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#303 of 534 private schools in NJ
Newark Academy
High School
91 S ORANGE AVE, Livingston, NJ 07039
Enrollment
654
Student-Teacher
8.3:1
Score
6.2
Grades
6th – 12th
Enrollment
654
Student-Teacher
8.3:1
Score
6.2
Grades
6th – 12th
Data vintage
2021-22
Data vintage2021-22
How this school compares
New Jersey private schools
#303 of 534
In Livingston
#5 of 5
public schools
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About Newark Academy
Newark Academy is a private high school in Livingston, NJ. Newark Academy serves approximately 654 students, and covers grades 6th-12th, and has a 8.3:1 student-teacher ratio. Newark Academy has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.2 out of 10 and ranks #303 of 534 private schools in NJ.
- This school 6.2 · Average
- NJ avg 5.8
What Parents Should Know
At 8.3:1 students to teachers, Newark Academy sits well below the national average. Smaller classes like that usually mean more one-on-one time between students and teachers.
Newark Academy is private, so it runs independently of the local district and sets its own curriculum. That freedom cuts both ways depending on what you want for your child. If you're considering it, start with the practical questions: tuition, financial aid, and how admissions work.
Compare to Public Schools
BetaHow Newark Academy compares to the 9 public schools in Livingston, NJ
Student Demographics
All Schools in Livingston
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| Newark Academy (this school) | 6.2 |
| Heritage Middle School | 8.4 |
| Burnet Hill Elementary School | 8.4 |
| Hillside Elementary School | 8.7 |
| Livingston High School | 7.2 |
| Riker Hill Elementary School | 8.3 |
| Collins Elementary School | 8.9 |
| Harrison Elementary School | 6.9 |
| Mount Pleasant Elementary School | 7.7 |
| Mount Pleasant Middle School | 7.1 |
Demographics sourced from NCES Private School Survey (PSS) and Common Core of Data (CCD). Comparisons are based on enrollment-weighted averages.
Score Breakdown
PreliminaryWhat This Rating Measures
This rating reflects classroom size, instructional time, student diversity, community resources, and school characteristics. Private schools are ranked against other private schools in NJ.
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Score basis: Private school model
Data coverage: 80% of scoring components had data
Components scored: 4 of 5
Ranking pool: Private schools in NJ
Test Scores
Test score data not yet available for this school.
Student Demographics NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)
Source: NCES Private School Survey (PSS)
Location
91 S ORANGE AVE, Livingston, NJ 07039
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Newark Academy may also want to explore other high schools in the area. Hanover Park High School (rated 8.1/10, 1.9 miles away, in nearby East Hanover), which scores notably higher. Another option is PILLAR HIGH SCHOOL (FORMER HORIZON HIGH SCHOOL) (rated 7.3/10, 1.8 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Livingston High School (rated 7.2/10, 2.1 miles away), which scores slightly higher. For more schools in Livingston, see our Livingston schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 2.7 miNeighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 07039 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$218,416
Median Home Value
$746,100
Median Rent
$2,953/mo
Population
31,128
College Educated
73%
Homeownership
86.2%
Avg Commute
37.1 min
Poverty Rate
2.2%
Median Age
44.3
Similar Schools
Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| Arts High School Newark, NJ | 6.2 |
| Gateway Regional High School Woodbury Hts, NJ | 6.2 |
| Lakeland Regional High School Wanaque, NJ | 6.2 |
| Audubon Junior/Senior High School Audubon, NJ | 6.3 |
| Diana C. Lobosco STEM Academy Wayne, NJ | 6.3 |
| Pitman Jr./Sr. High School Pitman, NJ | 6.3 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Newark Academy
What grades does Newark Academy serve?
Newark Academy serves students in grades 6th through 12th.
How many students attend Newark Academy?
Newark Academy has an enrollment of approximately 654 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Newark Academy?
The student-teacher ratio at Newark Academy is 8.3:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 11:1 for private schools.
How does Newark Academy rank in NJ?
Newark Academy ranks #303 of 534 private schools in NJ.
What is Newark Academy's MySchoolScout rating?
Newark Academy has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.2 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.
Is Newark Academy a private school?
Yes, Newark Academy is a private coeducational school with a Nonsectarian affiliation. Private schools are not required to participate in state standardized testing, so academic performance data may be limited compared to public schools.
Is Newark Academy a religious school?
No, Newark Academy is a nonsectarian (non-religious) private school.
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Quick Facts NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)
- Grades
- 6th – 12th
- Enrollment
- 654
- Gender Split
- 52% M / 48% F
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 8.3:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 79
- Type
- private
- Coed Status
- coed
- Affiliation
- Nonsectarian
- School Day
- 6.2 hours
- Days Per Year
- 164 days
- Setting
- Large Suburb
- County
- Essex County
- Phone
- (973) 992-7000
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