Serving 134 students in grades Kindergarten-8, Ridge And Valley Charter School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in New Jersey for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 30-34% (which is lower than the New Jersey state average of 38%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 50-54% (which is higher than the New Jersey state average of 49%).
The student-teacher ratio of 7:1 is lower than the New Jersey state level of 11:1.
Minority enrollment is 27% 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-8
- Enrollment: 134 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 7:1
- Minority Enrollment: 27%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in NJ
- Math Proficiency: 30-34% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 50-54% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: ≤20% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NJ Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Ridge And Valley Charter School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in New Jersey for:
Category
Attribute
Most improved public schools
Community Size
Student Attention
School Overview
Ridge And Valley Charter School's student population of 134 students has grown by 8% over five school years.
The teacher population of 18 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-8
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
134 students
Total Classroom Teachers
18 teachers
Year Founded
2004
School Calendar
School Motto
Education for a Hopeful Sustainable Future
School Rankings
Ridge And Valley Charter School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 2,184 schools in New Jersey (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Ridge And Valley Charter School is 0.44, 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
#1146 out of 2184 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
30-34%
38%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
50-54%
49%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
≤20%
23%
Student-Teacher Ratio
7:1
11:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
2%
11%
Hispanic
13%
35%
Black
2%
14%
White
73%
37%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
10%
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
27%
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 Ridge And Valley Charter School's ranking?
Ridge And Valley Charter School is ranked #1146 out of 2,184 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in New Jersey.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
30-34% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 38% NJ state average), while 50-54% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 49% NJ state average).
How many students attend Ridge And Valley Charter School?
134 students attend Ridge And Valley Charter School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
73% of Ridge And Valley Charter School students are White, 13% of students are Hispanic, 10% of students are Two or more races, 2% of students are Asian, and 2% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Ridge And Valley Charter School?
Ridge And Valley Charter School has a student ration of 7:1, which is lower than the New Jersey state average of 11:1.
What grades does Ridge And Valley Charter School offer ?
Ridge And Valley Charter School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-8 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Ridge And Valley Charter School part of?
Ridge And Valley Charter School is part of Ridge And Valley Charter School District.
School Reviews
5 10/10/2025
I love the small class sizes, the way the teachers and students collaborate, and how the grades all intermingle. Parents are pretty involved, and my kids both love it.
2 10/10/2025
Small public "environmental" charter school. Academic programs are poor as evidenced by the scores at schooldigger.com and schoolmatters.com. Most classes are way below state averages. Approximately half student body NOT PROFICIENT in NJ ASK in most classes, and 60% NOT PROFICIENT in 8th grade GEPA. There is no certified music teacher, no certified art teacher, no certified gym teacher, no certified secondary language, math or science teachers. Lack of teachers certified in critical areas, combined with an approach where students get checks and check pluses instead of grades helps create an atmosphere where there is not realistic feedback - so their high internal "grades" and feedback make parents feel good, but do not reflect the NJ Ask or GEPA results. There are no sports teams. Facilities are modular trailers, but are more than adequate for the school environment. There is a core group of parents who are very involved. Many of the core group of parents serve as trustees. Trustees are not elected, as would normal school board members. The trustees are run by one or two members. After a candidate goes through an interview in front of the trustees, the trustees then decide if you can become one of them. This system tends to shield the group from the public accountability that you would find in a regular public school board. Perhaps that lack of accountability is part of the cause for the poor academic performance.
5 10/10/2025
The School has made great strides in its 6 years on some levels. The teachers do their best with limited curriculum and materials supplied. The certifications are not always important, however the lead school administrator is not certified, as an admin, a teacher or a sub. She shields the trustees and deflects questions from anyone. Several amazing certified administrators were pushed out by trustees to keep her in control of the school. The school needs elected trustees, certified admins in their area of expertise and at least one great communicator in a leadership role. Those changes would greatly improve the educational and academic experience of the kids who ask for more science, history and arts. The special ed leader excels in every area and is respected by kids, parents and teachers.
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