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#168 of 2,466 schools in NJ

Top 7% in state

Hoboken Charter School

School · Hoboken Charter School District

713 Washington St, Hoboken, NJ 07030

Charter

Enrollment

299

Student-Teacher

13.6:1

Score

8.5

Grades

Kindergarten – 12th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

New Jersey schools

#168 of 2,466

In Hoboken

#3 of 8

public schools

Academic growth

9.6 / 10

Excellent

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Hoboken Charter School

8.5/10

School in Hoboken · grades Kindergarten – 12th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.

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About Hoboken Charter School

Hoboken Charter School is a public school in Hoboken, NJ, part of Hoboken Charter School District. Hoboken Charter School serves approximately 299 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-12th, and has a 13.6:1 student-teacher ratio. Hoboken Charter School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 8.5 out of 10 and ranks #168 of 2,466 schools in NJ.

Structured state assessment records for Hoboken Charter School show 59% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 74% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).

How it compares2.1 pts above NJ schools
  • This school 8.5 · Excellent
  • NJ avg 6.4

What Parents Should Know

Hoboken 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 · 4/4 metrics
Student Progress9.6Excellent25%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data16
Annual Change+8.76 pts/yr
Data Period2009–2025
TrendImproving
Academics9.4Excellent25%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency67.5% (2025 NJSLA)
Reading/ELA Proficiency83.8% (2025 NJSLA)
Math vs. State Avg+26 pts
Reading vs. State Avg+39.9 pts
Overall Proficiency76% (2025 NJSLA, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)58% (model expectation from 2025 NJSLA)
vs. Expected+17.2 pts
Adjusted Percentile90th
College Readiness10.0Excellent30%
Graduation rates, AP course participation, and IB availability.
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4-Year Graduation Rate80%+
Resources & Environment3.9Needs Improvement20%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio13.6:1
Per-Pupil Spending$22,603
Chronic Absenteeism13.7%

Hoboken Charter School — Students at Hoboken Charter School score 76% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 58%).

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Equity & Diversity

Shown separately, not included in overall score

Free/Reduced Lunch

17.7%

Students qualifying for federal meal assistance

Test Scores NJ NJSLA (2024-25)

Math Proficiency 58.9% (multi-year average, 2009-2025)
School
State
42.8% (multi-year state average, 2024-2025)
ELA Proficiency 74.3% (multi-year average, 2009-2025)
School
State
52.8% (multi-year state average, 2024-2025)

Based on 55 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
67%
ELA
72%
2010
Math
72%
ELA
72%
2011
Math
77%
ELA
77%
2012
Math
77%
ELA
82%
2013
Math
87%
ELA
87%
2014
Math
32%
ELA
62%
2015
Math
35%
ELA
56%
2016
Math
47%
ELA
62%
2017
Math
57%
ELA
70%
2018
Math
52%
ELA
77%
2019
Math
52%
ELA
77%
2020*
Math
32%
ELA
52%
2021*
Math
32%
ELA
52%
2022
Math
52%
ELA
72%
2024
Math
59.2%
ELA
74.7%
2025
Math
67.6%
ELA
83.8%

* 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: 9.6/10.

How Hoboken Charter School Compares

See how Hoboken Charter School performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.

Overall Score
8.5/10
93th percentile in NJ
Academic
9.4/10
Excellent
Growth
9.6/10
Excellent
Environment
3.9/10
Needs Improvement

Funding & Resources

Free/Reduced Lunch
Students eligible for subsidized meals
18%
Teaching Staff
14:1 student-teacher ratio
22 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
13.7%

Location

713 Washington St, Hoboken, NJ 07030

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Hoboken Charter School may also want to explore other schools in the area. THE HUDSON SCHOOL (rated 9.0/10, 0.2 miles away), which scores slightly higher. Another option is TESSA INTERNATIONAL SCHOOL (rated 9.0/10, 0.5 miles away), which scores slightly higher. Additionally, Joseph F Brandt Elementary School (rated 8.8/10, 0.2 miles away), which scores slightly higher. For more schools in Hoboken, see our Hoboken schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 1.2 mi
School Distance Rating
ALL SAINTS EPISCOPAL DAY SCHOOL Hoboken 0.0 mi 7.6
Joseph F Brandt Elementary School Hoboken 0.2 mi 8.8
THE HUDSON SCHOOL Hoboken 0.2 mi 9.0
Hoboken Middle School Hoboken 0.3 mi 8.7
Hoboken High School Hoboken 0.3 mi 7.7
APPLE MONTESSORI OF HOBOKEN Hoboken 0.3 mi
STEVENS COOPERATIVE SCHOOL Hoboken 0.4 mi 8.0
MUSTARD SEED SCHOOL Hoboken 0.3 mi 7.9
Wallace Elementary School Hoboken 0.4 mi 8.1
HOBOKEN CATHOLIC ACADEMY Hoboken 0.5 mi 6.7
HOBOKEN MONTESSORI SCHOOL Hoboken 0.6 mi
Elysian Charter School of Hoboken Hoboken 0.7 mi 8.0
TESSA INTERNATIONAL SCHOOL Hoboken 0.5 mi 9.0
Hoboken Dual Language Charter School Hoboken 0.6 mi 7.3
Thomas G. Connors Elementary School Hoboken 0.7 mi 7.5
Hudson Elementary School Union City 1.2 mi 8.4
Colin Powell Elementary School Union City 1.2 mi 7.7
Thomas A Edison Elementary School Union City 1.0 mi 8.5
Christa McAuliffe School Jersey City 1.0 mi 7.8
MIFTAAHUL ULOOM ACADEMY Union City 1.2 mi 8.1

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 07030 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$176,943

Median Home Value

$872,100

Median Rent

$2,819/mo

Population

58,340

College Educated

83.1%

Homeownership

34.1%

Avg Commute

37.3 min

Poverty Rate

7.1%

Median Age

31.9

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School Rating
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LACORDAIRE ACADEMY Upper Montclair, NJ 8.1
THE ARCHWAY SCHOOL Atco, NJ 8.9
THE COMMUNITY SCHOOL INC. Teaneck, NJ 7.8
TIMOTHY CHRISTIAN SCHOOL Piscataway, NJ 7.6

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Hoboken Charter School

What grades does Hoboken Charter School serve?

Hoboken Charter School serves students in grades Kindergarten through 12th.

How many students attend Hoboken Charter School?

Hoboken Charter School has an enrollment of approximately 299 students.

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

The student-teacher ratio at Hoboken Charter School is 13.6:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does Hoboken Charter School rank in NJ?

Hoboken Charter School ranks #168 of 2,466 schools in NJ.

What is Hoboken Charter School's MySchoolScout rating?

Hoboken Charter School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 8.5 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 Hoboken Charter School?

Based on loaded state assessment records, Hoboken Charter School has 59% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 74% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).

Is Hoboken Charter School a charter school?

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

Is Hoboken Charter School a Title I school?

No, Hoboken Charter School is not currently a Title I school.

What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Hoboken Charter School?

17.7% of students at Hoboken 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
98 Walker's Paradise
Transit Score
64 Good Transit
Bike Score
67 Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
Kindergarten – 12th
Enrollment
299
Student-Teacher Ratio
13.6:1
Teachers (FTE)
22
Free/Reduced Lunch
17.7%
Type
regular
Setting
Large Suburb
County
Hudson County
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
13.7%
4-Year Graduation
80%+

District

Hoboken Charter School District
District Enrollment
299
Schools in District
1
Per-Pupil Spending
$22,603
District Rank
#1 of 1

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