Serving 586 students in grades Kindergarten-8, Philip's Academy Charter School Of Paterson 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 20% (which is lower than the New Jersey state average of 38%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 22% (which is lower than the New Jersey state average of 49%).
The student-teacher ratio of 13:1 is higher than the New Jersey state level of 11:1.
Minority enrollment is 99% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the New Jersey state average of 62% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2025)
- School Type: Charter School
- Grades: Kindergarten-8
- Enrollment: 586 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 13:1
- Minority Enrollment: 99%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in NJ
- Math Proficiency: 20% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 22% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: ≤10% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NJ Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Philip's Academy Charter School Of Paterson ranks among the top 20% of public schools in New Jersey for:
Category
Attribute
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
School Overview
Philip's Academy Charter School Of Paterson's student population of 586 students has grown by 172% over five school years.
The teacher population of 45 teachers has grown by 136% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-8
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
586 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
45 teachers
School Rankings
Philip's Academy Charter School Of Paterson 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 Philip's Academy Charter School Of Paterson is 0.39, 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
#1860 out of 2184 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
20%
38%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
22%
49%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
≤10%
23%
Student-Teacher Ratio
13:1
11:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
1%
10%
Hispanic
75%
34%
Black
22%
15%
White
1%
38%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
1%
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
65%
32%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
12%
6%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NJ Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Philip's Academy Charter School Of Paterson's ranking?
Philip's Academy Charter School Of Paterson is ranked #1860 out of 2,184 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in New Jersey.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
20% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 38% NJ state average), while 22% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 49% NJ state average).
How many students attend Philip's Academy Charter School Of Paterson?
586 students attend Philip's Academy Charter School Of Paterson.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
75% of Philip's Academy Charter School Of Paterson students are Hispanic, 22% of students are Black, 1% of students are Asian, 1% of students are White, and 1% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Philip's Academy Charter School Of Paterson?
Philip's Academy Charter School Of Paterson has a student ration of 13:1, which is higher than the New Jersey state average of 11:1.
What grades does Philip's Academy Charter School Of Paterson offer ?
Philip's Academy Charter School Of Paterson offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-8 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Philip's Academy Charter School Of Paterson part of?
Philip's Academy Charter School Of Paterson is part of Philip's Academy Charter School Of Paterson School District.
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