Serving 1,556 students in grades Kindergarten-12, Beloved Community Charter School ranks in the top 50% of all schools in New Jersey for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 39% (which is higher than the New Jersey state average of 36%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 58% (which is higher 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.
Minority enrollment is 80% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Black), which is higher than the New Jersey state average of 62% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Quick Stats (2025)
- School Type: Charter School
- Grades: Kindergarten-12
- Enrollment: 1,556 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 20:1
- Minority Enrollment: 80%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in NJ
- Math Proficiency: 39% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 58% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 19% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NJ Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Beloved Community Charter School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in New Jersey for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
School Overview
Beloved Community Charter School's student population of 1,556 students has grown by 44% over five school years.
The teacher population of 77 teachers has grown by 14% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-12
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
1,556 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
77 teachers
School Rankings
Beloved Community Charter School ranks within the top 50% of all 2,201 schools in New Jersey (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Beloved Community Charter School is 0.76, which is more 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
#871 out of 2201 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
39%
36%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
58%
49%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
19%
23%
Student : Teacher Ratio
20:1
11:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
16%
10%
Hispanic
32%
34%
Black
27%
15%
White
20%
38%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
5%
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
71%
32%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
5%
6%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NJ Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Beloved Community Charter School's ranking?
Beloved Community Charter School is ranked #871 out of 2,201 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in New Jersey.
What schools are Beloved Community Charter School often compared to?
Beloved Community Charter Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Empowerment Academy Charter School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
39% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 36% NJ state average), while 58% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 49% NJ state average).
How many students attend Beloved Community Charter School?
1,556 students attend Beloved Community Charter School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
32% of Beloved Community Charter School students are Hispanic, 27% of students are Black, 20% of students are White, 16% of students are Asian, and 5% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Beloved Community Charter School?
Beloved Community Charter School has a student ration of 20:1, which is higher than the New Jersey state average of 11:1.
What grades does Beloved Community Charter School offer ?
Beloved Community Charter School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-12 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Beloved Community Charter School part of?
Beloved Community Charter School is part of Beloved Community Charter School District.
In what neighborhood is Beloved Community Charter School located?
Beloved Community Charter School is located in the Bergen Lafayette neighborhood of Jersey City, NJ. There are 6 other public schools located in Bergen Lafayette.
School Reviews
1 3/30/2020
This school is not good. The students have no recess, no time to stretch and only 25 minutes lunch time. Their lines are always long so it's always a rush for them to get to their cafeteria. I fear the students will get scoliosis because the seats are connected to the desks, so when the students want to move up to the desks, they have to bend their backs.
5 4/14/2016
Beloved Community Charter School offers a very rigorous and challenging curriculum. It requires parent involvement and committment, which serves as an advantage for your child(ren) and allows them to succeed academically. My two children placed in this wonderful school and although it is a fast paced academic curriculum, I enjoy it because my kids are challenged to their fullest potential.
2 11/16/2015
They do not practice a 'well rounded' child curriculum. The focus is all on test scores. Kids spend 98% of their day with their noses in the books...no time for activities or just to de-stress.
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