Serving 673 students in grades Prekindergarten-8, Philip's Academy 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 34% (which is lower than the New Jersey state average of 38%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 41% (which is lower than the New Jersey state average of 49%).
The student-teacher ratio of 22:1 is higher than the New Jersey state level of 11:1.
Quick Facts (2025)
- School Type: Charter School
- Grades: Prekindergarten-8
- Enrollment: 673 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 22:1
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in NJ
- Math Proficiency: 34% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 41% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 10-14% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NJ Dept. of Education
School Overview
Philip's Academy Charter School's student population of 673 students has grown by 37% over five school years.
The teacher population of 30 teachers has declined by 18% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-8
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
673 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
30 teachers
Year Founded
1988
School Calendar
School Rankings
Philip's Academy Charter School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 2,184 schools in New Jersey (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Philip's Academy Charter School is 0.22, 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
#1374 out of 2184 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
34%
38%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
41%
49%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
10-14%
23%
Student-Teacher Ratio
22:1
11:1
American Indian
1%
n/a
Asian
1%
10%
Hispanic
10%
34%
Black
88%
15%
White
n/a
38%
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
52%
32%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
16%
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 Philip's Academy Charter School's ranking?
Philip's Academy Charter School is ranked #1374 out of 2,184 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in New Jersey.
What schools are Philip's Academy Charter School often compared to?
Philip's Academy Charter Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like North Star Academy Charter School, The Gray Charter School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
34% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 38% NJ state average), while 41% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 49% NJ state average).
How many students attend Philip's Academy Charter School?
673 students attend Philip's Academy Charter School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
88% of Philip's Academy Charter School students are Black, 10% of students are Hispanic, 1% of students are American Indian, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Philip's Academy Charter School?
Philip's Academy Charter School has a student ration of 22:1, which is higher than the New Jersey state average of 11:1.
What grades does Philip's Academy Charter School offer ?
Philip's Academy Charter School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-8 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Philip's Academy Charter School part of?
Philip's Academy Charter School is part of Phillip's Academy Charter School District.
In what neighborhood is Philip's Academy Charter School located?
Philip's Academy Charter School is located in the University Heights neighborhood of Newark, NJ. There are 3 other public schools located in University Heights.
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