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East Orange Community Charter School

Elementary School · East Orange Community Charter School

99 WASHINGTON STREET, East Orange, NJ 07017

Charter

Enrollment

431

Student-Teacher

30.8:1

Score

5.9

Grades

Kindergarten – 4th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

New Jersey schools

#1,525 of 2,466

In East Orange

#13 of 22

public schools

Academic growth

7.9 / 10

Very Good

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East Orange Community Charter School

5.9/10

Elementary School in East Orange · grades Kindergarten – 4th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.

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About East Orange Community Charter School

East Orange Community Charter School is a public elementary school in East Orange, NJ, part of East Orange Community Charter School. East Orange Community Charter School serves approximately 431 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-4th, and has a 30.8:1 student-teacher ratio. East Orange Community Charter School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.9 out of 10 and ranks #1,525 of 2,466 schools in NJ.

Structured state assessment records for East Orange Community Charter School show 32% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 40% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).

How it compares0.6 pts below NJ schools
  • This school 5.9 · Average
  • NJ avg 6.5

What Parents Should Know

East Orange Community Charter School runs 30.8:1 students to teachers, above the national average. That often means bigger classes. Ask how the school supports kids who need extra help, and whether there are teaching assistants or small-group time.

East Orange Community Charter School is a charter school: publicly funded, but run with more independence than a traditional district school. Many charters are built around a specific model or focus, so it's worth understanding this one's mission, how enrollment works, and how it differs from the district schools nearby.

Score Breakdown

Full Profile · 3/3 metrics
Student Progress7.9Very Good50%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data16
Annual Change+3.25 pts/yr
Data Period2009–2025
TrendImproving
Academics5.9Average30%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency26.4% (2025 NJSLA)
Reading/ELA Proficiency36.6% (2025 NJSLA)
Math vs. State Avg-21.5 pts
Reading vs. State Avg-7.3 pts
Overall Proficiency31% (2025 NJSLA, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)25% (model expectation from 2025 NJSLA)
vs. Expected+6.7 pts
Adjusted Percentile42th
Resources & Environment1.1Needs Improvement20%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio30.8:1
Per-Pupil Spending$21,290
Chronic Absenteeism23.2%

East Orange Community Charter School — Students at East Orange Community Charter School score 31% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 25%).

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Equity & Diversity

Shown separately, not included in overall score

Free/Reduced Lunch

76.8%

Students qualifying for federal meal assistance

Test Scores NJ NJSLA (2024-25)

Math Proficiency 32.0% (multi-year average, 2009-2025)
School
State
47.5% (multi-year state average, 2024-2025)
ELA Proficiency 40.0% (multi-year average, 2009-2025)
School
State
48.4% (multi-year state average, 2024-2025)

Based on 36 test records from NJ state assessments. About our data

Proficiency Trend

→ Stable

Average proficiency (% at or above grade level) across Math & ELA over time.

2009
Math
47%
ELA
27%
2010
Math
62%
ELA
47%
2011
Math
62%
ELA
47%
2012
Math
52%
ELA
47%
2013
Math
62%
ELA
52%
2014
Math
32%
ELA
42%
2015
Math
32%
ELA
37%
2016
Math
27%
ELA
37%
2017
Math
27%
ELA
47%
2018
Math
27%
ELA
47%
2019
Math
27%
ELA
47%
2020*
Math
2.5%
ELA
32%
2021*
Math
2.5%
ELA
32%
2022
Math
17%
ELA
37%
2024
Math
21.8%
ELA
34.7%
2025
Math
26.4%
ELA
36.6%

* COVID-affected year — test participation was uneven nationwide. This data is weighted at 50% in the Growth score calculation.

Source: EdFacts (NCES) and state assessment data. Growth score: 7.9/10.

How East Orange Community Charter School Compares

See how East Orange Community Charter School performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.

Overall Score
5.9/10
38th percentile in NJ
Academic
5.9/10
Average
Growth
7.9/10
Very Good
Environment
1.1/10
Needs Improvement

Funding & Resources

Free/Reduced Lunch
Students eligible for subsidized meals
77%
Teaching Staff
31:1 student-teacher ratio
14 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
23.2%

Location

99 WASHINGTON STREET, East Orange, NJ 07017

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering East Orange Community Charter School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Cleveland Street Elementary School (rated 7.7/10, 0.6 miles away, in nearby Orange), which scores notably higher. Another option is J. Garfield Jackson Sr. Academy (rated 7.5/10, 0.5 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Lincoln Avenue Elementary School (rated 7.5/10, 0.9 miles away, in nearby Orange), which scores notably higher. For more schools in East Orange, see our East Orange schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 0.9 mi
School Distance Rating
Park Avenue Elementary School Orange 0.2 mi 4.8
J. Garfield Jackson Sr. Academy East Orange 0.5 mi 7.5
Oakwood Avenue Community School Orange 0.6 mi 6.5
Althea Gibson Academy East Orange 0.6 mi 6.9
Cleveland Street Elementary School Orange 0.6 mi 7.7
Orange Early Childhood Center Orange 0.5 mi 5.5
Central Elementary School Orange 0.5 mi 5.1
Edward T. Bowser Sr. School of Excellence East Orange 0.6 mi 3.4
Rosa Parks Community School Orange 0.6 mi 8.5
Johnnie L. Cochran Jr. Academy East Orange 0.7 mi 5.3
Whitney E. Houston Academy East Orange 0.7 mi 6.9
John L. Costley Middle School East Orange 0.7 mi 4.6
Sojourner Truth Middle School East Orange 0.7 mi 4.5
Patrick F. Healy Middle School East Orange 0.7 mi 3.7
East Orange Campus High School East Orange 0.7 mi 3.2
Wahlstrom Early Childhood Academy East Orange 0.7 mi 6.8
Cicely L. Tyson Community Middle/High School East Orange 0.9 mi 7.0
ZADIE'S EARLY CHILDHOOD CENTER East Orange 1.0 mi
Cicely L. Tyson Community Elementary School East Orange 0.9 mi 6.7
Lincoln Avenue Elementary School Orange 0.9 mi 7.5

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 07017 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$61,552

Median Home Value

$316,700

Median Rent

$1,346/mo

Population

40,809

College Educated

21.8%

Homeownership

31.3%

Avg Commute

37.9 min

Poverty Rate

17.4%

Median Age

36.2

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Howard Yocum Elementary Maple Shade, NJ 5.9

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about East Orange Community Charter School

What grades does East Orange Community Charter School serve?

East Orange Community Charter School serves students in grades Kindergarten through 4th.

How many students attend East Orange Community Charter School?

East Orange Community Charter School has an enrollment of approximately 431 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at East Orange Community Charter School?

The student-teacher ratio at East Orange Community Charter School is 30.8:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does East Orange Community Charter School rank in NJ?

East Orange Community Charter School ranks #1,525 of 2,466 schools in NJ.

What is East Orange Community Charter School's MySchoolScout rating?

East Orange Community Charter School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.9 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.

What are the test scores at East Orange Community Charter School?

Based on loaded state assessment records, East Orange Community Charter School has 32% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 40% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).

Is East Orange Community Charter School a charter school?

Yes, East Orange Community Charter School is a charter school. Charter schools are publicly funded but independently operated, often with more flexibility in curriculum and teaching methods.

Is East Orange Community Charter School a Title I school?

No, East Orange Community Charter School is not currently a Title I school.

What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for East Orange Community Charter School?

76.8% of students at East Orange Community Charter School qualify for free or reduced-price lunch. This is a commonly used indicator of economic need and provides important context when interpreting test scores.

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Neighborhood Context

Walk Score
81 Very Walkable
Transit Score
63 Good Transit
Bike Score
50 Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
Kindergarten – 4th
Enrollment
431
Student-Teacher Ratio
30.8:1
Teachers (FTE)
14
Free/Reduced Lunch
76.8%
Type
regular
Setting
Large Suburb
County
Essex County
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
23.2%

District

East Orange Community Charter School
District Enrollment
431
Schools in District
1
Per-Pupil Spending
$21,290
District Rank
#1 of 1

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