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Leap Academy University Charter School

130 NORTH BROADWAY, CAMDEN, NJ 08102

About Leap Academy University Charter School

Established in 1997 and located in Camden, New Jersey, LEAP Academy University Charter School is a K–12 public charter school, which is a trailblazer among public charter schools, serving nearly 1,550 lower school (K–6), upper school (7–12), and STEM high school (9–12) students. Among the top elementary schools in Camden, New Jersey,LEAP Academy University Charter offers a college-preparatory curriculum that emphasizes STEM/STEAM education. The education provided by LEAP Academy University Charter School supports interdisciplinary approaches to learning, self-directed learning growth, and critical thinking. In addition to education, LEAP also supports holistic learning through College Access, Health, Wellness, and Family Support Centers with a whole-child support model. LEAP Academy University Charter School is known for its high graduation rates and commitment to engagement in Camden's educational and community development.

Leap Academy University Charter School Contact Information

Address

130 NORTH BROADWAY, CAMDEN, NJ 08102

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Phone

(856) 614-0400

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Academic Performance

Subject Proficiency

Mathematics 8%
Reading 19%
State average proficiency is 8% in Math and 19% in Reading.
102
Full-time Teachers
15 : 1
Student-Teacher Ratio
1559
Total Students
TOP 221 IN STEM IN STATE

Robotics & STEM
at Leap Academy University Charter School

2.5X
More likely to pursue STEM Careers
80%
Jobs that will require STEM in 2030
2.5X
More likely to persue STEM Careers
80%
Jobs that will require STEM in 2030
  • 🤖 Coding & Debugging
  • 🧪 Hobby Electronics and Engineering
  • 👩‍💻 Apply Math in Science and Engineering
  • 🛠️ 3D Printing
🚀
Hands-on with real robots
🏆
Led by competition winners
🎓
STEM career pathways

Recent News & Updates

New Playground Name

We are so excited to announce the name of our new playground! Following a school-wide and Robinson community vote we narrowed a large list of names down to four. Since our students will be using the playground on a daily basis, we gave them the final vote! 476.....

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Mansfield Public Schools Educator Spotlight: Pathways of a Fourth-Grade Teacher

MANSFIELD — Inside the brick building on East Street, four educators who began teaching within 2 years of each other, all spending the beginning of their careers teaching fourth grade at Jordan/Jackson Elementary School...

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School Timings

Regular School Hours

All Grades: 7:30am-3:15pm

Early Dismissal Days

Dismissal Time: 12:15 PM

Note: Doors open at 7:15 AM for student arrival. Please refer to the school calendar for specific early dismissal dates.

After School Activities

Information coming soon

School Session Dates

September to June

School session starts in September 1st week and ends in June 3rd week. For exact dates, please contact the school.

Student Demographics

White 1%
Asian 1%
Hispanic 61.6%
Black 37.5%
Two+ Races 0%
Native Am. 0%
White
1%
Asian
1%
Hispanic
61.6%
Black
37.5%
Two+ Races
0%
Native Am.
0%

Gender Distribution

Total Students: 1559
52.7%
822 Female
47.3%
737 Male

Student Population

1559 Students

With a student-teacher ratio of 15 : 1

Minority Enrollment

25%

Percentage of minority students

Students per Counselor

359 : 1

Student to counselor ratio

Remarkable Alumni

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Latest News

A program that will allow high school seniors to earn college credits, and be eligible for scholarships as a part of a new nursing initiative that will help address the nursing shortage in the community.

All team members received recognition for their participation and noted skills in innovation and entrepreneurship at the Project Invent Northeast Regional Competition.

FAQ

Q1. What does the school require for students to wear?

Ans. Students must wear a uniform, the uniform varies based on grade level.

Q2. Are meals offered at the school?

Ans. Yes, students who qualify are provided free or reduced-price breakfast and lunch.

Q3. Can the students of the LEAP program take Advanced Placement (AP) or honors classes?

Ans. Yes, high school students are able to register for AP or honors classes, which will include courses in math, science, and English.

Q4. Will the school provide technology for students to use?

Ans. LEAP uses technology in classrooms with tablets or computers, as well as STEM labs.

Q5. Are there any programs provided in the summer?

Ans. Yes, LEAP provides summer enrichment programming to support continued education and skills.

Games & Extracurricular Activities

Sports

  • Soccer Club Grades 1-3 | Mon/Wed 3:30-4:30pm
  • Basketball Grades 2-4 | Tue/Thu 3:30-4:45pm
  • Track & Field Grades 3-5 | Fri 3:30-5:00pm

Arts

  • Art Club Grades K-2 | Mon 3:00-4:00pm
  • Drama Club Grades 3-5 | Wed 3:30-5:00pm
  • Choir Grades 2-5 | Thu 3:15-4:15pm

Clubs

  • Chess Club Grades 2-5 | Fri 3:15-4:15pm
  • Garden Club All Grades | Tue 3:15-4:00pm
  • Robotics Club Grades 3-5 | Thu 3:30-5:00pm

Note: Schedules may change during school holidays. Please contact School for exact Schedule.

Summer Suggested Reading

Horn Book Selections

Vocabulary.com +3 Horn Book +3 What to Read to Your Kids +3
ML

Maggie Lou, Firefox

by Arnolda Dufour Bowes

PS

The Puppets of Spelhorst

by Kate DiCamillo

MLV

The Mona Lisa Vanishes

by Nicholas Day

Vocabulary.com Top Picks

Penguin Random House +10 Vocabulary.com +10 Wikipedia +10
F

Frindle

by Andrew Clements

WR

The Wild Robot

by Peter Brown

JGP

James and the Giant Peach

by Roald Dahl

Penguin Random House Features

Horn Book +2 Penguin Random House +2 The Guardian +2
SLB

The Secret Language of Birds

by Lynne Kelly

S

The Swifts: A Dictionary of Scoundrels

by Beth Lincoln

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