Hope Academy Charter School

Charter School 309 Students
Elementary School K - 8th
School Overview
Hope Academy Charter School, located at 601 Grand Avenue in Asbury Park, New Jersey, is a public charter institution dedicated to providing a rigorous academic environment for students in the surrounding community. As a tuition-free school, it operates independently of the local school district, allowing it the flexibility to implement unique educational programming and specialized curricula designed to meet the diverse needs of its student body. The school emphasizes small class sizes and a supportive atmosphere, aiming to foster both academic achievement and personal character development in a structured, safe setting.

The mission of Hope Academy centers on closing the achievement gap by offering a high-quality, K-8 education that prepares students for success in secondary school and beyond. By focusing on core academic standards alongside a culture of accountability and community involvement, the school seeks to empower families in Asbury Park with an alternative to traditional public schooling. The institution frequently emphasizes strong partnerships between educators, students, and parents, viewing this collaborative approach as essential to creating a pathway for long-term student success and upward mobility.
309
Total Students
26.5
Full-Time Teachers
11.7
Student/Teacher Ratio
91.9%
Free/Reduced Lunch
Student Demographics

Student Demographics Data Table

Student Demographics for Hope Academy Charter School
Demographic Student Count
White1
Hispanic230
Black77
Two or More1
  • Hispanic
    230 (74.4%)
  • Black
    77 (24.9%)
  • White
    1 (0.3%)
  • Two or More
    1 (0.3%)
School Location
School Details
Status: Open
School Level: Elementary School
School Type: Regular School
Charter Status:* Charter School
Virtual Instruction: No virtual instruction
Shared Time Status: No
District: Hope Academy Charter School
Phone: (732)988-4227
Website: http://www.hopeacademycs.org
Grade Range: K - 8th
Total Students: 309
Full-Time Teachers (FTE): 26.5
Pupil/Teacher Ratio: 11.7
NSLP Participation:1 Yes participating without using any Provision or the CEO
Qualified Free Lunch: 255
Qualified Reduced Lunch: 29
Grades Taught
Kindergarten 32
Grade 1 21
Grade 2 36
Grade 3 44
Grade 4 36
Grade 5 40
Grade 6 43
Grade 7 34
Grade 8 23

Grades Taught Data Table

Grades Taught and Student Counts for Hope Academy Charter School
Grade Student Count
Kindergarten32
Grade 121
Grade 236
Grade 344
Grade 436
Grade 540
Grade 643
Grade 734
Grade 823
Gender Ratio

Student Gender Ratio Data Table

Student Gender Ratio for Hope Academy Charter School
Gender Student Count Percentage
Female17255.7%
Male13744.3%
Nearby Elementary Schools (Within 10 Miles)