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Hatikvah International Academy Charter School

Elementary School · Hatikvah International Academy Charter School

7 Lexington Avenue, East Brunswick, NJ 08816

Charter

Enrollment

637

Student-Teacher

14.8:1

Score

6.2

Grades

Kindergarten – 8th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

New Jersey schools

#1,345 of 2,466

In East Brunswick

#9 of 13

public schools

Academic performance

9.8 / 10

Excellent

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Hatikvah International Academy Charter School

6.2/10

Elementary School in East Brunswick · grades Kindergarten – 8th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.

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9.1/10

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About Hatikvah International Academy Charter School

Hatikvah International Academy Charter School is a public elementary school in East Brunswick, NJ, part of Hatikvah International Academy Charter School. Hatikvah International Academy Charter School serves approximately 637 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-8th, and has a 14.8:1 student-teacher ratio. Hatikvah International Academy Charter School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.2 out of 10 and ranks #1,345 of 2,466 schools in NJ.

Structured state assessment records for Hatikvah International Academy Charter School show 79% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2011-2025) and 85% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2011-2025).

How it comparesOn par with NJ schools
  • This school 6.2 · Average
  • NJ avg 6.5

What Parents Should Know

Hatikvah International Academy 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 Progress5.7Average50%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data14
Annual Change+0.05 pts/yr
Data Period2011–2025
TrendStable
Academics9.8Excellent30%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency79.6% (2025 NJSLA)
Reading/ELA Proficiency90.3% (2025 NJSLA)
Math vs. State Avg+38.1 pts
Reading vs. State Avg+46.4 pts
Overall Proficiency85% (2025 NJSLA, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)64% (model expectation from 2025 NJSLA)
vs. Expected+21.3 pts
Adjusted Percentile96th
Resources & Environment2.1Needs Improvement20%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio14.8:1
Per-Pupil Spending$17,679
Chronic Absenteeism13.5%

Hatikvah International Academy Charter School — Students at Hatikvah International Academy Charter School score 85% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 64%).

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Equity & Diversity

Shown separately, not included in overall score

Free/Reduced Lunch

8.5%

Students qualifying for federal meal assistance

Test Scores NJ NJSLA (2024-25)

Math Proficiency 78.5% (multi-year average, 2011-2025)
School
State
39.5% (multi-year state average, 2024-2025)
ELA Proficiency 84.6% (multi-year average, 2011-2025)
School
State
52.6% (multi-year state average, 2024-2025)

Based on 51 test records from NJ state assessments. About our data

Proficiency Trend

→ Stable

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

2011
Math
90%
ELA
90%
2012
Math
95%
ELA
64.5%
2013
Math
92%
ELA
77%
2014
Math
62%
ELA
72%
2015
Math
67%
ELA
67%
2016
Math
70%
ELA
81%
2017
Math
77%
ELA
89%
2018
Math
78%
ELA
87%
2019
Math
78%
ELA
87%
2020*
Math
64%
ELA
76%
2021*
Math
64%
ELA
76%
2022
Math
79%
ELA
90%
2024
Math
81.3%
ELA
88.5%
2025
Math
79.6%
ELA
90.3%

* 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: 5.7/10.

How Hatikvah International Academy Charter School Compares

See how Hatikvah International Academy Charter School performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.

Overall Score
6.2/10
46th percentile in NJ
Academic
9.8/10
Excellent
Growth
5.7/10
Average
Environment
2.1/10
Needs Improvement

Funding & Resources

Free/Reduced Lunch
Students eligible for subsidized meals
9%
Teaching Staff
15:1 student-teacher ratio
43 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
13.5%

Location

7 Lexington Avenue, East Brunswick, NJ 08816

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Hatikvah International Academy Charter School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Frost Elementary School (rated 9.1/10, 1.0 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is Irwin Elementary School (rated 8.6/10, 2.1 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Woodland School (rated 7.7/10, 2.3 miles away, in nearby Monroe Township), which scores notably higher. For more schools in East Brunswick, see our East Brunswick schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 2.9 mi
School Distance Rating
Frost Elementary School East Brunswick 1.0 mi 9.1
MELAMED ACADEMY East Brunswick 1.2 mi 4.3
Warnsdorfer Elementary School East Brunswick 1.3 mi 6.0
YESHIVAT NETIVOT MONTESSORI East Brunswick 1.6 mi 6.2
G Austin Schoenly Elementary School Spotswood 1.4 mi 4.1
ST BARTHOLOMEW SCHOOL East Brunswick 1.8 mi 5.5
Hammarskjold Upper Elementary School East Brunswick 1.6 mi 6.8
Memorial Elementary School East Brunswick 1.9 mi 6.2
Spotswood Memorial Middle School Spotswood 1.6 mi 5.2
Spotswood High School Spotswood 1.7 mi 5.9
IMMACULATE CONCEPTION SCHOOL Spotswood 1.8 mi 5.6
E Raymond Appleby Elementary School Spotswood 1.8 mi 3.7
East Brunswick High School East Brunswick 2.1 mi 5.3
CROSSROADS EARLY LEARNING CENTER East Brunswick 1.9 mi
Irwin Elementary School East Brunswick 2.1 mi 8.6
Central Elementary School East Brunswick 2.4 mi 6.8
East Brunswick Magnet School East Brunswick 2.1 mi 6.9
Woodland School Monroe Township 2.3 mi 7.7
Parkview School Milltown 3.1 mi 5.3
HOP TO IT Monroe Township 2.9 mi

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 08816 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$141,731

Median Home Value

$502,600

Median Rent

$2,079/mo

Population

48,965

College Educated

57.9%

Homeownership

80.5%

Avg Commute

37.9 min

Poverty Rate

4.6%

Median Age

41.6

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Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Hatikvah International Academy Charter School

What grades does Hatikvah International Academy Charter School serve?

Hatikvah International Academy Charter School serves students in grades Kindergarten through 8th.

How many students attend Hatikvah International Academy Charter School?

Hatikvah International Academy Charter School has an enrollment of approximately 637 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Hatikvah International Academy Charter School?

The student-teacher ratio at Hatikvah International Academy Charter School is 14.8:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does Hatikvah International Academy Charter School rank in NJ?

Hatikvah International Academy Charter School ranks #1,345 of 2,466 schools in NJ.

What is Hatikvah International Academy Charter School's MySchoolScout rating?

Hatikvah International Academy Charter School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.2 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 Hatikvah International Academy Charter School?

Based on loaded state assessment records, Hatikvah International Academy Charter School has 79% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2011-2025) and 85% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2011-2025).

Is Hatikvah International Academy Charter School a charter school?

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

Is Hatikvah International Academy Charter School a Title I school?

No, Hatikvah International Academy Charter School is not currently a Title I school.

What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Hatikvah International Academy Charter School?

8.5% of students at Hatikvah International Academy 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
43 Car-Dependent
Bike Score
36 Somewhat Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
Kindergarten – 8th
Enrollment
637
Student-Teacher Ratio
14.8:1
Teachers (FTE)
43
Free/Reduced Lunch
8.5%
Type
regular
Setting
Large Suburb
County
Middlesex County
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
13.5%

District

Hatikvah International Academy Charter School
District Enrollment
639
Schools in District
1
Per-Pupil Spending
$17,679
District Rank
#1 of 1

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