Newark Early College High School

Newark Early College High School

Public Middle, High School | Grade 6-12
403 S Orange Ave,  Newark, NJ
4.8
Founded in 2011, Bard Early College High School in Newark is a public high school that provides its students with a well-rounded academic curriculum and the skills they need to seamlessly transition from high school to college and beyond. At Bard Early College, students participate in a robust college program of study developed by Bard College in the liberal arts and sciences that emphasizes critical thinking through writing, discussion and inquiry. Based on a national movement for early college education focused on quality and equity, the program places emphasis on highly motivated students who exhibit an intellectual curiosity and a love of learning. The school’s free college associate degree program offers over 60 credits that are transferable to select bachelor’s degree programs across the country. Bard empowers students in both the classroom and the community by honoring each individual, nurturing their strengths and supporting them through challenges. True to Bard’s motto, “A Place to Think,” problem-solving, innovation and collaboration are engrained throughout every aspect of this Newark school’s academic program, which allows students to fulfill their potential as the next generation of scholars and leaders.

School Details

Students
419
Head of School
Ms Ann Wilson

GreatSchools Rating Details

Student Diversity

Male
51.6%
Female
48.4%
Black
87.8%
Hispanic
11%
Asian
<1%
White
<1%
Native American
<1%
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This School’s Reviews

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4.8 6 Reviews
5.0 parent
9/10/2013
Newark Early College is a wonderful school. The staff nd teachers are great. Their academics programs are superb.
5.0 other
4/17/2013
Newark Early College High School is an exceptional program for young childrenwho live in this urban community. I have visited this school many times to see how this program exactly works, and I can assure you anyone who wants a good education, this will be the school to go to. Th eeducators here wor...
5.0 other
4/17/2013
This school is school of high quality academics. It have the potential to earn 30-60 college credits and an associates degree. These children works with colleges around the tri-state area.
4.0 other
4/17/2013
This school is a high performing school that has truly amazing bright minds, improving the average NJASK scores for the past 3 years. it is highly likely that they will improve this year when they take it.

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