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Discovery Charter School

240 Halsey St, Newark, NJ 07102, United States
+1 (973) 623-0222
http://www.discoverycs.org
4.0
Overall Rating

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Discovery Charter School Overview

About This School

Discovery Charter School is a charter school middle in Newark, New Jersey, serving 99 students in grades Grade 4-8. Academic results show that students demonstrate proficiency levels of 57% in ELA and 22% in math. The school maintains a 15:1 student-teacher ratio with 6 teachers on staff, while the average teacher salary is $28,538. The student body is composed of 49% male and 51% female students. Regarding ethnicity, the population is 82% Black and 17% Hispanic.

99
Total Students
Grade 4-8
15:1
Student-Teacher Ratio
6 full-time teachers

Academic Performance

Percentage of students who met or exceeded state standards

English Language Arts57%
Mathematics22%
Science0%

School Information

School Type
charter school
Grade Levels
Grade 4-8
County
Essex County
Students per Counselor
495:1

Discovery Charter School Academics & Test Scores

Test Scores

State assessment results showing percentage of students proficient or above

57%
English Language Arts
City Avg: 31%State Avg: 50%
22%
Mathematics
City Avg: 17%State Avg: 38%
N/A
Science

Class Information

15:1
Student-Teacher Ratio
City Avg: 15.3:1
State Avg: 11.2:1
495
Students per Counselor

Discovery Charter School Teachers & Staff

Teaching Staff

Total Full-Time Teachers
6

Average Teacher Salary

$28,538
City Avg: $76,011
State Avg: $83,715

Based on state average salaries for full-time teachers

Support Staff

Student-Teacher Ratio15:1
Students per Counselor495:1

Discovery Charter School Student Demographics

Student Body

49.49%
Male
50.51%
Female
Total Enrollment: 99 students

Racial & Ethnic Diversity

White0%
Hispanic17.17%
Asian0%
Black81.82%
Two or More Races0%
Native American0%

Discovery Charter School Reviews

Frequently Asked Questions About Discovery Charter School

Q: What is Discovery Charter School?

A: Discovery Charter School is a middle charter school located in Newark.

Q: How many students attend Discovery Charter School?

A: Discovery Charter School has approximately 99 students enrolled.

Q: What is the student-teacher ratio at Discovery Charter School?

A: The student-teacher ratio at Discovery Charter School is 15:1.

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Detailed Information about Discovery Charter School

Discovery Charter School is a charter school middle in Newark, New Jersey, serving 99 students in grades Grade 4-8. Academic results show that students demonstrate proficiency levels of 57% in ELA and 22% in math. The school maintains a 15:1 student-teacher ratio with 6 teachers on staff, while the average teacher salary is $28,538. The student body is composed of 49% male and 51% female students. Regarding ethnicity, the population is 82% Black and 17% Hispanic.

Data sourced from NCES, CCD, and state education agencies. Last verified: . See methodology →
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About Discovery Charter School - Newark, NJ

Quick Facts about Discovery Charter School
School NameDiscovery Charter School
School Typecharter school
Grade LevelsGrade 4-8
Location240 Halsey St, Newark, NJ 07102, Newark, NJ
CountyEssex County
Phone+1 (973) 623-0222
Total Students99
Student-Teacher Ratio15:1
Full-Time Teachers6
Rating4/10
ELA Proficiency57%
Math Proficiency22%
Science Proficiency%

Frequently Asked Questions about Discovery Charter School

What is Discovery Charter School?

Discovery Charter School is a middle charter school located in Newark.

How many students attend Discovery Charter School?

Discovery Charter School has approximately 99 students enrolled.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Discovery Charter School?

The student-teacher ratio at Discovery Charter School is 15:1.

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