For the 2026 school year, there are 2 public charter schools serving 1,579 students in 07501, NJ.
The top-ranked public charter schools in 07501, NJ are Philip's Academy Charter School Of Paterson and Community Charter School Of Paterson. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public charter schools in zipcode 07501 have an average math proficiency score of 15% (versus the New Jersey public charter school average of 29%), and reading proficiency score of 22% (versus the 45% statewide average). Charter schools in 07501, NJ have an average ranking of 2/10, which is in the bottom 50% of New Jersey public charter schools.
Minority enrollment is 99% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the New Jersey public charter school average of 94% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Best 07501, NJ Public Charter Schools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Philip's Academy Charter School Of Paterson
Charter School
(Math: 20% | Reading: 22%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
47 State Street
Paterson, NJ 07501
(973) 247-8920
Paterson, NJ 07501
(973) 247-8920
Gr: K-8 | 683 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 98%
Rank: #22.
Community Charter School Of Paterson
Charter School
(Math: 12% | Reading: 22%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
75 Spruce St
Paterson, NJ 07501
(973) 413-2057
Paterson, NJ 07501
(973) 413-2057
Gr: K-8 | 896 students Student-teacher ratio: 18:1
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public charter schools in 07501, NJ?
The top-ranked public charter schools in 07501, NJ include Philip's Academy Charter School Of Paterson and Community Charter School Of Paterson.
How many public charter schools are located in 07501?
2 public charter schools are located in 07501.
What is the racial composition of students in 07501?
07501 public charter schools minority enrollment is 99% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the New Jersey public charter schools average of 94% (majority Hispanic and Black).
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