Link Community Charter School

Charter School 339 Students
Middle School K - 8th
School Overview
Link Community Charter School, located at 23 Pennsylvania Avenue in Newark, New Jersey, is a public charter middle school serving students in grades 5 through 8. Originally founded as a private institution with a rich history of serving the Newark community, the school transitioned to a charter model to continue its mission of providing a high-quality, rigorous education to students from diverse socioeconomic backgrounds. The school is known for its "whole-child" approach, which emphasizes not only academic achievement but also character development, social-emotional learning, and the cultivation of leadership skills.

The school’s academic philosophy is built upon a challenging curriculum that prepares students for success in competitive high schools and beyond. Link utilizes a structured, supportive environment that incorporates extended school days and a focus on community values to ensure that students remain engaged and accountable. By prioritizing small class sizes, individualized attention, and a strong partnership between faculty and families, Link Community Charter School aims to close the opportunity gap and empower its students to become active, responsible, and effective contributors to their communities.
339
Total Students
20.0
Full-Time Teachers
16.9
Student/Teacher Ratio
73.2%
Free/Reduced Lunch
Student Demographics

Student Demographics Data Table

Student Demographics for Link Community Charter School
Demographic Student Count
Hispanic26
Black311
Asian1
Two or More1
  • Black
    311 (91.7 %)
  • Hispanic
    26 (7.7 %)
  • Asian
    1 (0.3 %)
  • Two or More
    1 (0.3 %)
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: Link Community Charter School
Phone: (973)642-0529
Website: http://www.linkschool.org
Grade Range: K - 8th
Total Students: 339
Full-Time Teachers (FTE): 20.0
Pupil/Teacher Ratio: 16.9
NSLP Participation:1 Yes participating without using any Provision or the CEO
Qualified Free Lunch: 215
Qualified Reduced Lunch: 33
Grades Taught
Kindergarten 39
Grade 1 36
Grade 5 53
Grade 6 53
Grade 7 80
Grade 8 78

Grades Taught Data Table

Grades Taught and Student Counts for Link Community Charter School
Grade Student Count
Kindergarten39
Grade 136
Grade 553
Grade 653
Grade 780
Grade 878
Gender Ratio

Student Gender Ratio Data Table

Student Gender Ratio for Link Community Charter School
Gender Student Count Percentage
Female17551.6%
Male16448.4%
Nearby Middle Schools (Within 10 Miles)