School Overview
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.
1,044
Total Students
57.0
Full-Time Teachers
18.3
Student/Teacher Ratio
99.4%
Free/Reduced Lunch
Student Demographics

Student Demographics Data Table

Student Demographics for Foundation Academy Charter School
Demographic Student Count
White8
Hispanic490
Black528
Asian2
Two or More14
American Indian1
Pacific Islander1
  • Black
    528 (50.6 %)
  • Hispanic
    490 (46.9 %)
  • Two or More
    14 (1.3 %)
  • White
    8 (0.8 %)
  • Asian
    2 (0.2 %)
  • American Indian
    1 (0.1 %)
  • Pacific Islander
    1 (0.1 %)
School Location
School Details
Status: Open
School Level: Other
School Type: Regular School
Charter Status:* Charter School
Virtual Instruction: No virtual instruction
Shared Time Status: No
District: Foundation Academy Charter School
Phone: (609)920-9200
Website: http://www.foundationacademies.org/
Grade Range: K - 12th
Total Students: 1,044
Full-Time Teachers (FTE): 57.0
Pupil/Teacher Ratio: 18.3
NSLP Participation:1 Yes participating without using any Provision or the CEO
Qualified Free Lunch: 905
Qualified Reduced Lunch: 133
Grades Taught
Kindergarten 81
Grade 1 85
Grade 2 86
Grade 3 83
Grade 4 83
Grade 5 84
Grade 6 81
Grade 7 83
Grade 8 83
Grade 9 82
Grade 10 76
Grade 11 62
Grade 12 75

Grades Taught Data Table

Grades Taught and Student Counts for Foundation Academy Charter School
Grade Student Count
Kindergarten81
Grade 185
Grade 286
Grade 383
Grade 483
Grade 584
Grade 681
Grade 783
Grade 883
Grade 982
Grade 1076
Grade 1162
Grade 1275
Gender Ratio

Student Gender Ratio Data Table

Student Gender Ratio for Foundation Academy Charter School
Gender Student Count Percentage
Female53751.4%
Male50748.6%
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