Serving 2,247 students in grades Kindergarten-12, Kipp Cooper Norcross A New Jersey Nonprofit Corporation 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 10% (which is lower than the New Jersey state average of 36%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 15% (which is lower than the New Jersey state average of 49%).
The student:teacher ratio of 17:1 is higher than the New Jersey state level of 11:1.
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: Kindergarten-12
- Enrollment: 2,247 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 17:1
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in NJ
- Math Proficiency: 10% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 15% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 3% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NJ Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Kipp Cooper Norcross A New Jersey Nonprofit Corporation ranks among the top 20% of public schools in New Jersey for:
Category
Attribute
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
School Overview
Kipp Cooper Norcross A New Jersey Nonprofit Corporation's student population of 2,247 students has grown by 64% over five school years.
The teacher population of 130 teachers has grown by 80% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-12
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
2,247 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
130 teachers
School Rankings
Kipp Cooper Norcross A New Jersey Nonprofit Corporation 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 Kipp Cooper Norcross A New Jersey Nonprofit Corporation is 0.54, 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
#2050 out of 2201 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
10%
36%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
15%
49%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
3%
23%
Student : Teacher Ratio
17:1
11:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
n/a
10%
Hispanic
43%
34%
Black
53%
15%
White
n/a
38%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
4%
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
92%
32%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
6%
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 Kipp Cooper Norcross A New Jersey Nonprofit Corporation's ranking?
Kipp Cooper Norcross A New Jersey Nonprofit Corporation is ranked #2050 out of 2,201 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in New Jersey.
What schools are Kipp Cooper Norcross A New Jersey Nonprofit Corporation often compared to?
Kipp Cooper Norcross A New Jersey Nonprofit Corporationis often viewed alongside schools like North Star Academy Charter School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
10% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 36% NJ state average), while 15% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 49% NJ state average).
How many students attend Kipp Cooper Norcross A New Jersey Nonprofit Corporation?
2,247 students attend Kipp Cooper Norcross A New Jersey Nonprofit Corporation.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
53% of Kipp Cooper Norcross A New Jersey Nonprofit Corporation students are Black, 43% of students are Hispanic, and 4% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Kipp Cooper Norcross A New Jersey Nonprofit Corporation?
Kipp Cooper Norcross A New Jersey Nonprofit Corporation has a student ration of 17:1, which is higher than the New Jersey state average of 11:1.
What grades does Kipp Cooper Norcross A New Jersey Nonprofit Corporation offer ?
Kipp Cooper Norcross A New Jersey Nonprofit Corporation offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-12 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Kipp Cooper Norcross A New Jersey Nonprofit Corporation part of?
Kipp Cooper Norcross A New Jersey Nonprofit Corporation is part of KIPP: Cooper Norcross A New Jersey Nonprofit Corporation School District.
In what neighborhood is Kipp Cooper Norcross A New Jersey Nonprofit Corporation located?
Kipp Cooper Norcross A New Jersey Nonprofit Corporation is located in the Central Ward neighborhood of Newark, NJ. There are 6 other public schools located in Central Ward.
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