Robert Treat Academy Charter School is a charter school that serves students in kindergarten through eighth grade in Newark, in Essex County, New Jersey, United States. One of the initial group of 17 charter schools approved in January 1997, the school opened in September 1997 as the state's first charter school.
Serving 702 students in grades Kindergarten-8, Robert Treat Academy Charter School ranks in the top 50% of all schools in New Jersey for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 47% (which is higher than the New Jersey state average of 38%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 65% (which is higher than the New Jersey state average of 49%).
The student-teacher ratio of 19:1 is higher than the New Jersey state level of 11:1.
Minority enrollment is 99% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the New Jersey state average of 63% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- School Type: Charter School
- Grades: Kindergarten-8
- Enrollment: 702 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 19:1
- Minority Enrollment: 99%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in NJ
- Math Proficiency: 47% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 65% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: 20-24% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NJ Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Robert Treat Academy Charter School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in New Jersey for:
Category
Attribute
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
School Overview
Robert Treat Academy Charter School's student population of 702 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 37 teachers has declined by 11% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-8
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
702 students
Total Classroom Teachers
37 teachers
Year Founded
1997
School Calendar
Average Class Size
25 students
School Rankings
Robert Treat Academy Charter School ranks within the top 50% of all 2,184 schools in New Jersey (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Robert Treat Academy Charter School is 0.49, 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
#668 out of 2184 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
47%
38%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
65%
49%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
20-24%
23%
Student-Teacher Ratio
19:1
11:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
1%
11%
Hispanic
64%
35%
Black
32%
14%
White
1%
37%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
2%
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
66%
38%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
13%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Robert Treat Academy Charter School District
Extracurriculars
Total ExtracurricularsTotal Extra-curric.
10 extracurriculars
ExtracurricularsExtra-curric.
BaseballBoys' and Girls' Basketball
ChorusDebate Team
DramaOrchestra
SoccerStand & Deliver
Student CouncilT-Ball.
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NJ Dept. of Education
School Notes
- Children must be Newark residents to be eligible for enrollment.
- Children must be five years old on or before October 1 to be eligible for the kindergarten lottery.
- In accordance with the NJ Charter School Act of 1995, siblings of existing students are given preference in enrollment.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Robert Treat Academy Charter School's ranking?
Robert Treat Academy Charter School is ranked #668 out of 2,184 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in New Jersey.
What schools are Robert Treat Academy Charter School often compared to?
Robert Treat Academy Charter Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like The Gray Charter School, North Star Academy Charter School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
47% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 38% NJ state average), while 65% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 49% NJ state average).
How many students attend Robert Treat Academy Charter School?
702 students attend Robert Treat Academy Charter School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
64% of Robert Treat Academy Charter School students are Hispanic, 32% of students are Black, 2% of students are Two or more races, 1% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are White.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Robert Treat Academy Charter School?
Robert Treat Academy Charter School has a student ration of 19:1, which is higher than the New Jersey state average of 11:1.
What grades does Robert Treat Academy Charter School offer ?
Robert Treat Academy Charter School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-8 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Robert Treat Academy Charter School part of?
Robert Treat Academy Charter School is part of Robert Treat Academy Charter School District.
In what neighborhood is Robert Treat Academy Charter School located?
Robert Treat Academy Charter School is located in the Forest Hill neighborhood of Newark, NJ. There are 4 other public schools located in Forest Hill.
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