UNION COUNTY TEAMS CHARTER SCHOOL

Union County TEAMS Charter School is a Title I public charter school that is part of the Union County TEAMS Charter School-High School/College LA school district, located in PLAINFIELD, NJ with about 387 students offering grade levels from Kindergarten to 12th 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 19 teachers, Union County TEAMS Charter School has a student/teacher ratio of about 20:1. 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.

Union County TEAMS Charter School, located in Plainfield, New Jersey, is a specialized public charter school dedicated to providing a rigorous academic environment with a specific focus on **T**echnology, **E**ngineering, **A**rts, **M**ath, and **S**cience. Serving students in grades 6 through 12, the school is designed to prepare pupils for post-secondary success by integrating hands-on, inquiry-based learning with a curriculum that emphasizes technical literacy and critical thinking. Its mission centers on fostering an educational culture that promotes high expectations, personal responsibility, and academic excellence within a supportive community setting.

Beyond its core curriculum, the school distinguishes itself through its commitment to small class sizes and a structured learning environment that prioritizes individual student development. By aligning its programs with modern workforce demands and academic standards, Union County TEAMS aims to bridge the achievement gap and equip its students—many of whom come from diverse urban backgrounds—with the tools necessary for competitive entry into higher education and specialized career fields. The school acts as a focal point for families in Plainfield seeking a focused, STEM-aligned alternative to the traditional public school model.

For more information, contact Union County TEAMS Charter School at (908) 754-9043 or visit the school personally to speak with a faculty or administrative member about any specific questions you may have.