LCCS Fast Facts
Welcome to LCCS!
At LCCS, students engage in hands-on learning that sparks curiosity, builds confidence, and fosters a lifelong love of discovery. We empower students to take on challenges with independence, both in the classroom and beyond.
Our school community celebrates students not only for their academic growth, but also for their unique strengths, voices, and contributions. In a supportive and welcoming environment, each school day is designed to be joyful, engaging, and full of opportunities to explore and grow.
2025 NJSLA Results
Our NJSLA results reflect the hard work of our students, teachers, and families. Through engaging instruction, targeted support, and high expectations, LCCS students continue to show meaningful academic growth and strong performance on statewide assessments—building confidence and skills that prepare them for future success.
LCCS Fast Facts:
Grades We Educate: PreK-8
Total Students: 639
Teacher/Student Ratio: 22:1
Diversity: One of the most diverse student and faculty populations in the country, with families speaking over 28 different languages.
Hours of Operation: PreK: 7:50 AM - 3:00 PM
K-8: 7:50 AM- 3:13 PM
Before & After Care Program: Operates from 7:00 AM to 6:00 PM, managed by our LCCS faculty
School Mascot: The Black Jaguar
School Colors: Blue & Yellow
House System: All students and faculty in grades K-8 participate in a house system, where they are assigned to one of six houses that embody our school values: community, independence, respect, courage, leadership, and effort. These houses gather once a month for learning activities, fun, and service projects, creating a supportive, family-like environment for our students.
Awards & Achievements:
We are proud to share that LCCS has been named a School of Distinction by the Association for Middle Level Education (AMLE). This national recognition celebrates the outstanding work of our middle school faculty and students and affirms our commitment to high academic standards, meaningful relationships, and a learning environment where students feel supported, challenged, and inspired every day.
14 Perfect Scores on the NJSLA for the 2023-2024 school year
$450,000 in Scholarships Awarded from Independent High Schools by the class of 2025
2021-2023 Winner of the NJ State Department of Education Lighthouse Award
2024 JC MLK Oratory Contest Honorary Mentions from two LCCS Students
NJ Charter School Athletic League finalists in Soccer, Boy's Basketball, and Volleyball
2024 North Regional winners for NJ National History Day