Serving 6,319 students in grades Kindergarten-12, Team 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 20% (which is lower than the New Jersey state average of 38%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 34% (which is lower than the New Jersey state average of 49%).
The student-teacher ratio of 24:1 is higher than the New Jersey state level of 11:1.
Quick Facts (2025-26)
- School Type: Charter School
- Grades: Kindergarten-12
- Enrollment: 6,319 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 24:1
- Graduation Rate: 94% (Top 50% in NJ)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: 20% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 34% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 7% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NJ Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Team Academy Charter School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in New Jersey for:
Category
Attribute
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
School Overview
Team Academy Charter School's student population of 6,319 students has grown by 44% over five school years.
The teacher population of 267 teachers has grown by 58% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-12
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
6,319 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
267 teachers
Campus Size
50 acres
School Rankings
Team 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 Team Academy Charter School is 0.38, 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
#1732 out of 2184 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
20%
38%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
34%
49%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
7%
23%
Student-Teacher Ratio
24:1
11:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
n/a
11%
Hispanic
17%
34%
Black
77%
14%
White
n/a
38%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
6%
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
94%
85%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
76%
32%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
14%
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 Team Academy Charter School's ranking?
Team Academy Charter School is ranked #1732 out of 2,184 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in New Jersey.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
20% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 38% NJ state average), while 34% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 49% NJ state average).
What is the graduation rate of Team Academy Charter School?
The graduation rate of Team Academy Charter School is 94%, which is higher than the New Jersey state average of 85%.
How many students attend Team Academy Charter School?
6,319 students attend Team Academy Charter School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
77% of Team Academy Charter School students are Black, 17% of students are Hispanic, and 6% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Team Academy Charter School?
Team Academy Charter School has a student ration of 24:1, which is higher than the New Jersey state average of 11:1.
What grades does Team Academy Charter School offer ?
Team Academy Charter School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-12 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Team Academy Charter School part of?
Team Academy Charter School is part of Team Academy Charter School District.
In what neighborhood is Team Academy Charter School located?
Team Academy 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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