Hatikvah International Academy Charter School

Summary:

Hatikvah International Academy Charter School is an exceptional elementary school in East Brunswick, New Jersey, serving students from kindergarten through 8th grade. With a strong academic focus and a diverse student population, the school consistently outperforms state and nearby East Brunswick Township School District and Spotswood Public School District schools on standardized tests.

Hatikvah International Academy Charter School's academic performance is truly remarkable, with 95.1% of 8th graders proficient or better in English Language Arts, compared to just 55.3% statewide. The school's diverse student body, with 43.19% Asian and 41.68% White students, reflects its unique international focus. Additionally, Hatikvah maintains low chronic absenteeism rates, ranging from 2.2% to 10.0%, significantly lower than the nearby district schools. The school's exceptional performance extends to various student subgroups, ranking among the top schools in New Jersey for female students, male students, Asian students, white students, special education students, and students from low socioeconomic backgrounds.

Hatikvah International Academy Charter School's consistent high ranking, with a 5-star rating from SchoolDigger, and its steady improvement over time, moving from 518th out of 1,367 schools in 2012-2013 to 24th out of 1,342 schools in 2022-2023, are a testament to the school's commitment to providing a world-class education. While the nearby Monroe Township School District schools also perform well, Hatikvah International Academy Charter School consistently outperforms them, making it a model for other schools to emulate.


Detail:

Public, Charter K-8

 7 Lexington Avenue
       East Brunswick, NJ  08816


(732) 254-8300

District: Hatikvah International Academy Charter School

SchoolDigger Rank:
24th of 1,342 New Jersey Elementary Schools

Per Pupil Expenditures:  $8,359 Help


Student/teacher ratio:  14.3 Help
Number of students:  595

Racial breakdown:

Asian:
43.2%
White:
41.7%
African American:
6.2%
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Free/discounted lunch recipients:  8.4% Help


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Compare Details Hatikvah International Academy Charter School ranks better than 98.2% of elementary schools in New Jersey. (See more...)
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Compare Details In 2023 the calculated Average Standard Score was 95.62. (See more...)
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Compare Details Hatikvah International Academy Charter School ranks better than 99.5% of middle schools in New Jersey. (See more...)
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Compare Details In 2023 the calculated Average Standard Score was 97.08. (See more...)
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Chronic absenteeism in a school refers to a situation where students repeatedly miss school, with the threshold often defined as missing 10% or more of school days for any reason, excused or unexcused.
Student Body
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Compare Details Racial makeup is: Asian (43.2%), White (41.7%), African American (6.2%). (See more...)
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Compare Details The student/teacher ratio at Hatikvah International Academy Charter School is 14.3. (See more...)
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Compare Details The average total spent per student at Hatikvah International Academy Charter School is $8,359.
Schooldigger 2023 Rankings:

Hatikvah International Academy Charter School:

SchoolDigger ranks Hatikvah International Academy Charter School 24th of 1342 New Jersey public elementary schools. (See Hatikvah International Academy Charter School in the ranking list.)

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SchoolDigger ranks Hatikvah International Academy Charter School 4th of 748 New Jersey public middle schools. (See Hatikvah International Academy Charter School in the ranking list.)

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SchoolDigger ranks Hatikvah International Academy Charter School 4th of 615 New Jersey school districts. (See district ranking list.)


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Rank History for Hatikvah International Academy Charter School

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Rank History for all elementary school students at Hatikvah International Academy Charter School

Year Avg Standard Score Statewide Rank Total # Ranked Elementary Schools NJ State Percentile SchoolDigger Rating
2012 89.70 7th 1363 99.5%
2013 68.70 518th 1367 62.1%
2014 77.82 297th 1363 78.2%
2015 84.62 199th 1357 85.3%
2016 80.21 263rd 1346 80.5%
2017 87.31 139th 1352 89.7%
2018 91.55 62nd 1353 95.4%
2019 92.33 53rd 1360 96.1%
2021 96.59 23rd 1317 98.3%
2022 96.04 18th 1345 98.7%
2023 95.62 24th 1342 98.2%
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Rank History for elementary school Special Education students at Hatikvah International Academy Charter School

Year Avg Standard Score Statewide Rank Total # Ranked Elementary Schools NJ State Percentile SchoolDigger Rating
2018 96.42 24th 1001 97.6%
2023 98.43 15th 958 98.4%
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Rank History for elementary school Low Socio Economic Status students at Hatikvah International Academy Charter School

Year Avg Standard Score Statewide Rank Total # Ranked Elementary Schools NJ State Percentile SchoolDigger Rating
2023 96.92 13th 910 98.6%
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Rank History for elementary school Female students at Hatikvah International Academy Charter School

Year Avg Standard Score Statewide Rank Total # Ranked Elementary Schools NJ State Percentile SchoolDigger Rating
2018 87.61 111th 1333 91.7%
2019 87.43 110th 1331 91.7%
2021 94.09 40th 1290 96.9%
2022 92.84 62nd 1326 95.3%
2023 94.36 35th 1318 97.3%
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Rank History for elementary school Male students at Hatikvah International Academy Charter School

Year Avg Standard Score Statewide Rank Total # Ranked Elementary Schools NJ State Percentile SchoolDigger Rating
2018 93.11 49th 1334 96.3%
2019 94.37 22nd 1335 98.4%
2021 96.26 19th 1297 98.5%
2022 96.87 9th 1324 99.3%
2023 94.89 31st 1315 97.6%
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Rank History for elementary school Asian students at Hatikvah International Academy Charter School

Year Avg Standard Score Statewide Rank Total # Ranked Elementary Schools NJ State Percentile SchoolDigger Rating
2018 91.33 1st 370 99.7%
2019 80.82 40th 370 89.2%
2021 62.76 133rd 339 60.8%
2022 74.71 72nd 348 79.3%
2023 88.37 8th 346 97.7%
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Rank History for elementary school White students at Hatikvah International Academy Charter School

Year Avg Standard Score Statewide Rank Total # Ranked Elementary Schools NJ State Percentile SchoolDigger Rating
2018 87.22 63rd 1022 93.8%
2019 92.32 16th 1023 98.4%
2021 94.03 14th 964 98.5%
2022 93.94 15th 976 98.5%
2023 87.41 82nd 975 91.6%
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Data source: test scores: New Jersey Department of Education, rankings: SchoolDigger.com

Rank History for Hatikvah International Academy Charter School

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Rank History for all middle school students at Hatikvah International Academy Charter School

Year Avg Standard Score Statewide Rank Total # Ranked Middle Schools NJ State Percentile SchoolDigger Rating
2019 88.58 40th 745 94.6%
2021 98.63 3rd 652 99.5%
2022 98.25 1st 745 99.9%
2023 97.08 4th 748 99.5%
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Rank History for middle school Female students at Hatikvah International Academy Charter School

Year Avg Standard Score Statewide Rank Total # Ranked Middle Schools NJ State Percentile SchoolDigger Rating
2018 88.87 43rd 680 93.7%
2019 83.38 96th 703 86.3%
2021 96.38 12th 625 98.1%
2022 95.61 15th 726 97.9%
2023 96.55 10th 720 98.6%
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Rank History for middle school Male students at Hatikvah International Academy Charter School

Year Avg Standard Score Statewide Rank Total # Ranked Middle Schools NJ State Percentile SchoolDigger Rating
2018 92.06 34th 675 95.0%
2019 91.13 47th 697 93.3%
2021 98.30 1st 635 99.8%
2022 99.05 3rd 730 99.6%
2023 98.12 7th 718 99.0%
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Rank History for middle school Asian students at Hatikvah International Academy Charter School

Year Avg Standard Score Statewide Rank Total # Ranked Middle Schools NJ State Percentile SchoolDigger Rating
2019 77.46 36th 199 81.9%
2021 70.37 38th 147 74.1%
2022 70.52 58th 200 71.0%
2023 83.25 17th 201 91.5%
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Rank History for middle school White students at Hatikvah International Academy Charter School

Year Avg Standard Score Statewide Rank Total # Ranked Middle Schools NJ State Percentile SchoolDigger Rating
2018 78.85 78th 497 84.3%
2019 86.01 40th 504 92.1%
2021 98.78 2nd 435 99.5%
2022 97.60 7th 512 98.6%
2023 94.35 10th 509 98.0%
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Data source: test scores: New Jersey Department of Education, rankings: SchoolDigger.com

As you review the school rankings data, please be aware that some of the information from certain demographics is missing. The reason for this omission is that the data has been redacted from the source data itself due to low population samples in these specific demographic groups.

Redacting data from low population samples is a necessary step to ensure the reliability and accuracy of the results, as small sample sizes may not be representative of the broader population. Additionally, this measure helps protect the privacy of individuals belonging to these demographic groups.

Hatikvah International Academy Charter School Test Scores
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Reviews:
by a student
Wednesday, December 8, 2021

Open Quote Really glad I was able to be a student at Hatikvah in its early developments Close Quote


by a parent
Tuesday, June 17, 2014

Open Quote Good school. Both my kids attend here and i am very happy with their performance. Close Quote


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Wednesday, March 12, 2014

Open Quote My child is happiest I have ever seen him and is thriving at Hatikvah! Close Quote



Enrollment information for Hatikvah International Academy Charter School

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Year White African American Asian Hispanic American Indian Pacific Islander Two or More Races Not Specified Total
2011 57 6 25 7 0 0 1 0 96
2012 105 8 24 8 0 0 1 0 146
2013 78 5 20 6 1 0 0 0 110
2014 182 16 48 17 0 0 0 0 263
2015 207 16 48 22 0 0 5 0 298
2016 235 22 48 28 0 0 3 0 336
2017 259 25 49 31 0 0 11 0 375
2018 278 37 86 31 0 0 10 0 442
2019 296 42 107 33 0 0 14 0 492
2020 295 48 129 34 0 0 12 0 518
2021 284 40 161 44 0 0 17 0 546
2022 268 40 204 42 0 0 17 0 571
2023 248 37 257 37 0 0 16 0 595

Data source: National Center for Education Statistics, U.S. Dept of Education.

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For more information about how the Department of Education defines ethnicity, see Defining Race and Ethnicity Data, National Center for Education Statistics

Students eligible for free or discounted lunch at Hatikvah International Academy Charter School

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Year # Students Full-time Teachers Student/Teacher ratio % Free/Discounted Lunch
2011 96 8.0 12.0 0
2012 146 9.1 16.0 4.1
2013 110 n/a n/a 4.5
2014 263 20.6 12.7 9.5
2015 298 22.0 13.5 7.4
2016 336 27.0 12.4 6
2017 375 32.3 11.6 4.5
2018 442 34.6 12.7 5.2
2019 492 38.5 12.7 5.1
2020 518 38.8 13.3 4.2
2021 546 42.5 12.8 4.9
2022 571 44.2 12.9 6.3
2023 595 41.5 14.3 8.4

Data source: National Center for Education Statistics, U.S. Dept of Education.

About Students eligible for discounted/free lunch:

The National School Lunch Program (NSLP) provides low-cost or free meals to students in U.S. public and nonprofit private schools based on household income. Those with incomes below 130% of the poverty line receive free lunch, while those between 130% and 185% qualify for reduced-price lunch. The percentage of students receiving free or reduced-price lunch serves as a marker for poverty, as it reflects the socioeconomic status of families in a given school or district. A higher FRPL rate typically indicates a higher concentration of low-income families, suggesting that the school or district may face additional challenges in providing adequate resources and support for student success.

Student/Teacher Ratio Hatikvah International Academy Charter School

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Year # Students Full-time Teachers Student/Teacher ratio % Free/Discounted Lunch
2011 96 8.0 12.0 0
2012 146 9.1 16.0 4.1
2013 110 n/a n/a 4.5
2014 263 20.6 12.7 9.5
2015 298 22.0 13.5 7.4
2016 336 27.0 12.4 6
2017 375 32.3 11.6 4.5
2018 442 34.6 12.7 5.2
2019 492 38.5 12.7 5.1
2020 518 38.8 13.3 4.2
2021 546 42.5 12.8 4.9
2022 571 44.2 12.9 6.3
2023 595 41.5 14.3 8.4

Data source: National Center for Education Statistics, U.S. Dept of Education.

About Student-Teacher Ratio

Student/teacher ratio is calculated by dividing the total number of students by the total number of full-time equivalent teachers. Please note that a smaller student/teacher ratio does not necessarily translate to smaller class size. In some instances, schools hire teachers part time, and some teachers are hired for specialized instruction with very small class sizes. These and other factors contribute to the student/teacher ratio. Note: For private schools, Student/teacher ratio may not include Pre-Kindergarten.
Finances

Per Pupil Expenditures for Hatikvah International Academy Charter School

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YearExpenditures from Federal FundsExpenditures from State and Local FundsTotal Expenditures Per Pupil (All Funds)
2019 $283 (3.4%) $8,076 (96.6%) $8,359

Data source: New Jersey Department of Education
Pre and Post Pandemic Data

Impact of COVID-19 on Hatikvah International Academy Charter School

The coronavirus has had a profound impact on education in America. Learning shifted online overnight, attendance numbers dwindled, and enrollment decreased. SchoolDigger.com is making it easier for you to better assess how COVID-19 has impacted your school. Through the collection of pre-pandemic (2019) and current data, SchoolDigger.com is sharing test scores, enrollment numbers and school demographics from schools across the country – and we make it easy to see how impacted schools compare locally and statewide.

Rankings

Rank
Pre-pandemic (2018-2019)
Rank
Post pandemic (2022-2023)
Change (%)
Ranks 53rd of 1360 Elementary schoolsRanks 24th of 1342 Elementary schools
 2.1%
Ranks 40th of 745 Middle schoolsRanks 4th of 748 Middle schools
 4.8%

Test Scores

% proficient
Pre-pandemic (2018-2019)
% proficient
Post pandemic (2022-2023)
Change (%)
3rd Grade English Language Arts (Hatikvah International Academy Charter School)8478.6
 5.4%
   3rd Grade English Language Arts (Hatikvah International Academy Charter School)8478.6
 5.4%
   3rd Grade English Language Arts (New Jersey)50.242
 8.2%
3rd Grade Mathematics (Hatikvah International Academy Charter School)8685.7
 0.3%
   3rd Grade Mathematics (Hatikvah International Academy Charter School)8685.7
 0.3%
   3rd Grade Mathematics (New Jersey)55.145.9
 9.2%
4th Grade English Language Arts (Hatikvah International Academy Charter School)9290.7
 1.3%
   4th Grade English Language Arts (Hatikvah International Academy Charter School)9290.7
 1.3%
   4th Grade English Language Arts (New Jersey)57.451.3
 6.1%
4th Grade Mathematics (Hatikvah International Academy Charter School)7673.4
 2.6%
   4th Grade Mathematics (Hatikvah International Academy Charter School)7673.4
 2.6%
   4th Grade Mathematics (New Jersey)5144.3
 6.7%
5th Grade English Language Arts (Hatikvah International Academy Charter School)93.994.6
 0.7%
   5th Grade English Language Arts (Hatikvah International Academy Charter School)93.994.6
 0.7%
   5th Grade English Language Arts (New Jersey)57.953.2
 4.7%
5th Grade Mathematics (Hatikvah International Academy Charter School)85.481
 4.4%
   5th Grade Mathematics (Hatikvah International Academy Charter School)85.481
 4.4%
   5th Grade Mathematics (New Jersey)46.840.1
 6.7%
6th Grade English Language Arts (Hatikvah International Academy Charter School)78.888.9
 10.1%
   6th Grade English Language Arts (Hatikvah International Academy Charter School)78.888.9
 10.1%
   6th Grade English Language Arts (New Jersey)56.149
 7.1%
6th Grade Mathematics (Hatikvah International Academy Charter School)67.375.9
 8.6%
   6th Grade Mathematics (Hatikvah International Academy Charter School)67.375.9
 8.6%
   6th Grade Mathematics (New Jersey)40.634.3
 6.3%
7th Grade English Language Arts (Hatikvah International Academy Charter School)81.192.4
 11.3%
   7th Grade English Language Arts (Hatikvah International Academy Charter School)81.192.4
 11.3%
   7th Grade English Language Arts (New Jersey)62.855.7
 7.1%
7th Grade Mathematics (Hatikvah International Academy Charter School)68.183.1
 15%
   7th Grade Mathematics (Hatikvah International Academy Charter School)68.183.1
 15%
   7th Grade Mathematics (New Jersey)42.133.8
 8.3%
8th Grade English Language Arts (Hatikvah International Academy Charter School)91.995.1
 3.2%
   8th Grade English Language Arts (Hatikvah International Academy Charter School)91.995.1
 3.2%
   8th Grade English Language Arts (New Jersey)62.955.3
 7.6%
8th Grade Mathematics (Hatikvah International Academy Charter School)7056.3
 13.7%
   8th Grade Mathematics (Hatikvah International Academy Charter School)7056.3
 13.7%
   8th Grade Mathematics (New Jersey)29.317.8
 11.5%
8th Grade Algebra I (Hatikvah International Academy Charter School)100100
   8th Grade Algebra I (Hatikvah International Academy Charter School)100100
   8th Grade Algebra I (New Jersey)75.166
 9.1%
End of Course Algebra I (Hatikvah International Academy Charter School)100100
   End of Course Algebra I (Hatikvah International Academy Charter School)100100
   End of Course Algebra I (New Jersey)43.335.1
 8.2%

Student Body

Number of students
Pre-pandemic (2018-2019)
Number of students
Post pandemic (2022-2023)
Change (%)
Total Students492595
 20.9%
African American4237
 11.9%
American Indian00
Asian107257
 140.2%
Hispanic3337
 12.1%
Pacific Islander00
White296248
 16.2%
Two or More Races1416
 14.3%
% Free/Discounted Lunch Recipients5.1%8.4%
 3.3%


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Frequently Asked Questions about Hatikvah International Academy Charter School

In the 2022-23 school year, 595 students attended Hatikvah International Academy Charter School.

Students at Hatikvah International Academy Charter School are 43% Asian, 42% White, 6% African American, 6% Hispanic, 3% Two or more races.

Yes! Hatikvah International Academy Charter School is one of the best elementary schools in the state. It ranks 24th of 1342 New Jersey elementary schools.


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