Serving 344 students in grades Kindergarten-8, The Gray Charter School ranks in the top 10% of all schools in New Jersey for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 20%, and reading proficiency is top 20%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 60-64% (which is higher than the New Jersey state average of 36%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 85-89% (which is higher than the New Jersey state average of 49%).
The student:teacher ratio of 19:1 is higher than the New Jersey state level of 11:1.
Minority enrollment is 99% of the student body (majority 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: Kindergarten-8
- Enrollment: 344 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 19:1
- Minority Enrollment: 99%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 10% in NJ
- Math Proficiency: 60-64% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 85-89% (Top 5%)
- Science Proficiency: 30-39% (Top 30%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NJ Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
The Gray Charter School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in New Jersey for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
School Overview
The Gray Charter School's student population of 344 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 18 teachers has declined by 10% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-8
Total Students
344 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
18 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
The Gray Charter School ranks within the top 10% of all 2,201 schools in New Jersey (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of The Gray Charter School is 0.49, 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
#183 out of 2201 schools
(Top 10%)
(Top 10%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
60-64%
36%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
85-89%
49%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
30-39%
23%
Student : Teacher Ratio
19:1
11:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
2%
10%
Hispanic
63%
33%
Black
34%
15%
White
1%
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
10%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NJ Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is The Gray Charter School's ranking?
The Gray Charter School is ranked #183 out of 2,201 schools, which ranks it among the top 10% of public schools in New Jersey.
What schools are The Gray Charter School often compared to?
The Gray Charter Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Robert Treat Academy Charter School, North Star Academy Charter School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
60-64% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 36% NJ state average), while 85-89% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 49% NJ state average).
How many students attend The Gray Charter School?
344 students attend The Gray Charter School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
63% of The Gray Charter School students are Hispanic, 34% of students are Black, 2% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are White.
What is the student:teacher ratio of The Gray Charter School?
The Gray Charter School has a student ration of 19:1, which is higher than the New Jersey state average of 11:1.
What grades does The Gray Charter School offer ?
The Gray Charter School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-8
What school district is The Gray Charter School part of?
The Gray Charter School is part of Gray Charter School District.
In what neighborhood is The Gray Charter School located?
The Gray Charter School is located in the Central Ward neighborhood of Newark, NJ. There are 6 other public schools located in Central Ward.
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