Serving 343 students in grades Kindergarten-8, Link Community 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 16% (which is lower than the New Jersey state average of 38%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 45% (which is lower than the New Jersey state average of 49%).
The student-teacher ratio of 16:1 is higher than the New Jersey state level of 11:1.
Quick Facts (2026)
- School Type: Charter School
- Grades: Kindergarten-8
- Enrollment: 343 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 16:1
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in NJ
- Math Proficiency: 16% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 45% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: ≤5% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NJ Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Link Community Charter School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in New Jersey for:
Category
Attribute
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
School Overview
Link Community Charter School's student population of 343 students has grown by 35% over five school years.
The teacher population of 22 teachers has declined by 15% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-8
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
343 students
Total Classroom Teachers
22 teachers
School Rankings
Link Community 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 Link Community Charter School is 0.28, 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
#1584 out of 2184 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
16%
38%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
45%
49%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
≤5%
23%
Student-Teacher Ratio
16:1
11:1
American Indian
1%
n/a
Asian
n/a
11%
Hispanic
14%
35%
Black
84%
14%
White
n/a
37%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
1%
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
63%
38%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
10%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NJ Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Link Community Charter School's ranking?
Link Community Charter School is ranked #1584 out of 2,184 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in New Jersey.
What schools are Link Community Charter School often compared to?
Link Community Charter Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Great Oaks Legacy Charter School, Fourteenth Avenue School, Lincoln School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
16% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 38% NJ state average), while 45% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 49% NJ state average).
How many students attend Link Community Charter School?
343 students attend Link Community Charter School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
84% of Link Community Charter School students are Black, 14% of students are Hispanic, 1% of students are American Indian, and 1% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Link Community Charter School?
Link Community Charter School has a student ration of 16:1, which is higher than the New Jersey state average of 11:1.
What grades does Link Community Charter School offer ?
Link Community Charter School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-8 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Link Community Charter School part of?
Link Community Charter School is part of Link Community Charter School District.
In what neighborhood is Link Community Charter School located?
Link Community Charter School is located in the South Broad Street neighborhood of Newark, NJ. There are 1 other public schools located in South Broad Street.
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