School Overview
Passaic Arts and Science Charter School (PASCS) is a public charter school located in Passaic, New Jersey, that serves students from kindergarten through high school. As part of the larger iLearn Schools network, the institution is recognized for its rigorous, college-preparatory curriculum that emphasizes Science, Technology, Engineering, and Mathematics (STEM), while also integrating a robust arts program to foster well-rounded student development. The school is known for its structured environment and focus on academic excellence, aiming to provide families in the Passaic community with a high-quality alternative to traditional district schools.

Beyond its core academics, PASCS places a strong emphasis on character development and community engagement. The school typically maintains smaller class sizes and personalized learning pathways, which help faculty provide targeted support to meet individual student needs. By leveraging a blend of innovative technology and traditional teaching methods, the school strives to prepare its graduates not only for competitive collegiate programs but also for success in an increasingly globalized, tech-driven workforce.
2,175
Total Students
160.0
Full-Time Teachers
13.6
Student/Teacher Ratio
68.1%
Free/Reduced Lunch
Student Demographics

Student Demographics Data Table

Student Demographics for Passaic Arts and Science Charter School
Demographic Student Count
White99
Hispanic1,807
Black127
Asian115
Two or More14
American Indian9
Pacific Islander4
  • Hispanic
    1,807 (83.1%)
  • Black
    127 (5.8%)
  • Asian
    115 (5.3%)
  • White
    99 (4.6%)
  • Two or More
    14 (0.6%)
  • American Indian
    9 (0.4%)
  • Pacific Islander
    4 (0.2%)
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: Passaic Arts and Science Charter School
Phone: (201)773-9140
Website: http://ilearnschools.org/passaic-arts-science-charter-school/
Grade Range: K - 12th
Total Students: 2,175
Full-Time Teachers (FTE): 160.0
Pupil/Teacher Ratio: 13.6
NSLP Participation:1 Yes under Community Eligibility Option (CEO)
Qualified Free Lunch: 1,340
Qualified Reduced Lunch: 142
Grades Taught
Kindergarten 197
Grade 1 200
Grade 2 198
Grade 3 199
Grade 4 197
Grade 5 201
Grade 6 197
Grade 7 196
Grade 8 187
Grade 9 167
Grade 10 98
Grade 11 76
Grade 12 62

Grades Taught Data Table

Grades Taught and Student Counts for Passaic Arts and Science Charter School
Grade Student Count
Kindergarten197
Grade 1200
Grade 2198
Grade 3199
Grade 4197
Grade 5201
Grade 6197
Grade 7196
Grade 8187
Grade 9167
Grade 1098
Grade 1176
Grade 1262
Gender Ratio

Student Gender Ratio Data Table

Student Gender Ratio for Passaic Arts and Science Charter School
Gender Student Count Percentage
Female1,11951.4%
Male1,05648.6%
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