Hoboken Dual Language Charter School
Charter School
422 Students
Elementary School K - 8th
School Overview
The Hoboken Dual Language Charter School (HOLA) is a tuition-free public charter school located in Hoboken, New Jersey, that serves students from kindergarten through eighth grade. The school is defined by its commitment to bilingualism, biliteracy, and biculturalism, offering a rigorous academic program where students are instructed in both English and Spanish. By integrating language immersion into the core curriculum, HOLA aims to prepare students to succeed in a global society while fostering cross-cultural understanding and high academic achievement.
Beyond its language-focused mission, the school emphasizes a holistic approach to education that prioritizes critical thinking, collaboration, and community engagement. As a charter school, HOLA operates with a high degree of autonomy, allowing it to maintain small class sizes and a specialized curriculum that challenges students to become proficient in two languages by the time they graduate. The school is a highly sought-after institution in the Hoboken community, known for its inclusive environment and its dedication to equipping students with the communication skills necessary for future academic and professional success.
Beyond its language-focused mission, the school emphasizes a holistic approach to education that prioritizes critical thinking, collaboration, and community engagement. As a charter school, HOLA operates with a high degree of autonomy, allowing it to maintain small class sizes and a specialized curriculum that challenges students to become proficient in two languages by the time they graduate. The school is a highly sought-after institution in the Hoboken community, known for its inclusive environment and its dedication to equipping students with the communication skills necessary for future academic and professional success.
422
Total Students
16.0
Full-Time Teachers
26.4
Student/Teacher Ratio
9.2%
Free/Reduced Lunch
Student Demographics
Student Demographics Data Table
| Demographic | Student Count |
|---|---|
| White | 223 |
| Hispanic | 121 |
| Black | 10 |
| Asian | 64 |
| American Indian | 3 |
| Pacific Islander | 1 |
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White223 (52.8 %)
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Hispanic121 (28.7 %)
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Asian64 (15.2 %)
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Black10 (2.4 %)
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American Indian3 (0.7 %)
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Pacific Islander1 (0.2 %)
School Location
School Details
| Status: | Open |
|---|---|
| School Level: | Elementary School |
| School Type: | Regular School |
| Charter Status:* | Charter School |
| Virtual Instruction: | No virtual instruction |
| Shared Time Status: | No |
| District: | Hoboken Dual Language Charter School |
| Phone: | (201)427-1458 |
| Website: | http://holahoboken.org/ |
| Grade Range: | K - 8th |
| Total Students: | 422 |
| Full-Time Teachers (FTE): | 16.0 |
| Pupil/Teacher Ratio: | 26.4 |
| NSLP Participation:1 | Yes participating without using any Provision or the CEO |
| Qualified Free Lunch: | 34 |
| Qualified Reduced Lunch: | 5 |
Grades Taught
Kindergarten
50
Grade 1
51
Grade 2
48
Grade 3
49
Grade 4
47
Grade 5
47
Grade 6
48
Grade 7
44
Grade 8
38
Grades Taught Data Table
| Grade | Student Count |
|---|---|
| Kindergarten | 50 |
| Grade 1 | 51 |
| Grade 2 | 48 |
| Grade 3 | 49 |
| Grade 4 | 47 |
| Grade 5 | 47 |
| Grade 6 | 48 |
| Grade 7 | 44 |
| Grade 8 | 38 |
Gender Ratio
Student Gender Ratio Data Table
| Gender | Student Count | Percentage |
|---|---|---|
| Female | 198 | 46.9% |
| Male | 224 | 53.1% |
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