Discovery Charter School
Charter School
105 Students
Middle School 4th - 8th
School Overview
Discovery Charter School, located at 240 Halsey Street in Newark, New Jersey, is a tuition-free public charter school serving students in grades K–8. Established with a commitment to providing a high-quality, rigorous educational experience, the school emphasizes a structured learning environment designed to prepare students for success in competitive high schools and beyond. The curriculum is typically characterized by a strong focus on core academic subjects, particularly literacy and mathematics, while fostering a supportive community culture that prioritizes character development and student engagement.
As a charter school, Discovery operates with a specific mission to bridge the educational achievement gap within the Newark community. It utilizes a longer school day and extended academic year to maximize instructional time and provide students with additional support services. By maintaining small class sizes and emphasizing parental involvement, the school aims to cultivate a personalized learning atmosphere that addresses the unique needs of each student, ensuring they have the foundational skills and academic discipline necessary to excel in an increasingly complex global landscape.
As a charter school, Discovery operates with a specific mission to bridge the educational achievement gap within the Newark community. It utilizes a longer school day and extended academic year to maximize instructional time and provide students with additional support services. By maintaining small class sizes and emphasizing parental involvement, the school aims to cultivate a personalized learning atmosphere that addresses the unique needs of each student, ensuring they have the foundational skills and academic discipline necessary to excel in an increasingly complex global landscape.
105
Total Students
5.5
Full-Time Teachers
19.1
Student/Teacher Ratio
80.0%
Free/Reduced Lunch
Student Demographics
Student Demographics Data Table
| Demographic | Student Count |
|---|---|
| White | 1 |
| Hispanic | 6 |
| Black | 96 |
| Asian | 1 |
| Pacific Islander | 1 |
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Black96 (91.4 %)
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Hispanic6 (5.7 %)
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White1 (1.0 %)
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Asian1 (1.0 %)
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Pacific Islander1 (1.0 %)
School Location
School Details
| Status: | Open |
|---|---|
| School Level: | Middle School |
| School Type: | Regular School |
| Charter Status:* | Charter School |
| Virtual Instruction: | No virtual instruction |
| Shared Time Status: | No |
| District: | Discovery Charter School |
| Phone: | (973)623-0222 |
| Website: | http://www.discoverycs.org |
| Grade Range: | 4th - 8th |
| Total Students: | 105 |
| Full-Time Teachers (FTE): | 5.5 |
| Pupil/Teacher Ratio: | 19.1 |
| NSLP Participation:1 | No |
| Qualified Free Lunch: | 75 |
| Qualified Reduced Lunch: | 9 |
Grades Taught
Grade 4
15
Grade 5
22
Grade 6
22
Grade 7
22
Grade 8
24
Grades Taught Data Table
| Grade | Student Count |
|---|---|
| Grade 4 | 15 |
| Grade 5 | 22 |
| Grade 6 | 22 |
| Grade 7 | 22 |
| Grade 8 | 24 |
Gender Ratio
Student Gender Ratio Data Table
| Gender | Student Count | Percentage |
|---|---|---|
| Female | 54 | 51.4% |
| Male | 51 | 48.6% |
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