Serving 1,557 students in grades Kindergarten-12, Leap Academy University 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 7% (which is lower than the New Jersey state average of 36%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 19% (which is lower than the New Jersey state average of 49%).
The student:teacher ratio of 15:1 is higher than the New Jersey state level of 11:1.
Quick Stats (2024-25)
- School Type: Charter School
- Grades: Kindergarten-12
- Enrollment: 1,557 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Graduation Rate: ≥95% (Top 10% in NJ)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: 7% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 19% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 4% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NJ Dept. of Education
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Leap Academy University Charter School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in New Jersey for:
Category
Attribute
Graduation Rate
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
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Leap Academy University Charter School's student population of 1,557 students has grown by 5% over five school years.
The teacher population of 106 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-12
Total Students
1,557 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
106 teachers
Students by Grade
Leap Academy University 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 Leap Academy University Charter School is 0.48, 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
#2062 out of 2201 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
7%
36%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
19%
49%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
4%
23%
Student : Teacher Ratio
15:1
11:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
1%
10%
Hispanic
62%
33%
Black
37%
15%
White
n/a
39%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
n/a
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
≥95%
85%
Eligible for Free Lunch
77%
31%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
10%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NJ Dept. of Education
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Leap Academy University Charter School is ranked #2062 out of 2,201 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in New Jersey.
What schools are Leap Academy University Charter School often compared to?
Leap Academy University Charter Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Camden High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
7% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 36% NJ state average), while 19% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 49% NJ state average).
What is the graduation rate of Leap Academy University Charter School?
The graduation rate of Leap Academy University Charter School is 95%, which is higher than the New Jersey state average of 85%.
How many students attend Leap Academy University Charter School?
1,557 students attend Leap Academy University Charter School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
62% of Leap Academy University Charter School students are Hispanic, 37% of students are Black, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Leap Academy University Charter School?
Leap Academy University Charter School has a student ration of 15:1, which is higher than the New Jersey state average of 11:1.
What grades does Leap Academy University Charter School offer ?
Leap Academy University Charter School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-12
What school district is Leap Academy University Charter School part of?
Leap Academy University Charter School is part of Leap Academy University Charter School District.
In what neighborhood is Leap Academy University Charter School located?
Leap Academy University Charter School is located in the Downtown neighborhood of Camden, NJ. There are 1 other public schools located in Downtown.
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