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New Jersey Department of Education
Downtown Middle School is a charter school located in Newark, NJ, offering education to students in grades 5 to 8. Established in 1997, it is one of the first charter schools in New Jersey and currently serves over 300 students. The school emphasizes core values such as caring, courage, justice, respect, and responsibility, and focuses on academic excellence and college readiness. With a strong emphasis on data-driven instruction, Downtown Middle School has successfully eliminated the achievement gap, consistently outperforming their suburban district peers on state assessments. The school also prioritizes family involvement, hosting regular events and maintaining frequent communication with parents. Their goal is to prepare students for college and provide them with the necessary support to succeed in their academic journey.Generated from the website