Academy Charter High School

Academy Charter High School is the sole public charter high school serving grades 9-12 in Lake Como, New Jersey. With a total enrollment of 173 students, the school is part of the Academy Charter High School District, which is ranked 535 out of 609 districts in the state and has a 1-star rating from SchoolDigger.

While the school boasts a relatively high 91.3% four-year graduation rate, it faces significant challenges in academic performance. The school's test scores in English Language Arts and Mathematics have declined over the past two years, with proficiency rates well below the state averages. For example, in 2024-2025, only 27.3% of 9th graders were proficient or better in ELA, compared to the state average of 49.9%. Similarly, in Mathematics, only 2.9% of 9th graders were proficient or better in Algebra I, compared to the state average of 20.3%. The school's 11th grade NJGPA Mathematics proficiency rate of 19% also lags behind the state average of 58%.

Additionally, the school serves a high-poverty population, with 76.88% of students receiving free or reduced-price lunch. This, coupled with a chronic absenteeism rate of 14.9%, suggests the school may face significant challenges in providing a high-quality education and supporting student success. While the school's small student-teacher ratio of 10.1 could be an asset, the overall data indicates that Academy Charter High School is struggling to meet the academic needs of its students and may require targeted interventions and support to improve student outcomes.