College Achieve Greater Asbury Park Charter School District
Charter School
522 Students
Other K - 12th
School Overview
College Achieve Greater Asbury Park (CAGAP) is a public charter school serving students in grades K–12 in Asbury Park, New Jersey. The school is part of the broader College Achieve Public Schools (CAPS) network, which is built on the core philosophy that every student, regardless of their socioeconomic background or zip code, deserves access to a high-quality, college-preparatory education. By maintaining a rigorous academic culture and a long-term focus on higher education, the school aims to bridge the achievement gap for students in the local community.
The school’s pedagogical approach emphasizes personalized learning, data-driven instruction, and the development of strong character traits. Beyond the traditional core curriculum, CAGAP integrates enrichment programs, including STEM initiatives and the arts, to ensure students are well-rounded and prepared for competitive university environments. With a mission rooted in the belief that "college begins in kindergarten," the school provides students with consistent exposure to college-readiness milestones and academic support structures designed to ensure graduation and subsequent success in post-secondary education.
The school’s pedagogical approach emphasizes personalized learning, data-driven instruction, and the development of strong character traits. Beyond the traditional core curriculum, CAGAP integrates enrichment programs, including STEM initiatives and the arts, to ensure students are well-rounded and prepared for competitive university environments. With a mission rooted in the belief that "college begins in kindergarten," the school provides students with consistent exposure to college-readiness milestones and academic support structures designed to ensure graduation and subsequent success in post-secondary education.
522
Total Students
29.0
Full-Time Teachers
18.0
Student/Teacher Ratio
83.3%
Free/Reduced Lunch
Student Demographics
Student Demographics Data Table
| Demographic | Student Count |
|---|---|
| White | 24 |
| Hispanic | 229 |
| Black | 265 |
| American Indian | 4 |
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Black265 (50.8%)
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Hispanic229 (43.9%)
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White24 (4.6%)
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American Indian4 (0.8%)
School Location
School Details
| Status: | Open |
|---|---|
| School Level: | Other |
| School Type: | Regular School |
| Charter Status:* | Charter School |
| Virtual Instruction: | No virtual instruction |
| Shared Time Status: | No |
| District: | College Achieve Greater Asbury Park Charter School Distr |
| Phone: | (732)774-0727 |
| Website: | http://www.collegeachieveasbury.org |
| Grade Range: | K - 12th |
| Total Students: | 522 |
| Full-Time Teachers (FTE): | 29.0 |
| Pupil/Teacher Ratio: | 18.0 |
| NSLP Participation:1 | Yes under Community Eligibility Option (CEO) |
| Qualified Free Lunch: | 376 |
| Qualified Reduced Lunch: | 59 |
Grades Taught
Kindergarten
22
Grade 1
31
Grade 2
27
Grade 3
44
Grade 4
36
Grade 5
37
Grade 6
37
Grade 7
67
Grade 8
66
Grade 9
49
Grade 10
40
Grade 11
29
Grade 12
37
Grades Taught Data Table
| Grade | Student Count |
|---|---|
| Kindergarten | 22 |
| Grade 1 | 31 |
| Grade 2 | 27 |
| Grade 3 | 44 |
| Grade 4 | 36 |
| Grade 5 | 37 |
| Grade 6 | 37 |
| Grade 7 | 67 |
| Grade 8 | 66 |
| Grade 9 | 49 |
| Grade 10 | 40 |
| Grade 11 | 29 |
| Grade 12 | 37 |
Gender Ratio
Student Gender Ratio Data Table
| Gender | Student Count | Percentage |
|---|---|---|
| Female | 242 | 46.4% |
| Male | 280 | 53.6% |
Nearby Others (Within 10 Miles)