FOUNDATION ACADEMY CHARTER SCHOOL
Foundation Academy Charter School is a public charter school that is part of the Foundation Academy Charter School school district, located in Trenton, NJ with about 1,036 students offering grade levels from Kindergarten to 12th Grade. Student demographics can be found below. With about 74 teachers, Foundation Academy 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.
Foundation Academy Charter School, located at 363 West State Street in Trenton, New Jersey, is a tuition-free public charter school dedicated to providing a rigorous college-preparatory education to students in the local community. The school operates on a philosophy that sets high academic and behavioral expectations, aiming to equip its students with the skills and discipline necessary to succeed in higher education and beyond. By focusing on a structured environment and a comprehensive curriculum, Foundation Academy strives to bridge the achievement gap and empower its students to become leaders who will positively impact their neighborhoods.
The school is noted for its "K-12" model, serving students across multiple grade levels through a network of campuses. Their approach emphasizes strong teacher-student relationships, data-driven instruction, and a culture of accountability. Beyond core academics, Foundation Academy places a significant focus on character development and community involvement, encouraging students to take responsibility for their own success and their contributions to the Trenton community. As a public charter, it remains open to all students residing in Trenton, functioning as a key educational alternative for families seeking a focused and ambitious academic program.
For more information, contact Foundation Academy Charter School at (609) 920-9200 or visit the school personally to speak with a faculty or administrative member about any specific questions you may have.
Trenton, NJ 08608
(609) 920-9200
FOUNDATION ACADEMY CHARTER SCHOOL is a public Charter school in Trenton, NJ with about 1,036 enrolled students. See other public other schools in New Jersey
School Details
- Level:
- Other
- Charter School:*
- Yes
- District:
- Foundation Academy Charter School
- Total Students:
- 1,036
- Teachers:
- 74
- NSLP Status:1
- Yes participating without using any Provision or the CEO
- Qualified free lunch:
- 0
- Qualified reduced-price lunch:
- 0
- Title I Status:2
- Not a Title I school
- Virtual:
- Not Virtual
* A public charter school is a publicly funded school that is typically governed by a group or organization under a legislative contract with the state, the district, or another entity. The charter exempts the school from certain state or local rules and regulations.
1 The National School Lunch Program (NSLP) provides eligible students with free or reduced-price lunch
2 Title I, Part A (Title I) of the Elementary and Secondary Education Act provides supplemental financial assistance to school districts for children from low-income families.
School Demographics for 1,036 students
- Black or African American
- 52.1%
- Hispanic/Latino
- 45.6%
- Two or more races
- 1.0%
- White
- 0.7%
- Asian
- 0.5%
- American Indian or Alaska Native
- 0.1%
- Native Hawaiian or Other Pacific Islander
- 0.1%
- Female
- 55.2%
- Male
- 44.8%
Data for school year 2017-2018 — The information found on this website was provided in part by the U.S. Department of Education, U.S. Census Bureau, the Bureau of Labor and Statistics & various other external sources. We do not verify the contents of the information provided and therefore, cannot guarantee the accuracy of the information displayed on this website.