For the 2026 school year, there is 1 public charter school serving 1,708 students in 07503, NJ.
The top-ranked public charter school in 07503, NJ is Paterson Charter School For Science And Technology. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public charter school in zipcode 07503 have an average math proficiency score of 14% (versus the New Jersey public charter school average of 29%), and reading proficiency score of 28% (versus the 45% statewide average). Charter schools in 07503, NJ have an average ranking of 2/10, which is in the bottom 50% of New Jersey public charter schools.
Minority enrollment is 93% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the New Jersey public charter school average of 94% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Best 07503, NJ Public Charter Schools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Paterson Charter School For Science And Technology
Charter School
(Math: 14% | Reading: 28%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
196 West Railway Avenue
Paterson, NJ 07503
(973) 247-0600
Paterson, NJ 07503
(973) 247-0600
Gr: K-12 | 1,708 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 93%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public charter schools in 07503, NJ?
The top-ranked public charter schools in 07503, NJ include Paterson Charter School For Science And Technology.
How many public charter schools are located in 07503?
1 public charter schools are located in 07503.
What is the racial composition of students in 07503?
07503 public charter schools minority enrollment is 93% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the New Jersey public charter schools average of 94% (majority Hispanic and Black).
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