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#1670 of 2,466 schools in NJ
The Queen City Academy Charter School
School · The Queen City Academy Charter School District
815 WEST SEVENTH STREET, Plainfield, NJ 07063
Enrollment
300
Student-Teacher
12:1
Score
5.6
Grades
Kindergarten – 12th
Enrollment
300
Student-Teacher
12:1
Score
5.6
Grades
Kindergarten – 12th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
New Jersey schools
#1,670 of 2,466
In Plainfield
#11 of 19
public schools
Equity
9.0 / 10
Excellent
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About The Queen City Academy Charter School
The Queen City Academy Charter School is a public school in Plainfield, NJ, part of The Queen City Academy Charter School District. The Queen City Academy Charter School serves approximately 300 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-12th, and has a 12:1 student-teacher ratio. The Queen City Academy Charter School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.6 out of 10 and ranks #1,670 of 2,466 schools in NJ.
Structured state assessment records for The Queen City Academy Charter School show 41% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 59% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).
- This school 5.6 · Average
- NJ avg 6.4
What Parents Should Know
The Queen City 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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The Queen City Academy Charter School — Students at The Queen City Academy Charter School score 52% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 25%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
77%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Test Scores NJ NJSLA (2024-25)
Based on 55 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: 8.8/10.
How The Queen City Academy Charter School Compares
See how The Queen City Academy 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
815 WEST SEVENTH STREET, Plainfield, NJ 07063
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering The Queen City Academy Charter School may also want to explore other schools in the area. Union County TEAMS Charter School (rated 6.4/10, 0.6 miles away), which scores slightly higher. Additionally, KOINONIA ACADEMY (rated 6.1/10, 0.4 miles away), which scores slightly higher. For more schools in Plainfield, see our Plainfield schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 1.3 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| Washington Community School Plainfield | 0.2 mi | 5.2 |
| Hubbard Middle School Plainfield | 0.3 mi | 6.9 |
| KOINONIA ACADEMY Plainfield | 0.4 mi | 6.1 |
| Cresthaven Academy Charter School Plainfield | 0.5 mi | 4.0 |
| Union County TEAMS Charter School Plainfield | 0.6 mi | 6.4 |
| Franklin Elementary School South Plainfield | 0.8 mi | 8.1 |
| Clinton Elementary School Plainfield | 0.7 mi | 6.2 |
| Cedarbrook Elementary School Plainfield | 0.7 mi | 5.9 |
| Charles H. Stillman Elementary School Plainfield | 0.9 mi | 4.4 |
| Somerset School North Plainfield | 1.2 mi | 7.2 |
| The Barack Obama Green Charter High School Plainfield | 1.2 mi | 4.6 |
| Plainfield High School Plainfield | 1.0 mi | 3.3 |
| South Plainfield Middle School South Plainfield | 1.2 mi | 7.7 |
| North Plainfield Middle School North Plainfield | 1.3 mi | 8.2 |
| SUNDANCE SCHOOL North Plainfield | 1.2 mi | 6.4 |
| Evergreen Elementary School Plainfield | 1.2 mi | 4.4 |
| Grant Elementary School South Plainfield | 1.2 mi | 6.1 |
| Stony Brook School North Plainfield | 1.4 mi | 6.3 |
| West End School North Plainfield | 1.2 mi | 7.3 |
| Arbor Elementary School Piscataway | 1.3 mi | 6.6 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 07063 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$89,840
Median Home Value
$363,000
Median Rent
$1,742/mo
Population
14,533
College Educated
21%
Homeownership
61.4%
Avg Commute
32.3 min
Poverty Rate
13.8%
Median Age
32.9
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Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about The Queen City Academy Charter School
What grades does The Queen City Academy Charter School serve?
The Queen City Academy Charter School serves students in grades Kindergarten through 12th.
How many students attend The Queen City Academy Charter School?
The Queen City Academy Charter School has an enrollment of approximately 300 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at The Queen City Academy Charter School?
The student-teacher ratio at The Queen City Academy Charter School is 12:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does The Queen City Academy Charter School rank in NJ?
The Queen City Academy Charter School ranks #1,670 of 2,466 schools in NJ.
What is The Queen City Academy Charter School's MySchoolScout rating?
The Queen City Academy Charter School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.6 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 The Queen City Academy Charter School?
Based on loaded state assessment records, The Queen City Academy Charter School has 41% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 59% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).
Is The Queen City Academy Charter School a charter school?
Yes, The Queen City 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 The Queen City Academy Charter School a Title I school?
No, The Queen City Academy Charter School is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for The Queen City Academy Charter School?
77.0% of students at The Queen City 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 – 12th
- Enrollment
- 300
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 12:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 25
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 77.0%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large Suburb
- County
- Union County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 27.7%
- Phone
- (908) 753-4700
Resources & Links
District
The Queen City Academy Charter School District- District Enrollment
- 300
- Schools in District
- 1
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $18,980
- District Rank
- #1 of 1
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