NJMiddleCharterProfile data from NCES 2023-24

Discovery Charter School — School Profile & District Info

Middle|NEWARK, New Jersey|Discovery Charter School

NEWARK, NJ 07102

School Profile

Grades
4–8
Enrollment
106
Student:Teacher
17.7:1
Locale
Urban
Econ. Disadvantaged
62.3%
Charter School

School Statistics

Academics (SY 2020-21)

ELA Proficiency
45-49%
Math Proficiency
10-14%
Chronic Absenteeism
2.0%
SY 2019-20

Programs & Activities (SY 2021-22)

Gifted & Talented
Student-Teacher Ratio: 7.6:1
Better than average in NJ

District Finance (FY 2023)

Per-Pupil Spending
$24,390
District-level data
Funding Sources
Federal 23%State 9%Local 67%

Community Context

Median Home Value
$456,345
+4.2% YoY
Hudson, NY metro area · Zillow Feb 2026
Community Need Level
Elevated
CDC/ATSDR Social Vulnerability Index 2022

Enrollment Trend (2014-2025)

99
Current enrollment
Declining(-12% 5yr)

Frequently Asked Questions about Discovery Charter School

As of the most recent data, 106 students are enrolled at Discovery Charter School. It is a Middle school within the local district.

Calendar Guides

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