The Barack Obama Green Charter High School

The Barack Obama Green Charter High School

Charter Middle, High School | Grade 9-12
35 Watchung Ave,  Plainfield, NJ
3.5
4.0
257 Students
B
Niche Grade

School Details

Head of School
Mrs. Erin Murphy-richardson
Student Teacher Ratio
10:1
Average SAT Score
1000
Math Proficiency
24.5%
Reading Proficiency
44.5%
Average GPA
3.23
Graduation Rate
95%

Niche Grade

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

Academics
Average GPA
3.23
Reading Proficiency
44.5%
Math Proficiency
24.5%
Teachers
Student Teacher Ratio
10:1
Teachers
27
Full Time Teachers
27
Teachers in First or Second Year
47.8%
College Prep
Average SAT
1000
Math
500
Verbal
500
Number of AP Courses
7
AP Math Enrollment
Very Low
AP Science Enrollment
Very Low
Other AP Enrollment
Average
Clubs and Activities
Girls Athletic Participation
Low
Boys Athletic Participation
Very Low

GreatSchools Rating

2
Test Scores
3
Equity
6
College Readiness
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Teachers and Staff

Students Per Counselor
240:1

Student Diversity

Female
52.5%
Male
47.5%
Hispanic
70.4%
Black
28.4%
White
<1%
Asian or Pacific Islander
<1%
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School Rankings

#7 Best Charter HS in New Jersey
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Specialty School Programs

AP Programs Offered
IB Programs Offered
Free/Reduced Lunch Offered

Colleges Students are Considering

Students are most interested in or go on to attend these colleges.
Kean University 92 Students
Montclair State University 76 Students
Rutgers University–New Brunswick 65 Students
Seton Hall University 48 Students
Rutgers University - Newark 38 Students
New York University 31 Students
Penn State 29 Students
Rider University 29 Students
Rowan University 28 Students
Stockton University 27 Students

What Students Want to Study

Niche users from this school are most interested in the following majors.
Criminal Justice and Law Enforcement Administration 24 Students
Psychology 20 Students
Nursing 19 Students
Biology 17 Students
Pre-Medicine Studies 13 Students
Business 12 Students
Criminology 9 Students
Small Business Management 9 Students
Accounting 8 Students
Criminal Justice and Safety Studies 8 Students

This School’s Reviews

Niche Reviews
3.5 37 Reviews
5.0 Senior
12/30/2020
The Barack Obama Green Charter High School is a very good school in my experience. Going to school used to be the highlight of my day until the pandemic happened. The teachers are very much involved in helping the students succeed in life. They make sure all of the students are at the top of their game. Our principal is very involved as well. She and the rest of the staff members work hard to bring opportunities to the students.
2.0 Senior
9/23/2019
I've been at BOGCHS since freshman year and it has not been a memorable experience for me. The staff are unprofessional and are ALWAYS in student drama. The staff curse at the students and show them zero respect. Educational wise the teaching is okay. New teachers are needed because I personally feel like I haven't learned anything valuable these past 3 years.
5.0 Senior
11/16/2018
So far my experiences at my school has been great. Although the school is small, you familiarize many faces and soon become like family. What I like about the school is how mostly everyone knows everyone and how friendly the staff and students can be. My experience was great and will end great.
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4.0 7 Reviews
1.0 student
5/21/2019
0/10 because this school has nothing to offer to students that’s useful for their future.
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5.0 other
5/25/2015
I function as a consultant to the leadership. I am moved by their energy, devotion, determination and accomplishments.
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5.0 other
4/29/2014
The focused and specialized learning curriculum at the school has really helped students to prepare for higher education. The result from the first graduating class of 2013 has been 100% graduation and 100% college acceptance. The teachers are caring and attentive, and the administration are committ...
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5.0 other
4/27/2014
This school has great faculty and staff. They work with students in small groups to improve student learning.
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