We too have a child that graduated from The Learning Community Charter School. Most unfortunately, he was not prepared for High School and the other students in his class were far advanced and surpassed him. I agree that LCCS is academically average and I am bothered that my daughter has to finish
... Read more school at LCCS as I want so much better for her. Unfortunately, I can't afford anything else and try to remind myself that LCCS is better than the failing public school we belonged to before. LCCS is spitting out quite average children and considering that it's free, what else can be expected? How I wish I could afford more but I can't and for now I will try to be grateful. Read less
Posted by a parent on 09/12/09
My child graduated from 8th grad last year and the transition to High School has just been awful. According to the high school none of the proper procedures where done to facilitate a smooth transfer. I found the school just academically average. For a free grammar school education it was adequate although
... Read more in Math both my children struggled due to a lackluster teacher in the middle school. Read less
Posted by a parent on 09/11/09
For the first 3 years, our extremely bright child was doing well at LCCS. Unfortunately, in her 3rd year at LCCS, she began to slip from the lack of being challenged and we took her out. At her new school, she was quite behind her advanced peers and has had to work much to catch up. LCCS seemed to
... Read more really strain to challenge the older kids and this was clear when we learned what kids from other schools were being taught! With the school expanding, we are glad we removed her. The 'high' State test scores are somewhat misleading as NJ does not have the highest standards. This school is the best option for those who might be struggling financially as it is free. If possible, one might consider a tutor to supplement. The Principal does a good job considering the lack of money and high demands created by expanding classrooms. Read less
Posted by a parent on 08/07/09
I'm a parent of a 6 year old boy who is now going into first grade. I also am a full time student in Nursing School. I am very impressed with my child's progress. It is early, but he is a 6 year old reading chapter books by himself! He is reading at a level now that I did not reach until 3rd grade. He
... Read more also has learned some multiplication as well as addtion and subtraction. He has learned about the jobs people do in the downtown area on the many mini-field trips that the Ms. Strumpfler has taken the children on. My son has a very diverse class and has been able to make friends from all backgrounds. He has had many opportunities that I did not have at his age and it shows in how bright he is. I am very pleased with the results thus far. Read less
Posted by a parent on 07/20/09
I worked at the school for years and was very frustrated at how easy the curriculum was for most of the children. As a teacher, my hands were tied and in order to keep my job, I complied as long as I could. Considering that the State of New Jersey has some of the lowest standards in the United States,
... Read more the higher test scores reported at LCCS reflect quite average learning. Compared to most Jersey City public schools, The Learning Community Charter School is successful and certainly shines. The greatest part about the school is that in being free, it provides those who can't afford much a good option. The saddest part of living in Jersey City is the substandard educational system. Read less
Posted by a teacher on 07/09/09
Our children have attended this school for over 3 years and we find it quite average: not the worst, not the greatest. The academics are fine but by no means to be considered excellent. We find most schools in NJ (private and public) are doing a fine job preparing kids for high school/college so the
... Read more fact that LCCS does this is not impressive. The school is not that racially diverse and seems to cater to a type of child and family. We will stay with the school because it is free and we can't afford anything else. For that we are greatful. We feel the school is quite typical and is producing typical, cookie cutter type of children. As parents, we have to work 10 times harder to ensure that our kids reach higher. Overall, we are having an average experience which isn't bad considering it is free! Read less
Posted by a parent on 06/26/09
Both of my children went to LCCS. Both have been extremely well prepared for advanced work in high school. The teachers are caring, intelligent and hard working. The principal is phenomenal.
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Posted by a parent on 06/23/09
Hello. We had to take our children out of LCCS as it was not academically challenging enough for our children. The school is good for k-3rd grade and keeps the kids engaged with the painting and singing. However, after 3rd grade, the academics become lacking. In our disappointment, we realized that
... Read more all the rave about the school is half justified. Yes, the school is both free and excells compared to most Jersey City Public Schools. No, the school is not the best choice for those who understand that you really get what you pay for and there is nothing free about settling on a lesser education for your older kids. The school is now expanding to 3 classes per grade and we are glad to have found a more focused learning environment for our 3rd and 4th grade kids at a new school. Read less
Posted by a parent on 06/20/09
I have a child in Kindergarten and I thank my lucky stars everyday that I drop her off. She loves school and learning.I believe its because of the wonderful hands on curriculum. I am really amazed at the sophistcated stuff the kids are learning and how much fun they have doing it. Also there is lots
... Read more of music and art which is important to my wife and I. Read less
Posted by a parent on 06/19/09
We were thrilled when we won the lottery to attend LCCS. Unfortunately, we did not have the best experience with the Learning Community School and will be removing our children. While it is true that the students of the school tested above State averages, it wasn't too much above and this is certainly
... Read more not much to brag about. This was evident in the poor curriculum and easy lessons. The parents at the school seem so thrilled to attend free school that they seem to overlook all the shortcomings, especially in academics. In short, you get what you pay for. A Free school in Jersey City that is outstanding is a myth. LCCS is quite average. Read less
School Profile for Learning Community Charter School
Test scores
Enrollment
Programs
Resources
NJ ASK* Test Scores
Grade Level:
Test Year: 2008
Learning Community Charter School
Jersey City Public School District
New Jersey
* In 2007-2008 New Jersey used the High School Proficiency Assessment (HSPA) to test students in grade 11 in language arts literacy, math and science. The HSPA is a standards-based test, which means it measures how well students are mastering specific skills defined for each grade by the state of New Jersey. Students are required to pass the HSPA in order to graduate. The goal is for all students to score at or above the proficient level.
Student enrollment:
326
Students per teacher:
12
Full-time teachers:
28
Number of classrooms:
17
Arts
Art
Vocational Education
Phys Ed
Special Education
Speech/Language Pathologists, Title I
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Advanced Placement
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Before/After School
"Extended day" programs where the school day is extended before and after school to accommodate working parents. These programs should not be confused with common after school clubs or athletic activities.
Gifted and Talented
A school system may identify 10% to 15% or more of its student population as gifted and talented. A brief description of each area of giftedness or talent as defined by the Office of Gifted and Talented:
general intellectual ability or talent - high intelligence test score (usually two standard deviations above the mean), and high levels of vocabulary, memory, abstract work knowledge and abstract reasoning;
specific academic aptitude or talent in one area such as mathematics or language arts;
creative and productive thinking, the ability to produce new ideas;
leadership ability, the ability to direct individuals or groups to a common decision or action;
visual and performing arts, special talents in visual art, music, dance, drama, or other related studies;
psychomotor ability, such as practical, spatial, mechanical, and physical skills.
Vocation/Technical Curriculum
Vocational and/or technical courses offered within a comprehensive school, usually a senior high school.
Special Education Classes
A school or program within a school that provides services and training to students with moderate to severe mental and/or physical disabilities.
Adult Education Classes
Programs offering GED or equivalent courses for adults within regular schools, whether classes are held during evening or daytime schedules.
English as Second Language
English language classes for students whose first language is not English.
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Jersey City schools — Learning Community Charter School is located at 1 Canal St, Jersey City NJ 07302. 1 Canal St is in the 07302 ZIP code in Jersey City, NJ The school district for Learning Community Charter School is the Jersey City Public School District. Learning Community Charter School is a Public school that serves grade levels K - 8.
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