LEARNING COMMUNITY CHARTER SCHOOL

Learning Community Charter School is a Title I public charter elementary school that is part of the The Learning Community Charter School school district, located in JERSEY CITY, NJ with about 578 students offering grade levels from Pre-Kindergarten to 8th Grade. Student demographics can be found below. A Title I school provides supplemental financial assistance to school districts for children from low-income families. Its purpose is to provide all children significant opportunity to receive a fair, equitable, and high-quality education. With about 42 teachers, Learning Community Charter School has a student/teacher ratio of about 13:1. The national average for public schools is about 15:1. A lower student/teacher ratio is a key factor that determines how much a teacher can devote his/her time to each individual student thus improving, or reducing (in the event of a higher student/teacher ratio) the attention each student is given for their educational needs.

Learning Community Charter School (LCCS) is a public charter school located in Jersey City, New Jersey, serving students from pre-kindergarten through eighth grade. Founded with a commitment to academic excellence and social responsibility, the school emphasizes a holistic approach to education. LCCS is known for its diverse student body and a curriculum that integrates rigorous core academics with the arts, technology, and character development, aiming to prepare students not only for high school but to be active, thoughtful members of their community.

The school operates with a focus on a "whole child" philosophy, fostering a collaborative environment where parents, teachers, and students work together closely. By utilizing smaller class sizes and personalized learning strategies, LCCS strives to meet the unique needs of every learner. Its location on John F. Kennedy Boulevard makes it a central hub within the Jersey City community, where it remains dedicated to closing the achievement gap and providing equitable educational opportunities for families across the urban district.

For more information, contact Learning Community Charter School at (201) 332-0900 or visit the school personally to speak with a faculty or administrative member about any specific questions you may have.

2495 John F Kennedy Blvd
JERSEY CITY, NJ 07304
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LEARNING COMMUNITY CHARTER SCHOOL is a public Title I Charter school in JERSEY CITY, NJ with about 578 enrolled students. See other public elementary schools in New Jersey

School Details

2017-2018
Level:
Elementary School
Charter School:*
Yes
Total Students:
578
Teachers:
42
NSLP Status:1
Yes participating without using any Provision or the CEO
Qualified free lunch:
0
Qualified reduced-price lunch:
0
Title I Status:2
Title I targeted assistance school
Virtual:
Not Virtual
Grade Levels Offered
Pre-Kindergarten
Kindergarten
1st Grade
2nd Grade
3rd Grade
4th Grade
5th Grade
6th Grade
7th Grade
8th Grade

* A public charter school is a publicly funded school that is typically governed by a group or organization under a legislative contract with the state, the district, or another entity. The charter exempts the school from certain state or local rules and regulations.

1 The National School Lunch Program (NSLP) provides eligible students with free or reduced-price lunch

2 Title I, Part A (Title I) of the Elementary and Secondary Education Act provides supplemental financial assistance to school districts for children from low-income families.

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School Demographics for 578 students

Asian
29.6%
White
27.5%
Hispanic/Latino
19.4%
Black or African American
15.7%
Two or more races
7.3%
Native Hawaiian or Other Pacific Islander
0.5%

Female
47.2%
Male
52.8%

Data for school year 2017-2018 — The information found on this website was provided in part by the U.S. Department of Education, U.S. Census Bureau, the Bureau of Labor and Statistics & various other external sources. We do not verify the contents of the information provided and therefore, cannot guarantee the accuracy of the information displayed on this website.