Hudson Arts and Science Charter School

Hudson Arts and Science Charter School is the sole school in the Hudson Arts and Science Charter School District, serving 852 students in grades K-8 in Kearny, New Jersey. As a public charter school, it offers a unique educational approach compared to traditional public or private schools in the area.

The school's academic performance is mixed, with some grade levels performing above the state average in English Language Arts but struggling in mathematics and science, where proficiency rates fall well below the state average. With nearly 70% of students qualifying for free or reduced-price lunch, Hudson Arts and Science Charter School serves a predominantly economically disadvantaged student population, which may contribute to the school's academic challenges and the need for additional resources and support.

Despite its large student population, the school's statewide ranking has declined in recent years, dropping from 871 out of 1,338 elementary schools in 2023-2024 to 926 out of 1,347 in 2024-2025. Additionally, the school faces a relatively high chronic absenteeism rate of 14.9%, which can negatively impact student learning and academic outcomes. Overall, the data suggests that Hudson Arts and Science Charter School faces significant challenges in providing a high-quality education to its students, and further investigation and targeted interventions may be necessary to improve student performance.