COLLEGE ACHIEVE GREATER ASBURY PARK CHARTER SCHOOL

College Achieve Greater Asbury Park Charter School is a Title I public charter elementary school that is part of the College Achieve Greater Asbury Park Charter School Distr school district, located in Asbury Park, NJ with about 168 students offering grade levels from Kindergarten to 6th Grade. 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 12 teachers, College Achieve Greater Asbury Park Charter School has a student/teacher ratio of about 14:1. 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.

College Achieve Greater Asbury Park (CAGAP) is a public charter school serving students in grades K–12 in Asbury Park, New Jersey. The school is part of the broader College Achieve Public Schools (CAPS) network, which is built on the core philosophy that every student, regardless of their socioeconomic background or zip code, deserves access to a high-quality, college-preparatory education. By maintaining a rigorous academic culture and a long-term focus on higher education, the school aims to bridge the achievement gap for students in the local community.

The school’s pedagogical approach emphasizes personalized learning, data-driven instruction, and the development of strong character traits. Beyond the traditional core curriculum, CAGAP integrates enrichment programs, including STEM initiatives and the arts, to ensure students are well-rounded and prepared for competitive university environments. With a mission rooted in the belief that "college begins in kindergarten," the school provides students with consistent exposure to college-readiness milestones and academic support structures designed to ensure graduation and subsequent success in post-secondary education.

For more information, contact College Achieve Greater Asbury Park Charter School at (732) 890-7338 or visit the school personally to speak with a faculty or administrative member about any specific questions you may have.