarten-12, Newark Charter School ranks in the top 5% of all schools in Delaware for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 5%, and reading proficiency is top 5%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 66% (which is higher than the Delaware state average of 27%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 75% (which is higher than the Delaware state average of 42%).
The student:teacher ratio of 17:1 is higher than the Delaware state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 41% of the student body (majority Asian and Black), which is lower than the Delaware state average of 58% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2024)
- School Type: Charter School
- Grades: Kindergarten-12
- Enrollment: 2,458 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 17:1
- Minority Enrollment: 41%
- Graduation Rate: ≥95% (Top 20% in DE)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 5%
- Math Proficiency: 66% (Top 5%)
- Reading Proficiency: 75% (Top 5%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), DE Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Newark Charter School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Delaware for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Graduation Rate
School Overview
Newark Charter School's student population of 2,458 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 147 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-12
Total Students
2,458 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
147 teachers
Students by Grade
School Calendar
School Rankings
Newark Charter School ranks within the top 5% of all 196 schools in Delaware (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Newark Charter School is 0.61, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.70. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#3 out of 196 schools
(Top 5%)
(Top 5%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
66%
27%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
75%
42%
Student : Teacher Ratio
17:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
16%
4%
Hispanic
7%
19%
Black
12%
30%
White
59%
42%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
6%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
≥95%
80%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
7%
34%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (12-13)
3%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), DE Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Newark Charter School's ranking?
Newark Charter School is ranked #3 out of 196 schools, which ranks it among the top 5% of public schools in Delaware.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
66% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 27% DE state average), while 75% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 42% DE state average).
What is the graduation rate of Newark Charter School?
The graduation rate of Newark Charter School is 95%, which is higher than the Delaware state average of 80%.
How many students attend Newark Charter School?
2,458 students attend Newark Charter School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
59% of Newark Charter School students are White, 16% of students are Asian, 12% of students are Black, 7% of students are Hispanic, and 6% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Newark Charter School?
Newark Charter School has a student ration of 17:1, which is higher than the Delaware state average of 14:1.
What grades does Newark Charter School offer ?
Newark Charter School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-12
What school district is Newark Charter School part of?
Newark Charter School is part of Newark Charter School District.
School Reviews
5 5/23/2022
The school is dedicated to meeting the needs of your child as long as you work along with them. My oldest graduated and is on his way to college this summer. My youngest is completing his sophomore year and thriving. I will always appreciate their extraordinary efforts at this school.
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