Charles R Smith Early Chilhood Center serves 277 students in grades Prekindergarten-Kindergarten.
The student-teacher ratio of 7:1 is lower than the New Jersey state level of 11:1.
Minority enrollment is 92% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the New Jersey state average of 63% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-Kindergarten
- Enrollment: 277 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 7:1
- Minority Enrollment: 92%
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NJ Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Charles R Smith Early Chilhood Center ranks among the top 20% of public schools in New Jersey for:
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School Overview
Charles R Smith Early Chilhood Center's student population of 277 students has grown by 79% over five school years.
The teacher population of 41 teachers has grown by 57% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-Kindergarten
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
277 students
Total Classroom Teachers
41 teachers
Year Founded
1905
Colors
Blue and Gold
School Rankings
The diversity score of Charles R Smith Early Chilhood Center is 0.47, 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.
Student-Teacher Ratio
7:1
11:1
Asian
20%
11%
Hispanic
70%
35%
Black
1%
14%
White
8%
37%
Two or more races
1%
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)21.7%
16.7%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
59%
38%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
3%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NJ Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
How many students attend Charles R Smith Early Chilhood Center?
277 students attend Charles R Smith Early Chilhood Center.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
70% of Charles R Smith Early Chilhood Center students are Hispanic, 20% of students are Asian, 8% of students are White, 1% of students are Black, and 1% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Charles R Smith Early Chilhood Center?
Charles R Smith Early Chilhood Center has a student ration of 7:1, which is lower than the New Jersey state average of 11:1.
What grades does Charles R Smith Early Chilhood Center offer ?
Charles R Smith Early Chilhood Center offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-Kindergarten (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Charles R Smith Early Chilhood Center part of?
Charles R Smith Early Chilhood Center is part of Palisades Park School District.
In what neighborhood is Charles R Smith Early Chilhood Center located?
Charles R Smith Early Chilhood Center is located in the Koreatown neighborhood of Palisades Park, NJ. There are 1 other public schools located in Koreatown.
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