Serving 2,124 students in grades Prekindergarten-12, Great Oaks Legacy 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 22% (which is lower than the New Jersey state average of 36%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 40% (which is lower than the New Jersey state average of 49%).
The student:teacher ratio of 25:1 is higher than the New Jersey state level of 11:1.
Quick Stats (2025)
- School Type: Charter School
- Grades: Prekindergarten-12
- Enrollment: 2,124 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 25:1
- Graduation Rate: ≥95% (Top 10% in NJ)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: 22% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 40% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 8% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NJ Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Great Oaks Legacy Charter School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in New Jersey for:
Category
Attribute
Graduation Rate
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
School Overview
Great Oaks Legacy Charter School's student population of 2,124 students has grown by 30% over five school years.
The teacher population of 86 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-12
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
2,124 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
86 teachers
School Rankings
Great Oaks Legacy Charter School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 2,201 schools in New Jersey (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Great Oaks Legacy Charter School is 0.06, 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
#1537 out of 2201 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
22%
36%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
40%
49%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
8%
23%
Student : Teacher Ratio
25:1
11:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
n/a
10%
Hispanic
3%
34%
Black
97%
15%
White
n/a
38%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
n/a
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
≥95%
85%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
74%
32%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
11%
6%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NJ Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Great Oaks Legacy Charter School's ranking?
Great Oaks Legacy Charter School is ranked #1537 out of 2,201 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in New Jersey.
What schools are Great Oaks Legacy Charter School often compared to?
Great Oaks Legacy Charter Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like North Star Academy Charter School, Discovery Charter School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
22% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 36% NJ state average), while 40% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 49% NJ state average).
What is the graduation rate of Great Oaks Legacy Charter School?
The graduation rate of Great Oaks Legacy Charter School is 95%, which is higher than the New Jersey state average of 85%.
How many students attend Great Oaks Legacy Charter School?
2,124 students attend Great Oaks Legacy Charter School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
97% of Great Oaks Legacy Charter School students are Black, and 3% of students are Hispanic.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Great Oaks Legacy Charter School?
Great Oaks Legacy Charter School has a student ration of 25:1, which is higher than the New Jersey state average of 11:1.
What grades does Great Oaks Legacy Charter School offer ?
Great Oaks Legacy Charter School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-12 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Great Oaks Legacy Charter School part of?
Great Oaks Legacy Charter School is part of Great Oaks Legacy Charter School District.
In what neighborhood is Great Oaks Legacy Charter School located?
Great Oaks Legacy Charter School is located in the Central Ward neighborhood of Newark, NJ. There are 6 other public schools located in Central Ward.
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