Serving 1,276 students in grades Kindergarten-12, Bergen Arts And Sciences Charter School ranks in the top 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 36% (which is lower than the New Jersey state average of 38%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 57% (which is higher than the New Jersey state average of 49%).
The student-teacher ratio of 14:1 is higher than the New Jersey state level of 11:1.
Minority enrollment is 72% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the New Jersey state average of 63% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- School Type: Charter School
- Grades: Kindergarten-12
- Enrollment: 1,276 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 72%
- Graduation Rate: ≥95% (Top 20% in NJ)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50%
- Math Proficiency: 36% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 57% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 22% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NJ Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Bergen Arts And Sciences Charter School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in New Jersey for:
Category
Attribute
Graduation Rate
School Overview
Bergen Arts And Sciences Charter School's student population of 1,276 students has grown by 6% over five school years.
The teacher population of 89 teachers has grown by 15% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-12
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
1,276 students
Total Classroom Teachers
89 teachers
Colors
Blue and Gold
School Calendar
School Rankings
Bergen Arts And Sciences Charter School ranks within the top 50% of all 2,184 schools in New Jersey (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Bergen Arts And Sciences Charter School is 0.63, 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
#981 out of 2184 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
36%
38%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
57%
49%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
22%
23%
Student-Teacher Ratio
14:1
11:1
Asian
8%
11%
Hispanic
53%
35%
Black
10%
14%
White
28%
37%
Two or more races
1%
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
≥95%
85%
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)9.4%
16.7%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
49%
38%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
13%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NJ Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Bergen Arts And Sciences Charter School's ranking?
Bergen Arts And Sciences Charter School is ranked #981 out of 2,184 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in New Jersey.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
36% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 38% NJ state average), while 57% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 49% NJ state average).
What is the graduation rate of Bergen Arts And Sciences Charter School?
The graduation rate of Bergen Arts And Sciences Charter School is 95%, which is higher than the New Jersey state average of 85%.
How many students attend Bergen Arts And Sciences Charter School?
1,276 students attend Bergen Arts And Sciences Charter School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
53% of Bergen Arts And Sciences Charter School students are Hispanic, 28% of students are White, 10% of students are Black, 8% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Bergen Arts And Sciences Charter School?
Bergen Arts And Sciences Charter School has a student ration of 14:1, which is higher than the New Jersey state average of 11:1.
What grades does Bergen Arts And Sciences Charter School offer ?
Bergen Arts And Sciences Charter School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-12 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Bergen Arts And Sciences Charter School part of?
Bergen Arts And Sciences Charter School is part of Bergen Arts And Science Charter School District.
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