School Overview
Data & methodologyOverall
A+
Matriculation
A+
Academics
A+
Extracurriculars
A
Community
A+
Reviews
B+
Founded in 1774, Newark Academy has a rich history as an independent, coeducational school where smart, motivated students are challenged by a rigorous academic program and an energized faculty committed to intellectual excellence.
The culture prepares students for college and a lifetime of learning, while emphasizing the development of compassionate people.
The culture prepares students for college and a lifetime of learning, while emphasizing the development of compassionate people.
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School Stats
Average
Current school
Tuition
$53,200
Enrollment
667
Faculty with Advanced Degrees
89%
Teacher-Student Ratio
1:8
Endowment
$30 million
AP
3
Average SAT Score
1446
Average ACT Score
31
Class Size
14
Matriculation
College Matriculation
(2021-2024)| Ranking | University/College | Students |
|---|---|---|
| #1 | Princeton University | 4 |
| #2 | Columbia University | 11 |
| #2 | Harvard College | 10 |
| #2 | Massachusetts Institute of Technology | 3 |
| Art #3 | Rhode Island School of Design | 1 |
| #5 | Yale University | 3 |
| LAC #1 | Williams College | 2 |
| #6 | Stanford University | 1 |
| #6 | University of Chicago | 7 |
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Academics
AP Scores
(2024)Number of students who took AP tests
160
Number of tests taken
196
Score 5
Score 4
Score 3
Other scores
AP Courses
(3)|
Calculus AB
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Calculus BC
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United States History
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IB
(21)|
IB English A: Literature (HL)
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IB Chinese
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IB French (HL)
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IB Spanish
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IB Economics (HL)
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IB History (HL)
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IB English A: Literature (HL)
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IB Chinese
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IB French (HL)
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IB Spanish
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IB Economics (HL)
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IB History (HL)
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IB Philosophy (HL)
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IB World History
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IB Biology (HL)
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IB Chemistry (HL)
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IB Computer Science
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IB Environment
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IB Physics (HL)
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IB Analysis and Approaches (HL)
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IB Mathematics
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IB Dance
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IB Film
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IB Theatre
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IB Visual Arts
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IB French A: Language and Literature
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IB Global Politics
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Sports
(15)|
Baseball
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Basketball
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Cross Country
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Fencing
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Field Hockey
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American Football
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Baseball
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Basketball
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Cross Country
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Fencing
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Field Hockey
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American Football
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Golf
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Lacrosse
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Soccer
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Softball
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Swimming
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Tennis
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Track and Field
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Volleyball
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Wrestling
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Extracurricular Activities and Clubs
(77)|
Animal Rights Club
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Around the World Travel Club
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Art Club
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Asian Diversity Club
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Astronomy Club
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Black Student Union
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Animal Rights Club
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Around the World Travel Club
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Art Club
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Asian Diversity Club
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Astronomy Club
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Black Student Union
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Cancer Awareness Club
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Chemistry Club
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Chess Club
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Cricket Club
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Do Something Club
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Entrepreneurship Club
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Ethics Bowl
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Federal Reserve Challenge Club
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Film Appreciation Club
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Food Club
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French Club
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Gender Sexuality Alliance
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Girl Up
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Green & Blue Committee
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Healthy Body
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Healthy Mind Club
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Hubun Club (Muslim/Arabic Club)
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Human Rights Club
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Improv Club
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Indian Club
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Italian Club
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Jewish Club
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K-Pop Club
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Kiva Club
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Linguistics Club
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Math Club
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Mi Casa
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Minuteman Newspaper
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Minuteman Society
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Mock Trial
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Model Congress
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Model United Nations
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Music Production Club
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Newark Anatomy
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Outdoors Club
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Peer Tutoring
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People Organizing for Women's Empowerment and Rights (POWER)
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Philosophy-Psychology Club
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Photography Club
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Prisms (literary magazine)
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Public Health Group
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Quiz Bowl
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Robotics & Engineering Club
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Ski Club
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Sports Analytics Club
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STEM Journal
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Stock Market Club
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Strategic Games Forum
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Strings Attached
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Student Endowment Committee
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Support the Troops
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Supporting Women in STEM
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Think Tank
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Ultimate Frisbee Club
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Vypr Club (computer programming)
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Yearbook
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Yoga Club
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Young Democrats Club
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Young Republicans Club
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Advancement Student Leadership Team
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Athletic Team Captains
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Classroom Intern Association (CIA)
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Community Service Council
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Diversity
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Equity & Inclusion Ambassadors
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Equity & Inclusion Team
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Peer Leaders
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School Council
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Writing
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Art
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Music (WAM) Blog Interns
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Arts
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Acting
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Choir
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Dance
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Music
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String
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Wind Symphony
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Acting
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Choir
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Dance
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Music
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String
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Wind Symphony
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Ceramics
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Digital Photography
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Drawing
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Film
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Filmmaking
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Painting
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Art
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Audition
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Basic Info
Application Info
Frequently Ask Questions about Newark Academy
Tell me a bit about Newark Academy.
Newark Academy is Co-ed private day school located in New Jersey, US. It was founded 1774 , and currently has about 667 students.
For more official information, please visit http://www.newarka.edu.
For more official information, please visit http://www.newarka.edu.
Does Newark Academy have rigorous academic requirements?
Newark Academy is offering 3 AP courses.
In recent years, 85 of their students score 4 and 5 in AP exams.
Newark Academy also have 89% of faculties whose degrees are master and above.
In recent years, 85 of their students score 4 and 5 in AP exams.
Newark Academy also have 89% of faculties whose degrees are master and above.
Where do Newark Academy students typically go for their colleges?
Based on the most recent matriculation data, 22.79% go to top 50 US universities and colleges*, 28.32% go to top 25, and about 13.5% go to Harvard, Yale, Princeton, Stanford and MIT.
*Ranking is based on the 2024 US News College Ranking.
*Ranking is based on the 2024 US News College Ranking.
What is the application requirement for Newark Academy?
Similar to most private schools in the US, Newark Academy’s typical admission requirements include school transcript, recommendation letter, application essay, and interview (often optional, but highly recommended).
What is the Day Tuition for Newark Academy?
The day tuition for Newark Academy in 2024 is
$53,200 For international students, there are additional fees, such as student management fee and other fees associated with managing international students.
For more information, please contact school’s admission team at wtaylor@newarka.edu .
For more information, please contact school’s admission team at wtaylor@newarka.edu .
Where is Newark Academy located?
Newark Academy is located in the State of New Jersey of USA. The closest major city is New York, which is about 19 miles away from school. Most families can choose JFK airport to travel in and out of school.
How popular is Newark Academy on the FindingSchool network?
Based on FindingSchool monthly traffic data as well as onsite search record, Newark Academy is among the most popular schools, within top 355 for all schools on FindingSchool.
Also Newark Academy has been favorited by 47 users.
Also Newark Academy has been favorited by 47 users.
How do I complete an application for Newark Academy?
The first stop is to carefully review the school profile on FindingSchool to learn more about Newark Academy. Most of them are directly provided by the school.
Also it is highly recommended to visit Newark Academy’s official site: http://www.newarka.edu or call them at 973-992-7000.
Also it is highly recommended to visit Newark Academy’s official site: http://www.newarka.edu or call them at 973-992-7000.
Are there additional schools that are located close to Newark Academy?
Yes, here are few:
Kent Place School, Oratory Preparatory School and Rae Kushner Yeshiva High School.
The closest major city is New York. You can find out more schools near New York here.
The closest major city is New York. You can find out more schools near New York here.
What is the FindingSchool rating for Newark Academy?
The overall rating for Newark Academy is A+.
The section ratings of Newark Academy are:
A+ for Matriculation
A+ for Academics
A for Extracurriculum
A+ for Community
B+ for Students and Parents reviews
The section ratings of Newark Academy are:
A+ for Matriculation
A+ for Academics
A for Extracurriculum
A+ for Community
B+ for Students and Parents reviews
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