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#100 of 2,466 schools in NJ

Top 4% in state

Teaneck Community Charter School

Elementary School · Teaneck Community Charter School

563 CHESTNUT AVENUE, Teaneck, NJ 07666

Charter

Enrollment

367

Student-Teacher

11.8:1

Score

8.7

Grades

Kindergarten – 8th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

New Jersey schools

#100 of 2,466

In Teaneck

#1 of 9

public schools

Academic growth

9.9 / 10

Excellent

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Teaneck Community Charter School

8.7/10

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

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About Teaneck Community Charter School

Teaneck Community Charter School is a public elementary school in Teaneck, NJ, part of Teaneck Community Charter School. Teaneck Community Charter School serves approximately 367 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-8th, and has a 11.8:1 student-teacher ratio. Teaneck Community Charter School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 8.7 out of 10 and ranks #100 of 2,466 schools in NJ.

Structured state assessment records for Teaneck Community Charter School show 54% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 68% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).

How it compares2.2 pts above NJ schools
  • This school 8.7 · Excellent
  • NJ avg 6.5

What Parents Should Know

Teaneck 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 Progress9.9Excellent50%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data16
Annual Change+13.05 pts/yr
Data Period2009–2025
TrendImproving
Academics7.8Very Good30%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency48.2% (2025 NJSLA)
Reading/ELA Proficiency74.8% (2025 NJSLA)
Math vs. State Avg+6.7 pts
Reading vs. State Avg+30.9 pts
Overall Proficiency62% (2025 NJSLA, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)57% (model expectation from 2025 NJSLA)
vs. Expected+4.5 pts
Adjusted Percentile67th
Resources & Environment7.0Very Good20%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio11.8:1
Per-Pupil Spending$24,433
Chronic Absenteeism12.3%

Teaneck Community Charter School — Students at Teaneck Community Charter School score 62% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 57%).

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Equity & Diversity

Shown separately, not included in overall score

Free/Reduced Lunch

20.2%

Students qualifying for federal meal assistance

Test Scores NJ NJSLA (2024-25)

Math Proficiency 53.5% (multi-year average, 2009-2025)
School
State
39.5% (multi-year state average, 2024-2025)
ELA Proficiency 68.3% (multi-year average, 2009-2025)
School
State
52.6% (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
77%
ELA
70%
2010
Math
83%
ELA
71%
2011
Math
85%
ELA
75%
2012
Math
84%
ELA
75%
2013
Math
84%
ELA
82%
2014
Math
57%
ELA
57%
2015
Math
47%
ELA
57%
2016
Math
57%
ELA
71%
2017
Math
64%
ELA
75%
2018
Math
63%
ELA
78%
2019
Math
63%
ELA
78%
2020*
Math
42%
ELA
62%
2021*
Math
42%
ELA
62%
2022
Math
47%
ELA
58%
2024
Math
37.8%
ELA
59.1%
2025
Math
48.2%
ELA
74.8%

* 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: 9.9/10.

How Teaneck Community Charter School Compares

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

Overall Score
8.7/10
96th percentile in NJ
Academic
7.8/10
Very Good
Growth
9.9/10
Excellent
Environment
7.0/10
Very Good

Funding & Resources

Free/Reduced Lunch
Students eligible for subsidized meals
20%
Teaching Staff
12:1 student-teacher ratio
31 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
12.3%

Location

563 CHESTNUT AVENUE, Teaneck, NJ 07666

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Teaneck Community Charter School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Lincoln Elementary School (rated 8.5/10, 1.5 miles away, in nearby Ridgefield Park), with a very similar rating. Another option is Roosevelt Elementary School (rated 6.7/10, 1.6 miles away, in nearby Ridgefield Park), a more accessible option. Additionally, James Russell Lowell Elementary School (rated 6.2/10, 0.8 miles away), a more accessible option. For more schools in Teaneck, see our Teaneck schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 1.3 mi
School Distance Rating
ACADEMY OF GREATNESS AND EXCELLENCE Teaneck 0.3 mi 6.9
Bogota Jr./Sr. High School Bogota 0.4 mi 7.2
Bogota Middle School Bogota 0.6 mi 6.2
Lillian M. Steen Bogota 0.6 mi 6.1
James Russell Lowell Elementary School Teaneck 0.8 mi 6.2
HEICHAL HATORAH Teaneck 0.8 mi 6.7
E. Roy Bixby Bogota 1.0 mi 5.1
Thomas Jefferson Middle School Teaneck 0.9 mi 7.4
Teaneck High School Teaneck 1.0 mi 5.6
Theodora Smiley Lacey Elementary School Teaneck 0.9 mi 3.7
Hackensack Middle School Hackensack 1.1 mi 6.7
Benjamin Franklin Middle School Teaneck 1.3 mi 8.0
Bergen County Academies Hackensack 1.3 mi 8.9
Lincoln Elementary School Ridgefield Park 1.5 mi 8.5
John Greenleaf Whittier Elementary School Teaneck 1.5 mi 5.4
Roosevelt Elementary School Ridgefield Park 1.6 mi 6.7
Nathaniel Hawthorne Elementary School Teaneck 1.2 mi 6.2
YCS GEORGE WASHINGTON SCHOOL Hackensack 1.5 mi
COMMUNITY SCHOOL Teaneck 1.3 mi 7.8
THE COMMUNITY SCHOOL INC. Teaneck 1.3 mi 7.8

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 07666 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$134,311

Median Home Value

$496,400

Median Rent

$1,850/mo

Population

41,499

College Educated

54.3%

Homeownership

76.9%

Avg Commute

34.1 min

Poverty Rate

5.5%

Median Age

37.9

Similar Schools

Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings

School Rating
East Amwell Township Ringoes, NJ 8.7
Gregory Elementary School W. Orange, NJ 8.7
Hartshorn School Short Hills, NJ 8.7
Hillside Elementary School Livingston, NJ 8.7
Kingwood Township School Frenchtown, NJ 8.7
Lincoln-Hubbard Elementary School Summit, NJ 8.7

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Teaneck Community Charter School

What grades does Teaneck Community Charter School serve?

Teaneck Community Charter School serves students in grades Kindergarten through 8th.

How many students attend Teaneck Community Charter School?

Teaneck Community Charter School has an enrollment of approximately 367 students.

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

The student-teacher ratio at Teaneck Community Charter School is 11.8:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does Teaneck Community Charter School rank in NJ?

Teaneck Community Charter School ranks #100 of 2,466 schools in NJ.

What is Teaneck Community Charter School's MySchoolScout rating?

Teaneck Community Charter School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 8.7 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 Teaneck Community Charter School?

Based on loaded state assessment records, Teaneck Community Charter School has 54% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 68% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).

Is Teaneck Community Charter School a charter school?

Yes, Teaneck 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 Teaneck Community Charter School a Title I school?

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

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

20.2% of students at Teaneck 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
79 Very Walkable
Bike Score
40 Somewhat Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
Kindergarten – 8th
Enrollment
367
Student-Teacher Ratio
11.8:1
Teachers (FTE)
31
Free/Reduced Lunch
20.2%
Type
regular
Setting
Large Suburb
County
Bergen County
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
12.3%

District

Teaneck Community Charter School
District Enrollment
367
Schools in District
1
Per-Pupil Spending
$24,433
District Rank
#1 of 1

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