Jersey City Global Charter School

255 CONGRESS ST JERSEY CITY NJ 07307

Top 10% School in New Jersey

Ranked 27 of 205 in New Jersey

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About Jersey City Global Charter School

Jersey City Global Charter School is recognized as one of the best Elementary Schools in New Jersey for its strong academic, innovative practices. The school serves students from Kindergarten through 8th grade and is in the top 20% in the state for test scores, which include over 80% reading proficiency and nearly 60% mastery of math proficient. The student body represents the diverse and rich culture of Jersey City, creating a fun and inclusive atmosphere. The school promotes real-world learning and differentiated instruction through extended hours. Extended hours provide both tutoring and enrichment programs. Spanish language instruction and community-based activities make it a comprehensive curriculum. Families can appreciate the commitment to academic achievement and personal growth that Jersey City Global Charter School has for students, making it a one of the best Elementary Schools in New Jersey.

Contact Information

Address

255 CONGRESS ST JERSEY CITY NJ 07307

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Phone

(201) 744-2444

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Academic Performance

Subject Proficiency

Mathematics 60%
Reading 80%
State average proficiency is 60% in Math and 80% in Reading.
23
Full-time Teachers
19 : 1
Student-Teacher Ratio
37
Teachers In First Or Second Year (yrs)
416
Total Students

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TOP 27 IN STEM IN STATE

Robotics & STEM
at Jersey City Global 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

School Ratings

Ranked

27

of 205 in New Jersey

Recent News & Updates

New Playground Name

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School Timings

Regular School Hours

All Grades: 8:00 AM - 3:00 PM

Early Dismissal Days

Dismissal Time: 12:15 PM

Note: Doors open at 7:45 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 4.81%
Asian 56.01%
Hispanic 31.01%
Black 6.73%
Two+ Races 0.72%
Native Am. 0.72%
White
4.81%
Asian
56.01%
Hispanic
31.01%
Black
6.73%
Two+ Races
0.72%
Native Am.
0.72%

Gender Distribution

Total Students: 416
52.88%
220 Female
47.12%
196 Male

Student Population

416 Students

With a student-teacher ratio of 19 : 1

Minority Enrollment

25%

Percentage of minority students

Students per Counselor

501 : 1

Student to counselor ratio

Remarkable Alumni

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Jersey City Global Charter School (JCGCS) has received praise from students and parents for being a great learning environment with great teachers as well as a guarantee of a free, quality education for any family attending school in Jersey City.

FAQ

Q1: How do I offer assistance at Jersey City Global Charter School?

A: Parents may offer assistance by volunteering, joining groups in the school, helping during events, and assisting in the classroom to be a part of the learning about their child.

Q2: Does the school offer STEM programs?

A: Yes, we incorporate STEM into our lessons using hands-on projects, experiments, and technology while teaching kids problem-solving, critical thinking, and team-building skills.

Q3: Can kids stay at school before or after classes?

A: Yes, we have a supervised program where activities and/or homework help and other opportunities to learn are provided.

Q4: Can we receive assistance paying for school?

A: Yes, the school has programs to offer assistance to families so all kids have the opportunity to learn and grow.

Q5: What sort of technology is in the classrooms?

A: Students use tablets, smartboard, learning software on computers, and computers when learning subject matter or completing STEM projects.

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

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The Puppets of Spelhorst

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The Mona Lisa Vanishes

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Frindle

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The Wild Robot

by Peter Brown

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James and the Giant Peach

by Roald Dahl

Penguin Random House Features

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The Secret Language of Birds

by Lynne Kelly

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The Swifts: A Dictionary of Scoundrels

by Beth Lincoln

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