Serving 2,440 students in grades Prekindergarten-12, Camden's Promise 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 15% (which is lower than the New Jersey state average of 38%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 32% (which is lower than the New Jersey state average of 49%).
The student-teacher ratio of 12:1 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 62% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2025-26)
- School Type: Charter School
- Grades: Prekindergarten-12
- Enrollment: 2,440 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 12:1
- Minority Enrollment: 99%
- Graduation Rate: ≥95% (Top 20% in NJ)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: 15% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 32% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 6% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NJ Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Camden's Promise Charter School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in New Jersey for:
Category
Attribute
Graduation Rate
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
School Overview
Camden's Promise Charter School's student population of 2,440 students has grown by 8% over five school years.
The teacher population of 209 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-12
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
2,440 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
209 teachers
School Rankings
Camden's Promise 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 Camden's Promise Charter School is 0.25, 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
#1812 out of 2184 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
15%
38%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
32%
49%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
6%
23%
Student-Teacher Ratio
12:1
11:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
n/a
11%
Hispanic
86%
34%
Black
13%
14%
White
1%
38%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
n/a
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
≥95%
85%
Eligible for Free Lunch
77%
32%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
13%
6%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NJ Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Camden's Promise Charter School's ranking?
Camden's Promise Charter School is ranked #1812 out of 2,184 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in New Jersey.
What schools are Camden's Promise Charter School often compared to?
Camden's Promise Charter Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Mastery Schools Of Camden Inc. by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
15% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 38% NJ state average), while 32% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 49% NJ state average).
What is the graduation rate of Camden's Promise Charter School?
The graduation rate of Camden's Promise Charter School is 95%, which is higher than the New Jersey state average of 85%.
How many students attend Camden's Promise Charter School?
2,440 students attend Camden's Promise Charter School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
86% of Camden's Promise Charter School students are Hispanic, 13% of students are Black, and 1% of students are White.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Camden's Promise Charter School?
Camden's Promise Charter School has a student ration of 12:1, which is higher than the New Jersey state average of 11:1.
What grades does Camden's Promise Charter School offer ?
Camden's Promise Charter School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-12 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Camden's Promise Charter School part of?
Camden's Promise Charter School is part of Camden's Promise Charter School District.
In what neighborhood is Camden's Promise Charter School located?
Camden's Promise Charter School is located in the Biedman neighborhood of Camden, NJ.
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