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University Academy Charter High School

275 West Side Avenue, Jersey City, NJ 07305, United States
+1 (201) 200-3200
http://www.uachs.org
1.5
Overall Rating

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University Academy Charter High School Overview

About This School

University Academy Charter High School is a charter school high in Jersey City, New Jersey, serving 429 students in grades Grade 9-12. Academic results show that students demonstrate 22% proficiency in ELA and 8% proficiency in math. The school maintains a 10:1 student-teacher ratio with 40 teachers earning an average salary of $87,028. Support services include a ratio of 214 students per counselor. Students at the school are 53% female and 47% male. The demographic breakdown consists of 60% Black, 29% Hispanic, 7% Asian, and 3% White students.

429
Total Students
Grade 9-12
10:1
Student-Teacher Ratio
40 full-time teachers

Academic Performance

Percentage of students who met or exceeded state standards

English Language Arts22%
Mathematics7.5%
Science0%

School Information

School Type
charter school
Grade Levels
Grade 9-12
County
Hudson County
Students per Counselor
214:1

University Academy Charter High School Academics & Test Scores

Test Scores

State assessment results showing percentage of students proficient or above

22%
English Language Arts
City Avg: 46%State Avg: 50%
7.5%
Mathematics
City Avg: 28%State Avg: 38%
N/A
Science

Class Information

10:1
Student-Teacher Ratio
City Avg: 12.9:1
State Avg: 11.2:1
214
Students per Counselor

University Academy Charter High School Teachers & Staff

Teaching Staff

Total Full-Time Teachers
40

Average Teacher Salary

$87,028
City Avg: $87,835
State Avg: $83,715

Based on state average salaries for full-time teachers

Support Staff

Student-Teacher Ratio10:1
Students per Counselor214:1

University Academy Charter High School Student Demographics

Student Body

46.85%
Male
53.15%
Female
Total Enrollment: 429 students

Racial & Ethnic Diversity

White3.03%
Hispanic29.14%
Asian7.46%
Black60.37%
Two or More Races0%
Native American0%

University Academy Charter High School Reviews

Frequently Asked Questions About University Academy Charter High School

Q: What is University Academy Charter High School?

A: University Academy Charter High School is a high charter school located in Jersey City.

Q: How many students attend University Academy Charter High School?

A: University Academy Charter High School has approximately 429 students enrolled.

Q: What is the student-teacher ratio at University Academy Charter High School?

A: The student-teacher ratio at University Academy Charter High School is 10:1.

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Detailed Information about University Academy Charter High School

University Academy Charter High School is a charter school high in Jersey City, New Jersey, serving 429 students in grades Grade 9-12. Academic results show that students demonstrate 22% proficiency in ELA and 8% proficiency in math. The school maintains a 10:1 student-teacher ratio with 40 teachers earning an average salary of $87,028. Support services include a ratio of 214 students per counselor. Students at the school are 53% female and 47% male. The demographic breakdown consists of 60% Black, 29% Hispanic, 7% Asian, and 3% White students.

Data sourced from NCES, CCD, and state education agencies. Last verified: . See methodology →
Schoolary Research Team
Verified with NCES & state education agency data

About University Academy Charter High School - Jersey City, NJ

Quick Facts about University Academy Charter High School
School NameUniversity Academy Charter High School
School Typecharter school
Grade LevelsGrade 9-12
Location275 West Side Avenue, Jersey City, NJ 07305, Jersey City, NJ
CountyHudson County
Phone+1 (201) 200-3200
Total Students429
Student-Teacher Ratio10:1
Full-Time Teachers40
Rating1.5/10
ELA Proficiency22%
Math Proficiency7.5%
Science Proficiency%

Frequently Asked Questions about University Academy Charter High School

What is University Academy Charter High School?

University Academy Charter High School is a high charter school located in Jersey City.

How many students attend University Academy Charter High School?

University Academy Charter High School has approximately 429 students enrolled.

What is the student-teacher ratio at University Academy Charter High School?

The student-teacher ratio at University Academy Charter High School is 10:1.

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