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CER ranks New Jersey's charter school law 17th strongest of the nation's 40 laws, with an overall grade of C. The law was passed in 1996.
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Alphabetical Listing of Schools: 1 - 25 of 74
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Academy Charter High School
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1725 Main St.
South Belmar, NJ 7719
Phone: 732-681-8377
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Opened 1998
Enrollment: 200
Grades: 9-12
Status: Open
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Description:
Provides a challenging and nurturing environment founded on virtues of courage, respect, truth and honor. Uses block scheduling and an interdisciplinary college preparatory curriculum.
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Adelaide L. Sanford Charter School
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53 Lincoln Park
Newark, NJ 7102
Phone: 973-297-1275
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Opened 2007
Enrollment: 144
Grades: K-2
Status: Open
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Description:
Standards-based curriculum.
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Bergen Arts and Science Charter School
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200 MacArthur Ave.
Garfield, NJ 7026
Phone: 201-880-6256
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Opened 2007
Enrollment: 360
Grades: K-5
Status: Open
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Description:
Project-oriented, interdisciplinary and thematic curriculum with state-of-the-art technology infused through the program.
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Burch Charter School of Excellence
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100 Linden Ave.
Irvington, NJ 7111
Phone: 973-854-0415
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Opened 2008
Enrollment:
Grades: K-1
Status: Open
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Description:
Curriculum will emphasize the basics of literacy, mathematics and technology.
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Camden Academy Charter High School
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879 Beideman Ave.
Camden, NJ 8105
Phone: 856-365-1000
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Opened 2001
Enrollment: 400
Grades: 9-12
Status: Open
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Description:
Anchored by the New Jersey Core Curriculum Content Standards and delivered in a collegiate academy style. There are two academies: an Academy of Business and an Academy of Science. A strong focus is placed on guidance programs.
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Camdens Pride Charter School
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820 Lois Ave.
Camden, NJ 8105
Phone: 856-365-1000 x 318
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Opened 2008
Enrollment: 84
Grades: K-1
Status: Open
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Description:
Focus on literacy, math and technology. Encourage students to learn through experimentation and creativity.
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Camdens Promise Charter School
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879 Beideman Ave.
Camden, NJ 8105
Phone: 856-365-1000
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Opened 1998
Enrollment: 400
Grades: 5-8
Status: Open
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Description:
For at-risk youth with rigorous academics using a holistic approach. Stresses development of character, leadership skills, conflict-resolution abilities and community responsibility.
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Capital Preparatory Charter High School
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22 Grand St.
Trenton, NJ 8611
Phone: 609-393-9060
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Opened 2008
Enrollment: 200
Grades: 9-10
Status: Open
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Description:
College preparatory program with longer school day and longer school year.
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Central Jersey Arts Charter School
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35-37 Watchung Ave.
Plainfield, NJ 7060
Phone: 908-753-0030
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Opened 2006
Enrollment: 230
Grades: K-5
Status: Open
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Description:
Core curriculum enhanced with art education.
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Central Jersey College Prep Charter School
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17 School House Rd.
Somerset, NJ 8873
Phone: 732-302-9991
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Opened 2006
Enrollment: 180
Grades: 7-9
Status: Open
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Description:
Promotes strong partnership between student, teacher and parent.
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Charter-Tech. High School for Performing Arts
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413 New Rd.
Somers Point, NJ 8244
Phone: 609-926-7694
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Opened 1999
Enrollment: 250
Grades: 9-12
Status: Open
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Description:
Committed to public arts and advanced technology education. Students receive specialized instruction and performance opportunities and prepare artistic performances and academic portfolios.
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CREATE Charter School
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164 Lembeck Ave.
Jersey City, NJ 7305
Phone: 201-413-1500
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Opened 2001
Enrollment: 400
Grades: 9-12
Status: Open
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Description:
Offers rigorous curricula organized around mathematics, science and humanities. Technology-based curriculum facilitates students ability to think critically, analyze and solve problems and apply knowledge.
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East Orange Community Charter School
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99 Washington St
East Orange, NJ 7017
Phone: 973-996-0400
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Opened 1998
Enrollment: 485
Grades: K-4
Status: Open
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Description:
Seeks to promote excellence by providing students hands-on, active learning experiences through back-to-basics activities that allow spontaneity, creativity, innovation and challenges. Parental and community involvement encouraged.
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Ellen G. Pressman Charter School
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232 E. Front St.
Plainfield, NJ 7060
Phone: 908-668-7770
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Opened 2009
Enrollment:
Grades: 6-8
Status: Open
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Description:
School focuses on music and performing arts
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Elysian Charter School
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301 Garden St.
Hoboken, NJ 7030
Phone: 201-876-0102
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Opened 1997
Enrollment: 272
Grades: K-8
Status: Open
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Description:
Provides students with an understanding and appreciation for the worlds human and natural environments through the study of the local community. Parent-teacher-community collaboration emphasized.
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Emily Fisher Charter School
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31 Chancery Ln.
Trenton, NJ 8618
Phone: 609-656-1444
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Opened 1998
Enrollment: 255
Grades: 6-12
Status: Open
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Description:
Addresses the needs of seriously disruptive students without sacrificing high academic standards. Each student must discover a personal interest on which to build a personal curriculum.
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Englewood on the Palisades Charter School
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65 W. Demarest Ave.
Englewood, NJ 7631
Phone: 201-569-9765
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Opened 1998
Enrollment: 202
Grades: K-6
Status: Open
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Description:
Emphasis on active, in-depth learning, collaborative learning, diversity and student portfolios.
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Foundation Academy Charter School
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333 S. Broad St.
Trenton, NJ 8608
Phone: 609-920-9200
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Opened 2007
Enrollment: 88
Grades: 5-6
Status: Open
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Description:
Focus on urban adolescents, building community and results and values focus. College prep.
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Freedom Academy, A KIPP School
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1400 Collings Rd.
Camden, NJ 8104
Phone: 856-962-0766
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Opened 2004
Enrollment: 257
Grades: 5-8
Status: Open
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Description:
Demanding curriculum. Focus on at-risk children. Offers an extended day and Saturday sessions.
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Galloway Community Charter School
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112 S. New York Rd.
Galloway, NJ 8205
Phone: 609-652-7118
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Opened 1997
Enrollment: 292
Grades: K-8
Status: Open
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Description:
Child-centered environment that promotes independent and cooperative learning based on inquiry and exploration. Seeks to foster academic achievement and increase parental involvement.
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Gray Charter School
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55 Liberty St.
Newark, NJ 7102
Phone: 973-824-6661
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Opened 2000
Enrollment: 300
Grades: K-8
Status: Open
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Description:
Positive learning atmosphere by focusing on the fundamental academic disciplines.
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RESOURCES
New Jersey Charter Public Schools Association
349 West State St., 4th Floor
Trenton, NJ 08618
Phone: 609-989-9700
Fax: 609-989-9745
Contact: Rick Pressler, Interim Director
Email: info@njcharters.org
NJCPSA works to provide a clear and distinctive voice for the state's charter schools, educating the public about their progress and ensuring that they thrive for the benefit of students statewide.
New Jersey Charter School Resource Center
Center for Effective School Practices, Rutgers; 80 Cottontail Lane, Suite 410
80 Cottontail Lane, Suite 410
Somerset, NJ 08873
Phone: 732-564-9100
Fax: 732-564-9099
Contact: Heather R. Ngoma, Director
Email: hngoma@rci.rutgers.edu
The Charter School Resource Center provides technical assistance to help charter schools start up and operate successfully. The Center also offers workshops, networking and advocacy of charter school and other innovations in public education.
New Jersey Department of Education (NJ DOE)
P.O. Box 500
Trenton, NJ 08625-0500
Phone: 609-292-5850
Fax: 609-633-9825
Contact: Colleen Schulz, Education Planner, Office of Charter Schools
Email: cschulz@doe.state.nj.us
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