Serving 306 students in grades Kindergarten-8, Englewood On The Palisades 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 27% (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 12:1 is higher than the New Jersey state level of 11:1.
Minority enrollment is 97% of the student body (majority 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-8
- Enrollment: 306 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 12:1
- Minority Enrollment: 97%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in NJ
- Math Proficiency: 27% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 57% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 20-24% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NJ Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Englewood On The Palisades Charter School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in New Jersey for:
Category
Attribute
Most improved public schools
School Overview
Englewood On The Palisades Charter School's student population of 306 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 26 teachers has grown by 8% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-8
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
306 students
Total Classroom Teachers
26 teachers
Year Founded
1998
Colors
Blue and Gold
School Calendar
School Rankings
Englewood On The Palisades 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 Englewood On The Palisades 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
#1126 out of 2184 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
27%
38%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
57%
49%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
20-24%
23%
Student-Teacher Ratio
12:1
11:1
American Indian
1%
n/a
Asian
7%
11%
Hispanic
52%
35%
Black
32%
14%
White
3%
37%
Two or more races
5%
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)19%
16.7%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
38%
38%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
9%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NJ Dept. of Education
School Notes
- School Mascot: Cougar
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Englewood On The Palisades Charter School's ranking?
Englewood On The Palisades Charter School is ranked #1126 out of 2,184 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in New Jersey.
What schools are Englewood On The Palisades Charter School often compared to?
Englewood On The Palisades Charter Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Teaneck Community Charter School, Donald A. Quarles Early Childhood Center by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
27% 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).
How many students attend Englewood On The Palisades Charter School?
306 students attend Englewood On The Palisades Charter School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
52% of Englewood On The Palisades Charter School students are Hispanic, 32% of students are Black, 7% of students are Asian, 5% of students are Two or more races, 3% of students are White, and 1% of students are American Indian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Englewood On The Palisades Charter School?
Englewood On The Palisades Charter School has a student ration of 12:1, which is higher than the New Jersey state average of 11:1.
What grades does Englewood On The Palisades Charter School offer ?
Englewood On The Palisades Charter School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-8 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Englewood On The Palisades Charter School part of?
Englewood On The Palisades Charter School is part of Englewood On The Palisades Charter School District.
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