Serving 299 students in grades Kindergarten-12, Hoboken Charter School ranks in the top 20% of all schools in New Jersey for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 30%, and reading proficiency is top 30%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 55-59% (which is higher than the New Jersey state average of 38%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 70-74% (which is higher than the New Jersey state average of 49%).
The student-teacher ratio of 14:1 is higher than the New Jersey state level of 11:1.
Minority enrollment is 47% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the New Jersey state average of 63% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- School Type: Charter School
- Grades: Kindergarten-12
- Enrollment: 299 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 47%
- Graduation Rate: ≥80% (Btm 50% in NJ)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20%
- Math Proficiency: 55-59% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 70-74% (Top 20%)
- Science Proficiency: 30-34% (Top 30%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NJ Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Hoboken Charter School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in New Jersey for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Most improved public schools
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
School Overview
Hoboken Charter School's student population of 299 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 21 teachers has declined by 22% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-12
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
299 students
Total Classroom Teachers
21 teachers
Year Founded
1997
School Calendar
School Motto
Learning Reimagined for a Just World
School Rankings
Hoboken Charter School ranks within the top 20% of all 2,184 schools in New Jersey (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Hoboken Charter School is 0.66, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.72. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#394 out of 2184 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
55-59%
38%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
70-74%
49%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
30-34%
23%
Student-Teacher Ratio
14:1
11:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
9%
11%
Hispanic
21%
35%
Black
9%
14%
White
53%
37%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
8%
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
≥80%
85%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
19%
38%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
1%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NJ Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Hoboken Charter School's ranking?
Hoboken Charter School is ranked #394 out of 2,184 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in New Jersey.
What schools are Hoboken Charter School often compared to?
Hoboken Charter Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Elysian Charter School Of Hoboken, Hoboken Dual Language Charter School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
55-59% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 38% NJ state average), while 70-74% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 49% NJ state average).
What is the graduation rate of Hoboken Charter School?
The graduation rate of Hoboken Charter School is 80%, which is lower than the New Jersey state average of 85%.
How many students attend Hoboken Charter School?
299 students attend Hoboken Charter School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
53% of Hoboken Charter School students are White, 21% of students are Hispanic, 9% of students are Asian, 9% of students are Black, and 8% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Hoboken Charter School?
Hoboken Charter School has a student ration of 14:1, which is higher than the New Jersey state average of 11:1.
What grades does Hoboken Charter School offer ?
Hoboken Charter School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-12 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Hoboken Charter School part of?
Hoboken Charter School is part of Hoboken Charter School District.
School Reviews
5 10/10/2025
great school wonderful staff the educational curriculum is outstanding
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