Below Average
#2172 of 2,466 schools in NJ
The Village Charter School
Elementary School · The Village Charter School
101 SULLIVAN WAY, Trenton, NJ 08638
Enrollment
359
Student-Teacher
14.4:1
Score
4.5
Grades
Kindergarten – 8th
Enrollment
359
Student-Teacher
14.4:1
Score
4.5
Grades
Kindergarten – 8th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
New Jersey schools
#2,172 of 2,466
In Trenton
#13 of 32
public schools
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The Village Charter School
Elementary School in Trenton · grades Kindergarten – 8th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.
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About The Village Charter School
The Village Charter School is a public elementary school in Trenton, NJ, part of The Village Charter School. The Village Charter School serves approximately 359 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-8th, and has a 14.4:1 student-teacher ratio. The Village Charter School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.5 out of 10 and ranks #2,172 of 2,466 schools in NJ.
Structured state assessment records for The Village Charter School show 27% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 40% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).
- This school 4.5 · Below Average
- NJ avg 6.5
What Parents Should Know
The Village 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 Village Charter School — Students at The Village Charter School score 25% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 21%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
83%
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: 4.9/10.
How The Village Charter School Compares
See how The Village Charter School performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Location
101 SULLIVAN WAY, Trenton, NJ 08638
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering The Village Charter School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Edgewood El Sch (rated 9.4/10, 2.0 miles away, in nearby Yardley), which scores notably higher. Another option is CHRISTINA SEIX ACADEMY (rated 8.1/10, 0.7 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Makefield El Sch (rated 7.8/10, 1.5 miles away, in nearby Yardley), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Trenton, see our Trenton schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 1.9 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| CHRISTINA SEIX ACADEMY Trenton | 0.7 mi | 8.1 |
| Joyce Kilmer Intermediate School Trenton | 0.8 mi | 3.7 |
| Marie H Katzenbach High School Trenton | 0.9 mi | — |
| Marie H Katzenbach Elementary Middle School for the Deaf Trenton | 0.9 mi | — |
| Thomas Jefferson Intermediate School Trenton | 0.8 mi | 3.8 |
| Arthur J. Holland Middle School Trenton | 0.9 mi | 3.5 |
| Ewing High School Ewing | 1.3 mi | 4.5 |
| Makefield El Sch Yardley | 1.5 mi | 7.8 |
| Joseph Stokes Elementary School Trenton | 1.3 mi | 3.0 |
| Parkway Elementary School Ewing | 1.5 mi | 4.9 |
| Cadwalader Elementary School Trenton | 1.6 mi | 3.3 |
| Trenton Stem-to-Civics Charter School Ewing | 1.6 mi | 4.0 |
| Benjamin C Gregory Elementary School Trenton | 1.6 mi | 6.5 |
| ABRAMS HEBREW ACADEMY Yardley | 1.7 mi | 7.1 |
| Foundation Academy Charter School Trenton | 1.9 mi | 5.8 |
| Pennwood MS Yardley | 2.2 mi | 6.2 |
| THE MONTESSORI SCHOOL Morrisville | 2.2 mi | — |
| Gilmore J Fisher Middle School Ewing | 2.3 mi | 7.8 |
| Edgewood El Sch Yardley | 2.0 mi | 9.4 |
| ST IGNATIUS ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Yardley | 1.9 mi | 5.3 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 08638 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$65,650
Median Home Value
$226,700
Median Rent
$1,499/mo
Population
23,373
College Educated
30.9%
Homeownership
56.3%
Avg Commute
27 min
Poverty Rate
21.6%
Median Age
35.8
Similar Schools
Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| Belvidere Elementary School Belvidere, NJ | 4.5 |
| Birchwood Elementary School Dover, NJ | 4.5 |
| Evergreen Elementary School Scotch Plains, NJ | 4.5 |
| JEWISH EDUCATIONAL CENTER LOWER SCHOOL Elizabeth, NJ | 4.5 |
| Knollwood Elementary School Piscataway, NJ | 4.5 |
| MACHZIKEI HADAS Lakewood, NJ | 4.5 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about The Village Charter School
What grades does The Village Charter School serve?
The Village Charter School serves students in grades Kindergarten through 8th.
How many students attend The Village Charter School?
The Village Charter School has an enrollment of approximately 359 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at The Village Charter School?
The student-teacher ratio at The Village Charter School is 14.4:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does The Village Charter School rank in NJ?
The Village Charter School ranks #2,172 of 2,466 schools in NJ.
What is The Village Charter School's MySchoolScout rating?
The Village Charter School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.5 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 The Village Charter School?
Based on loaded state assessment records, The Village Charter School has 27% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 40% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).
Is The Village Charter School a charter school?
Yes, The Village 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 Village Charter School a Title I school?
No, The Village Charter School is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for The Village Charter School?
83.0% of students at The Village 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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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)
- Grades
- Kindergarten – 8th
- Enrollment
- 359
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 14.4:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 25
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 83.0%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Small City
- County
- Mercer County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 18.9%
- Phone
- (609) 695-0110
Resources & Links
District
The Village Charter School- District Enrollment
- 359
- Schools in District
- 1
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $21,944
- District Rank
- #1 of 1
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