Below Average
#2137 of 2,466 schools in NJ
Great Oaks Legacy Charter School
School · Great Oaks Legacy Charter School
909 Broad Street, Newark, NJ 07102
Enrollment
2,124
Student-Teacher
24.7:1
Score
4.6
Grades
Pre-K – 12th
Enrollment
2,124
Student-Teacher
24.7:1
Score
4.6
Grades
Pre-K – 12th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
New Jersey schools
#2,137 of 2,466
In Newark
#65 of 80
public schools
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About Great Oaks Legacy Charter School
Great Oaks Legacy Charter School is a public school in Newark, NJ, part of Great Oaks Legacy Charter School. Great Oaks Legacy Charter School serves approximately 2,124 students, and covers grades Pre-K-12th, and has a 24.7:1 student-teacher ratio. Great Oaks Legacy Charter School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.6 out of 10 and ranks #2,137 of 2,466 schools in NJ.
Structured state assessment records for Great Oaks Legacy Charter School show 31% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2011-2025) and 45% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2011-2025).
- This school 4.6 · Below Average
- NJ avg 6.4
What Parents Should Know
Great Oaks Legacy Charter School is a large school: 2,124 students. Size usually brings more course choices and activities than a smaller school can staff, but kids can also blend into the crowd. Ask how the school keeps students known and supported.
Great Oaks Legacy Charter School runs 24.7:1 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.
Great Oaks Legacy 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
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Great Oaks Legacy Charter School — Students at Great Oaks Legacy Charter School score 33% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 20%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
85.2%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Test Scores NJ NJSLA (2024-25)
Based on 53 test records from NJ state assessments. About our data
Proficiency Trend
→ StableAverage proficiency (% at or above grade level) across Math & ELA over time.
* 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: 5.1/10.
How Great Oaks Legacy Charter School Compares
See how Great Oaks Legacy Charter School performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Programs & Offerings
Data as of 2021-22 · Source: CRDC via Urban Institute · Learn more
Location
909 Broad Street, Newark, NJ 07102
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Great Oaks Legacy Charter School may also want to explore other schools in the area. Sir Isaac Newton Elementary School (rated 8.7/10, 0.9 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is Science Park High School (rated 8.6/10, 0.8 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, South Street Elementary School (rated 8.2/10, 0.6 miles away), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Newark, see our Newark schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 0.8 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| Discovery Charter School Newark | 0.1 mi | 6.9 |
| NEWARK BOYS CHORUS SCHOOL Newark | 0.3 mi | 5.6 |
| Newark Educators Community Charter School Newark | 0.3 mi | 3.5 |
| The Gray Charter School Newark | 0.3 mi | 7.4 |
| ALIF MUHAMMAD WIA SCHOOL Newark | 0.4 mi | 4.0 |
| Arts High School Newark | 0.3 mi | 6.2 |
| Oliver Street School Newark | 0.5 mi | 7.9 |
| South Street Elementary School Newark | 0.6 mi | 8.2 |
| East Ward Elementary School Newark | 0.6 mi | 6.0 |
| Link Community Charter School Newark | 0.6 mi | 7.0 |
| Quitman Street School Newark | 0.5 mi | 5.8 |
| North Star Academy Charter School Newark | 0.7 mi | 5.8 |
| Essex County Newark Tech Newark | 0.7 mi | 7.2 |
| Lafayette Street School Newark | 0.6 mi | 7.2 |
| American History High School Newark | 0.6 mi | 5.1 |
| Science Park High School Newark | 0.8 mi | 8.6 |
| Louise A. Spencer Elementary School Newark | 0.9 mi | 6.6 |
| New Horizons Community Charter School Newark | 0.8 mi | 6.2 |
| Sir Isaac Newton Elementary School Newark | 0.9 mi | 8.7 |
| Newark Vocational High School Newark | 0.8 mi | 4.5 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 07102 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$37,093
Median Home Value
$293,900
Median Rent
$1,141/mo
Population
12,954
College Educated
30.5%
Homeownership
5.5%
Avg Commute
35.4 min
Poverty Rate
31.4%
Median Age
32.3
Similar Schools
Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| BelovED Community Charter School Jersey City, NJ | 5.0 |
| College Achieve Central Charter School Plainfield, NJ | 5.1 |
| Mastery Schools of Camden Inc. Camden, NJ | 5.1 |
| Central Jersey College Prep Charter School Somerset, NJ | 5.4 |
| KIPP: Cooper Norcross A New Jersey Nonprofit Corporation Newark, NJ | 3.5 |
| College Achieve Paterson Charter School Tinton Falls, NJ | 5.7 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Great Oaks Legacy Charter School
What grades does Great Oaks Legacy Charter School serve?
Great Oaks Legacy Charter School serves students in grades Pre-K through 12th.
How many students attend Great Oaks Legacy Charter School?
Great Oaks Legacy Charter School has an enrollment of approximately 2,124 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Great Oaks Legacy Charter School?
The student-teacher ratio at Great Oaks Legacy Charter School is 24.7:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Great Oaks Legacy Charter School rank in NJ?
Great Oaks Legacy Charter School ranks #2,137 of 2,466 schools in NJ.
What is Great Oaks Legacy Charter School's MySchoolScout rating?
Great Oaks Legacy Charter School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.6 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 Great Oaks Legacy Charter School?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Great Oaks Legacy Charter School has 31% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2011-2025) and 45% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2011-2025).
Is Great Oaks Legacy Charter School a charter school?
Yes, Great Oaks Legacy Charter School is a charter school. Charter schools are publicly funded but independently operated, often with more flexibility in curriculum and teaching methods.
Is Great Oaks Legacy Charter School a Title I school?
No, Great Oaks Legacy Charter School is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Great Oaks Legacy Charter School?
85.2% of students at Great Oaks Legacy 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.
Neighborhood Context
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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)
- Grades
- Pre-K – 12th
- Enrollment
- 2,124
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 24.7:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 86
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 85.2%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large City
- County
- Essex County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 23.6%
- Phone
- (862) 256-0909
- 4-Year Graduation
- 77.0%
Resources & Links
District
Great Oaks Legacy Charter School- District Enrollment
- 2,124
- Schools in District
- 1
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $26,962
- District Rank
- #1 of 1
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