Serving 340 students in grades 9-12, Peoples Preparatory 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 6-9% (which is lower than the New Jersey state average of 36%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 40-44% (which is lower than the New Jersey state average of 49%).
The student:teacher ratio of 20:1 is higher than the New Jersey state level of 11:1.
Quick Stats (2024-25)
- School Type: Charter School
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 340 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 20:1
- Graduation Rate: 75-79% (Btm 50% in NJ)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: 6-9% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 40-44% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: ≤5% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NJ Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Peoples Preparatory Charter School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in New Jersey for:
Category
Attribute
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
School Overview
Peoples Preparatory Charter School's student population of 340 students has declined by 11% over five school years.
The teacher population of 17 teachers has declined by 29% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
Total Students
340 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
17 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Peoples Preparatory 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 Peoples Preparatory Charter School is 0.34, 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
#1720 out of 2201 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
6-9%
36%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-44%
49%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
≤5%
23%
Student : Teacher Ratio
20:1
11:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
n/a
10%
Hispanic
19%
33%
Black
79%
15%
White
n/a
39%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
2%
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
75-79%
85%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
62%
31%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
2%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NJ Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Peoples Preparatory Charter School's ranking?
Peoples Preparatory Charter School is ranked #1720 out of 2,201 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in New Jersey.
What schools are Peoples Preparatory Charter School often compared to?
Peoples Preparatory Charter Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Bard Early College High School, Team Academy Charter School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
6-9% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 36% NJ state average), while 40-44% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 49% NJ state average).
What is the graduation rate of Peoples Preparatory Charter School?
The graduation rate of Peoples Preparatory Charter School is 75-79%, which is lower than the New Jersey state average of 85%.
How many students attend Peoples Preparatory Charter School?
340 students attend Peoples Preparatory Charter School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
79% of Peoples Preparatory Charter School students are Black, 19% of students are Hispanic, and 2% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Peoples Preparatory Charter School?
Peoples Preparatory Charter School has a student ration of 20:1, which is higher than the New Jersey state average of 11:1.
What grades does Peoples Preparatory Charter School offer ?
Peoples Preparatory Charter School offers enrollment in grades 9-12
What school district is Peoples Preparatory Charter School part of?
Peoples Preparatory Charter School is part of Peoples Preparatory Charter School District.
In what neighborhood is Peoples Preparatory Charter School located?
Peoples Preparatory Charter School is located in the West Side neighborhood of Newark, NJ. There are 7 other public schools located in West Side.
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