LEAP Academy University Charter School’s Performance-Based Compensation Program

Case Study Details

Center for Educator Compensation Reform
April 2012
Human Capital

This case summary from the Center for Educator Compensation Reform focuses on the LEAP Academy University Charter School’s performance-based compensation program. The summary covers the Camden, New Jersey, K–12 school’s history, an overview of how teachers are evaluated and compensated, student achievement, the impact of unionization, and lessons learned. It also provides tables showing raise percentages and performance scoring rubrics.