Serving 679 students in grades Prekindergarten-8, University Heights 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 was 7% (which was lower than the New Jersey state average of 36%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts was 19% (which was lower than the New Jersey state average of 49%).
The student:teacher ratio of 12:1 was higher than the New Jersey state level of 11:1.
School Overview
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-8
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
679 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
57 teachers
School Rankings
Overall Testing Rank
#2062 out of 2201 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
7%
36%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
19%
49%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
≤5%
23%
Student : Teacher Ratio
12:1
11:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
n/a
10%
Hispanic
17%
34%
Black
83%
15%
White
n/a
38%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
n/a
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
70%
32%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
9%
6%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
University Heights Charter School District
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NJ Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is University Heights Charter School's ranking?
University Heights Charter School is ranked #2062 out of 2,201 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?
7% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 36% NJ state average), while 19% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 49% NJ state average).
How many students attend University Heights Charter School?
679 students attend University Heights Charter School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
83% of University Heights Charter School students are Black, and 17% of students are Hispanic.
What is the student:teacher ratio of University Heights Charter School?
University Heights Charter School has a student ration of 12:1, which is higher than the New Jersey state average of 11:1.
What grades does University Heights Charter School offer ?
University Heights Charter School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-8 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is University Heights Charter School part of?
University Heights Charter School is part of University Heights Charter School District.
In what neighborhood is University Heights Charter School located?
University Heights Charter School is located in the University Heights neighborhood of Newark, NJ. There are 3 other public schools located in University Heights.
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