Serving 1,272 students in grades Kindergarten-10, Empowerment 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 25% (which is lower than the New Jersey state average of 38%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 44% (which is lower than the New Jersey state average of 49%).
The student-teacher ratio of 12:1 is higher than the New Jersey state level of 11:1.
Minority enrollment is 86% of the student body (majority Black and Hispanic), which is higher than the New Jersey state average of 63% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Quick Facts (2026)
- School Type: Charter School
- Grades: Kindergarten-10
- Enrollment: 1,272 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 12:1
- Minority Enrollment: 86%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in NJ
- Math Proficiency: 25% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 44% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 15-19% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NJ Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Empowerment Academy Charter School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in New Jersey for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
School Overview
Empowerment Academy Charter School's student population of 1,272 students has grown by 51% over five school years.
The teacher population of 105 teachers has grown by 64% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-10
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
1,272 students
Total Classroom Teachers
105 teachers
School Rankings
Empowerment 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 Empowerment Academy Charter School is 0.74, which is more 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
#1470 out of 2184 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
25%
38%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
44%
49%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
15-19%
23%
Student-Teacher Ratio
12:1
11:1
American Indian
1%
n/a
Asian
19%
11%
Hispanic
24%
35%
Black
39%
14%
White
14%
37%
Two or more races
3%
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)15.1%
16.7%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
51%
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
What is Empowerment Academy Charter School's ranking?
Empowerment Academy Charter School is ranked #1470 out of 2,184 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in New Jersey.
What schools are Empowerment Academy Charter School often compared to?
Empowerment Academy Charter Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Beloved Community Charter School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
25% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 38% NJ state average), while 44% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 49% NJ state average).
How many students attend Empowerment Academy Charter School?
1,272 students attend Empowerment Academy Charter School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
39% of Empowerment Academy Charter School students are Black, 24% of students are Hispanic, 19% of students are Asian, 14% of students are White, 3% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are American Indian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Empowerment Academy Charter School?
Empowerment Academy Charter School has a student ration of 12:1, which is higher than the New Jersey state average of 11:1.
What grades does Empowerment Academy Charter School offer ?
Empowerment Academy Charter School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-10 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Empowerment Academy Charter School part of?
Empowerment Academy Charter School is part of Empowerment Academy Charter School District.
In what neighborhood is Empowerment Academy Charter School located?
Empowerment Academy Charter School is located in the West Side neighborhood of Jersey City, NJ. There are 6 other public schools located in West Side.
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