Newark Academy in NJ - Niche
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Newark Academy
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  • Private
  • LIVINGSTON, NJ

Report Card

grade A+
Overall Niche Grade
  1. Academics
    grade A+
  2. Diversity
    grade A+
  3. Teachers
    grade A+
  4. College Prep
    grade A+
  5. Clubs & Activities
    grade A+
  6. Sports
    grade A minus

About

Applying

Application Deadline
December 1
Application Fee
$95
Interview Required
Yes
Required/Recommended Tests
ISEE, SSAT

Tuition

Yearly Tuition
$48,880
Tuition is for the highest grade offered and may have changed for the current school year. For more information, please contact the school.
Received Financial Aid
17%
Average Financial Aid
$35,522
From Newark Academy

Celebrating the 250th anniversary of its founding this year, Newark Academy (NA) provides students in grades 6-12 with the knowledge and skills to become meaningful contributors to their communities and the wider world. The school has earned its outstanding reputation for transforming the lives of students through its dynamic program and student-centered approach. NA students develop a true love of learning through innovative and engaging classroom experiences, while challenging themselves in the school’s signature immersive and global programs: International Baccalaureate®, June Term, Capstone Experiences and the Immersion Experience. Outside the classroom, Newark Academy’s award-winning arts and athletics programs foster student passions while also helping them become better leaders and teammates.

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Newark Academy Rankings

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Academics

Average Graduation Rate
100%
Average SAT
1440
87 responses
Average ACT
32
116 responses

250 Years of Excellence

academic spotlight

Learn more about Newark Academy's 250 years of memorable and joyful teaching and learning experiences, as the school celebrates its milestone and looks towards its future.

Culture & Safety

Poll
71%
of students agree that they feel safe at their school. 21 responses
Poll
67%
of students agree that they like their school and feel happy there. 21 responses
Poll
What are your favorite school events or traditions?
Based on 54 responses
  • Back-to-School Barbecue
    19%
  • Sporting events
    19%
  • Musical productions
    17%
  • Arts events
    11%
  • Spirit Week
    11%
  • Dances
    7%
  • The many community service events
    7%

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Students

Diversity
grade A+
Based on racial and economic diversity and survey responses on school culture and diversity from students and parents.
Students
667
87%
of students and parents agree that students at this school are competitive. 23 responses
78%
of students and parents agree that students at this school are creative and artsy. 23 responses
65%
of students and parents agree that students at this school are athletic. 23 responses

Teachers

Student-Teacher Ratio
7:1
National
17:1
Poll
83%
of students and parents agree that the teachers give engaging lessons. 23 responses
Poll
74%
of students and parents agree that the teachers genuinely care about the students. 23 responses
Poll
65%
of students and parents agree that the teachers adequately lead and control the classroom. 23 responses

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Clubs & Activities

Clubs & Activities
grade A+
Based on student and parent reviews of clubs and activities.
Girls Athletic Participation
Very High
Boys Athletic Participation
Very High
78%
of students and parents agree that there are plenty of clubs and organizations for students to get involved in. 18 responses
67%
of students and parents agree that clubs and organizations get the funding they need. 18 responses
67%
of students and parents agree that lots of students participate in clubs and organizations. 18 responses

Living in the Area

grade C+
Overall Niche Grade
  1. Cost of Living
    grade D+
  2. Good for Families
    grade B
  3. Housing
    grade D minus
Median Household Income
$73,785
National
$75,149
Median Rent
$1,404
National
$1,268
Median Home Value
$466,500
National
$281,900

Newark Academy Reviews

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