Average
#1109 of 2,466 schools in NJ
Top 45% in state
Hope Academy Charter School
Elementary School · Hope Academy Charter School
601 GRAND AVENUE, Asbury Park, NJ 07712
Enrollment
281
Student-Teacher
9.7:1
Score
6.6
Grades
Kindergarten – 8th
Enrollment
281
Student-Teacher
9.7:1
Score
6.6
Grades
Kindergarten – 8th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
New Jersey schools
#1,109 of 2,466
In Asbury Park
#1 of 6
public schools
School environment
7.2 / 10
Very Good
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Hope Academy Charter School
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About Hope Academy Charter School
Hope Academy Charter School is a public elementary school in Asbury Park, NJ, part of Hope Academy Charter School. Hope Academy Charter School serves approximately 281 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-8th, and has a 9.7:1 student-teacher ratio. Hope Academy Charter School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.6 out of 10 and ranks #1,109 of 2,466 schools in NJ.
Structured state assessment records for Hope Academy Charter School show 22% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 38% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).
- This school 6.6 · Average
- NJ avg 6.5
What Parents Should Know
At 9.7:1 students to teachers, Hope Academy Charter School sits well below the national average. Smaller classes like that usually mean more one-on-one time between students and teachers.
Hope 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
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Hope Academy Charter School — Students at Hope Academy Charter School score 27% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 16%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
92.5%
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: 6.8/10.
How Hope Academy Charter School Compares
See how Hope Academy Charter School performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Location
601 GRAND AVENUE, Asbury Park, NJ 07712
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Hope Academy Charter School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Wanamassa Elementary School (rated 9.3/10, 1.7 miles away, in nearby Wanamassa), which scores notably higher. Another option is Avon Elementary School (rated 8.3/10, 2.1 miles away, in nearby Avon), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Deal Elementary School (rated 8.2/10, 2.0 miles away, in nearby Deal), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Asbury Park, see our Asbury Park schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 2.6 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| Thurgood Marshall Elementary School Asbury Park | 0.1 mi | 4.6 |
| Bradley Elementary School Asbury Park | 0.6 mi | 5.3 |
| Asbury Park High School Asbury Park | 0.7 mi | 3.7 |
| Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. Middle School Asbury Park | 0.6 mi | 4.2 |
| OUR LADY OF MT CARMEL SCHOOL Asbury Park | 0.6 mi | 5.5 |
| Midtown Community Elementary School Neptune | 0.7 mi | 6.5 |
| THE SISTERS ACADEMY Asbury Park | 0.9 mi | 6.7 |
| Bradley Beach Elementary School Bradley Beach | 1.2 mi | 8.1 |
| Wanamassa Elementary School Wanamassa | 1.7 mi | 9.3 |
| SEARCH DAY PROGRAM INC. Ocean | 1.9 mi | 7.3 |
| Deal Elementary School Deal | 2.0 mi | 8.2 |
| LITTLE PEOPLE AT WORK Neptune | 1.5 mi | — |
| Neptune High School Neptune | 1.6 mi | 3.3 |
| Monmouth County Academy of Allied Health and Science Neptune | 1.6 mi | 8.6 |
| Avon Elementary School Avon | 2.1 mi | 8.3 |
| Neptune Middle School Neptune | 1.7 mi | 5.6 |
| Gables Elementary School Neptune | 1.8 mi | 6.8 |
| Woodrow Wilson Neptune City | 1.9 mi | 6.5 |
| ILAN HIGH SCHOOL Ocean | 2.1 mi | 6.5 |
| BNOT SHIRAH OF DEAL Deal | 2.6 mi | 6.2 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 07712 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$95,691
Median Home Value
$578,300
Median Rent
$1,496/mo
Population
39,597
College Educated
48.8%
Homeownership
47.8%
Avg Commute
27 min
Poverty Rate
11.2%
Median Age
41.1
Similar Schools
Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| Alexander Hamilton School Glen Rock, NJ | 6.6 |
| Brookside Place School Cranford, NJ | 6.6 |
| CHRIST THE TEACHER ACADEMY Fort Lee, NJ | 6.6 |
| Jefferson Elementary School Bergenfield, NJ | 6.6 |
| John Brainerd Elementary School Mount Holly, NJ | 6.6 |
| M. Scott Carpenter Elementary School Old Bridge, NJ | 6.6 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Hope Academy Charter School
What grades does Hope Academy Charter School serve?
Hope Academy Charter School serves students in grades Kindergarten through 8th.
How many students attend Hope Academy Charter School?
Hope Academy Charter School has an enrollment of approximately 281 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Hope Academy Charter School?
The student-teacher ratio at Hope Academy Charter School is 9.7:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Hope Academy Charter School rank in NJ?
Hope Academy Charter School ranks #1,109 of 2,466 schools in NJ.
What is Hope Academy Charter School's MySchoolScout rating?
Hope Academy Charter School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.6 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 Hope Academy Charter School?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Hope Academy Charter School has 22% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 38% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).
Is Hope Academy Charter School a charter school?
Yes, Hope 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 Hope Academy Charter School a Title I school?
No, Hope Academy Charter School is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Hope Academy Charter School?
92.5% of students at Hope 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.
Neighborhood Context
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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)
- Grades
- Kindergarten – 8th
- Enrollment
- 281
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 9.7:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 29
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 92.5%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large Suburb
- County
- Monmouth County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 4.6%
- Phone
- (732) 988-4227
Resources & Links
District
Hope Academy Charter School- District Enrollment
- 281
- Schools in District
- 1
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $21,535
- District Rank
- #1 of 1
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