Below Average
#2290 of 2,466 schools in NJ
Trenton Stem-to-civics Charter School
High School · Trenton Stem-to-Civics Charter School
1555 Pennington Road, Ewing, NJ 08618
Enrollment
591
Student-Teacher
29.6:1
Score
4.0
Grades
6th – 12th
Enrollment
591
Student-Teacher
29.6:1
Score
4.0
Grades
6th – 12th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
New Jersey schools
#2,290 of 2,466
In Ewing
#6 of 6
public schools
Academic growth
7.2 / 10
Very Good
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About Trenton Stem-to-civics Charter School
Trenton Stem-to-civics Charter School is a public high school in Ewing, NJ, part of Trenton Stem-to-Civics Charter School. Trenton Stem-to-civics Charter School serves approximately 591 students, and covers grades 6th-12th, and has a 29.6:1 student-teacher ratio. Trenton Stem-to-civics Charter School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.0 out of 10 and ranks #2,290 of 2,466 schools in NJ.
Structured state assessment records for Trenton Stem-to-civics Charter School show 5% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2014-2025) and 25% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2014-2025).
- This school 4.0 · Below Average
- NJ avg 5.8
What Parents Should Know
Test scores at Trenton Stem-to-civics Charter School sit below average, but its growth scores are strong: students here make above-average progress year over year. The raw numbers haven't caught up, but a school that keeps moving kids forward is doing the harder, more important work.
Trenton Stem-to-civics Charter School runs 29.6:1 students to teachers, above the national average. That often means bigger classes. Ask how the school supports kids who need extra help, and whether there are teaching assistants or small-group time.
Trenton Stem-to-civics 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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Trenton Stem-to-civics Charter School — Students at Trenton Stem-to-civics Charter School score 17% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 48%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
35.5%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Test Scores NJ NJSLA (2024-25)
Based on 34 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: 7.2/10.
How Trenton Stem-to-civics Charter School Compares
See how Trenton Stem-to-civics 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
1555 Pennington Road, Ewing, NJ 08618
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Trenton Stem-to-civics Charter School may also want to explore other high schools in the area. CHRISTINA SEIX ACADEMY (rated 8.1/10, 1.0 miles away, in nearby Trenton), which scores notably higher. Another option is Gilmore J Fisher Middle School (rated 7.8/10, 1.7 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, William L Antheil Elementary School (rated 7.7/10, 1.5 miles away), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Ewing, see our Ewing schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 1.9 miNeighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 08618 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$48,179
Median Home Value
$211,800
Median Rent
$1,117/mo
Population
37,162
College Educated
23.5%
Homeownership
41.2%
Avg Commute
24.5 min
Poverty Rate
22.5%
Median Age
33.7
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Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Trenton Stem-to-civics Charter School
What grades does Trenton Stem-to-civics Charter School serve?
Trenton Stem-to-civics Charter School serves students in grades 6th through 12th.
How many students attend Trenton Stem-to-civics Charter School?
Trenton Stem-to-civics Charter School has an enrollment of approximately 591 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Trenton Stem-to-civics Charter School?
The student-teacher ratio at Trenton Stem-to-civics Charter School is 29.6:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Trenton Stem-to-civics Charter School rank in NJ?
Trenton Stem-to-civics Charter School ranks #2,290 of 2,466 schools in NJ.
What is Trenton Stem-to-civics Charter School's MySchoolScout rating?
Trenton Stem-to-civics Charter School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.0 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 Trenton Stem-to-civics Charter School?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Trenton Stem-to-civics Charter School has 5% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2014-2025) and 25% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2014-2025).
Is Trenton Stem-to-civics Charter School a charter school?
Yes, Trenton Stem-to-civics Charter School is a charter school. Charter schools are publicly funded but independently operated, often with more flexibility in curriculum and teaching methods.
Is Trenton Stem-to-civics Charter School a Title I school?
No, Trenton Stem-to-civics Charter School is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Trenton Stem-to-civics Charter School?
35.5% of students at Trenton Stem-to-civics 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
- 6th – 12th
- Enrollment
- 591
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 29.6:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 20
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 35.5%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large Suburb
- County
- Mercer County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 10.5%
- Phone
- (609) 619-2000
- 4-Year Graduation
- 82.0%
Resources & Links
District
Trenton Stem-to-Civics Charter School- District Enrollment
- 591
- Schools in District
- 1
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $23,296
- District Rank
- #1 of 1
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