Paterson Charter School for Science & Technology

Paterson Charter School for Science & Technology

Charter Elementary, Middle, High School | Grade K-12
196 W Railway Ave,  Paterson, NJ
South Paterson Neighborhood
3.5
3.6
1,680 Students
C+
Niche Grade

School Details

Head of School
Mr. Ali Riza Gurcanli
Student Teacher Ratio
14:1
Average SAT Score
990
Average ACT Score
18
Math Proficiency
11%
Reading Proficiency
28%
Average GPA
3.36
Graduation Rate
95%

Niche Grade

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

Academics
Average GPA
3.36
Reading Proficiency
28%
Math Proficiency
11%
Teachers
Student Teacher Ratio
14:1
Teachers
122
Full Time Teachers
122
Teachers in First or Second Year
47.1%
College Prep
Average SAT
990
Math
490
Verbal
500
Average ACT
18
Math
17
English
18
Reading
19
Science
19
Number of AP Courses
8
AP Pass Rate
18.9%
AP Math Enrollment
Very Low
AP Science Enrollment
Average
Other AP Enrollment
Very Low
Clubs and Activities
Girls Athletic Participation
Very Low
Boys Athletic Participation
Very Low

GreatSchools Rating

3
Test Scores
5
College Readiness
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Teachers and Staff

Students Per Counselor
307:1

Student Diversity

Female
51.2%
Male
48.8%
Hispanic
66.1%
Black
30%
White
3.4%
Asian or Pacific Islander
<1%
Native Hawaiian or Other Pacific Islander
<1%
Native American
<1%
Two or more races
<1%
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Specialty School Programs

AP Programs Offered
IB Programs Offered
Free/Reduced Lunch Offered
Athletics Program

Colleges Students are Considering

Students are most interested in or go on to attend these colleges.
Montclair State University 168 Students
Kean University 117 Students
Seton Hall University 102 Students
Rutgers University–New Brunswick 97 Students
Stockton University 89 Students
Ramapo College of New Jersey 85 Students
William Paterson University of New Jersey 81 Students
Rutgers University - Newark 74 Students
Penn State 69 Students
New York University 65 Students

What Students Want to Study

Niche users from this school are most interested in the following majors.
Business 49 Students
Nursing 45 Students
Psychology 40 Students
Biology 33 Students
Pre-Medicine Studies 20 Students
Computer Science 18 Students
Sociology 18 Students
Criminal Justice and Law Enforcement Administration 15 Students
Physical Therapy 14 Students
Social Work and Youth Services 14 Students

This School’s Reviews

Niche Reviews
3.5 106 Reviews
4.0 Senior
9/13/2024
The school overall isn't so bad, I've been going here since kindergarten. What I dont like about this school is the lack of freedom the students have here. They always say they're happy to hear what students have to say and to give them some ideas on what to change but they actually don't listen. Every year they add onto these questionable rules. For example, seniors aren't allowed to leave school and are obligated to stay until a certain time because of the seniors from last year. I dont think it's fair that they punish the upcoming students because of the last year students actions. On a good note, the school is heavily diverse. There are students that are from many ethnicities. The food is okay, they should expand the food categories. As for the teachers, they should hire actual teachers that know what they're doing. Most of the teachers here end up quitting or overall they just dont know what they're doing. The school should also add more clubs too so everyone can feel included.
5.0 Senior
9/9/2022
Very good school. I've been going there almost my whole life. If you want something consistent for your education, this is the place to go.
4.0 Alum
3/29/2021
This school is a good school. The education is spot on, the teachers and other educators make it their priority to educate each and every student to the best of their ability.
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3.6 24 Reviews
2.0 other
10/9/2021
The principal does not know the students, their names, or their worth. The claim is that, “the principals success, is the teachers success”. However, not once has he set foot in my classroom. How are the administrators supposed to evaluate teachers unless they witness classrooms. The principal has m...
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1.0 teacher
7/7/2019
Extremely stressful and overwhelming. Hours too long and students extremely disruptive and disrespectful. Spent more time disciplining then teaching
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4.0 teacher
6/1/2018
7/10 because of the lack of special ed. Knowledge by administration as well as most other staff in building
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4.0 student
5/29/2016
The school is very good I am not lying. I am a 7th grader in PCSST, the education is very good. All A s and 1 B, I love the programs that the school has. For example CCP, College Coaching Program, is a very good program. You must maintain a 3.5 gpa, this is a very good problem. The sports are very g...
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Paterson Charter School for Science & Technology

Paterson Charter School for Science & Technology is a charter school for students in grades K-12 located at 196 W Railway Ave in Paterson, NJ. The school has a total enrollment of 1,680 and maintains a student-teacher ratio of 14:1. Academic records show that 11% of students achieve proficiency in math, and 28% are proficient in reading. Paterson Charter School for Science & Technology has received feedback and ratings, with a Niche grade of C+ and a GreatSchools Rating of 5 out of 10. The average GPA is 3.36, the graduation rate is 95%, and average standardized test scores include an SAT score of 990 and an ACT score of 18. The average home value in this area is $505,225. Learn more about what Paterson has to offer, and browse homes for sale and for rent near Paterson Charter School for Science & Technology.

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