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See top schools in Jersey CityUniversity Academy Charter High School is a public charter high school in Jersey City, New Jersey, that serves students in grades 9 through 12. University Academy Charter runs only this high school, which has a focused and community-centered learning environment. The school has about 450 to 500 students and a student-to-teacher ratio of about 12:1, which makes it easy for teachers to teach. The University Academy Charter High School offers Advanced Placement® classes and tests, and about 26% of students take them. The student body is mostly diverse, with about 96% of students being minorities and about 83% of students being low-income. The school says that about 30% of students will be good at reading by 2025–2026, but it doesn't say how many will be good at math. As part of getting ready for college, students also take standardized tests like the SAT and ACT. University Academy Charter High School is located in an urban neighborhood that is changing as more homes are built. It is funded by public charter schools and continues to focus on academic access, diversity, and preparing students for college.
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Dismissal Time: 12:15 PM
Note: Doors open at 8:00 AM for student arrival. Please refer to the school calendar for specific early dismissal dates.
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September to June
School session starts in September 1st week and ends in June 3rd week. For exact dates, please contact the school.
433 Students
With a student-teacher ratio of 12 : 1
25%
Percentage of minority students
216 : 1
Student to counselor ratio
Being Updated
University Academy Charter High School wants to build a new STEAM center with labs, a tech room, and better safety features. Students who graduate with a GPA of 3.8 or higher and are accepted to NJCU can get a Presidential Scholarship from the school. The Student Voice is an award-winning journalism program at UACHS that is known all over the state and the country. The school is now taking applications from new students for September 2026.
Q1. What does the school teach?
Ans. The main goals of University Academy Charter High School are to get students ready for college and to do well in school.
Q2. Are SAT and ACT exams supported?
Ans. College entrance exams are structured and guided to help students prepare.
Q3. How do schools get students ready for college?
Ans. Rigorous coursework builds strong study and organizational skills.
Q4. Does the school promote a culture of going to college?
Ans. Throughout the school year, there are activities to raise awareness about college.
Q5. What type of learning environment exists?
Ans. A focused and goal-oriented environment helps students do well in school.
Note: Schedules may change during school holidays. Please contact School for exact Schedule.
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