Marion P. Thomas Charter School

Marion P. Thomas Charter School

Charter Pre-K, Elementary, Middle, High School | Grade Pre-K-12
125 Sussex Ave,  Newark, NJ
University Heights Neighborhood
3.0
2.5
1,362 Students
C-
Niche Grade

School Details

Head of School
Mr. Misha Simmonds
Student Teacher Ratio
21:1
Average SAT Score
930
Average ACT Score
27
Math Proficiency
7%
Reading Proficiency
24%
Average GPA
3.19
Graduation Rate
92%

Niche Grade

C-
Academics
C
Teachers
C
College Prep
C
Administration
C+
Resources/Facilities
C-
Clubs and Activities
C+
Food
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Niche Grade Details

Academics
Average GPA
3.19
Reading Proficiency
24%
Math Proficiency
7%
Teachers
Student Teacher Ratio
21:1
Teachers
65
Full Time Teachers
65
Teachers in First or Second Year
37.2%
College Prep
Average SAT
930
Math
470
Verbal
460
Average ACT
27
Math
27
English
26
Reading
27
Science
27
Number of AP Courses
1
AP Math Enrollment
Very Low
AP Science Enrollment
Very Low
Other AP Enrollment
Very Low
Clubs and Activities
Girls Athletic Participation
Very Low
Boys Athletic Participation
Very Low

GreatSchools Rating

2
Test Scores
3
Equity
2
College Readiness
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Teachers and Staff

Students Per Counselor
420:1

Student Diversity

Female
50%
Male
49.9%
Black
84.9%
Hispanic
13.4%
Two or more races
<1%
White
<1%
Native American
<1%
Native Hawaiian or Other Pacific Islander
<1%
Asian or Pacific Islander
<1%

Specialty School Programs

AP Programs Offered
Free/Reduced Lunch Offered

Colleges Students are Considering

Students are most interested in or go on to attend these colleges.
Montclair State University 118 Students
Kean University 110 Students
Rutgers University–New Brunswick 65 Students
Stockton University 63 Students
Rutgers University - Newark 63 Students
Rowan University 55 Students
New York University 52 Students
New Jersey Institute of Technology 48 Students
Seton Hall University 44 Students
Rider University 44 Students

What Students Want to Study

Niche users from this school are most interested in the following majors.
Business 45 Students
Psychology 36 Students
Nursing 36 Students
Biology 22 Students
Pre-Medicine Studies 22 Students
Culinary Arts and Food Service 21 Students
Criminal Justice and Law Enforcement Administration 16 Students
Computer Science 14 Students
Forensic Science and Technology 11 Students
Social Work and Youth Services 10 Students

This School’s Reviews

Niche Reviews
3.0 57 Reviews
3.0 Senior
11/16/2023
my freshman year was during covid so it was a difficult experience to say the least. The best part of my experience would be the long lasting connections and friends that I have made. The worst would be the teacher shortage affecting my the quality of my education.
5.0 Senior
10/22/2023
Marion p Thomas charter school is a great school especially for those who grew up within the dangerous communities, this school was there way out. It took a village to raise those children when their parents or guardians couldn't. However, the sports involved like basketball isn't cared for as much at Marion p. I would like to see that change. Im in my senior year now and this is my year because last year was a setback but this will be my major comeback in basketball. In my senior year at Marion p.
3.0 Senior
3/17/2023
I've been in Marion P Thomas charter school since 2010 and it has been a varied experience. This school has changed so much over the years .
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2.5 11 Reviews
1.0 student
3/24/2025
this school kind of sucks, they haven't fixed the playground or cleaned the bathrooms, especially unblocking youtube. This is just like last school year, like what's going on? i can't believe my friends are leaving this school because how disrespectful the school
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1.0 teacher
12/28/2024
This school is a shame and a pity. It starts with absolutely imcompetent school leadership, a terribly conceived curriculum, and totally apathetic and oppositional students. School leaders seem to all be part of a clique, teachers come and go with no notice... it's all like no one is in control here...
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5.0 student
12/3/2022
This school was a bit bad at first the vice principal was Very rude until the principal listened to us students about her actions and replaced her. one of my friends sister is autistic and they treat her really really well but when she was in 3rd grade her hr teacher was very mean to her because she...
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1.0 parent
6/7/2022
The teachers can be very lazy at times. The school slide and rock-climbing wall is broken, yet they still allow the students to use it. Teachers tend to treat and favor students differently. They give students spoiled milk, and breakfast. etc. ( steam school )
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Marion P. Thomas Charter School

Marion P. Thomas Charter School is a charter school for students in grades Pre-K-12 located at 125 Sussex Ave in Newark, NJ. The school has a total enrollment of 1,362 and maintains a student-teacher ratio of 21:1. Academic records show that 7% of students achieve proficiency in math, and 24% are proficient in reading. Marion P. Thomas Charter School has received feedback and ratings, with a Niche grade of C- and a GreatSchools Rating of 4 out of 10. The average GPA is 3.19, the graduation rate is 92%, and average standardized test scores include an SAT score of 930 and an ACT score of 27. The average home value in this area is $405,396. Discover additional schools in the area, like KIPP TEAM Academy, Great Oaks Legacy Downtown Middle School, Lead Charter School, and more. Learn more about what Newark has to offer, and browse homes for sale and for rent near Marion P. Thomas Charter School.

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