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  • Key Contact Information

    • Mailing Address: 91 South Orange Avenue, Livingston, NJ 07039
    • Main Telephone Number: (973) 992-7000
    • Frequently Called Extensions:
      • Office of Admission: Ext. 345
      • Advancement/Alumni: Ext. 320
      • Business Office: Ext. 226
      • Upper School Office: Ext. 361
      • Middle School Office: Ext. 286
      • Department of Athletics: Ext. 211
      • Summer Session Office: Ext. 217
      • Communications and Marketing: Ext. 325

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  • Faculty

    • 89 percent of NA’s 89 teachers and administrators hold advanced degrees and 18 hold doctoral degrees.
    • The faculty has an average of 15 years of teaching experience.
    • The average tenure of NA teachers is 10 years.
    • More than 65 members of the faculty and staff serve as academic and club advisors.

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  • Extracurricular Opportunities

    • More than 67 student clubs and activities are available to students in the Upper School. There are 24 extracurricular clubs for Middle School students.
    • There are two major drama productions (US Drama and MS Play),  two Musical Theater productions (US Musical and MS Musical) and two major dance concerts each year
    • There are 20 choral and instrumental music groups with multiple performance opportunities across a wide range of musical styles.
    • There are seven student Visual Art Exhibits (including one Community Art Exhibit)
    • 15 interscholastic sports (composed of 33 teams) are available at the Upper School level.
    • 15 interscholastic sports (composed of 26 teams) are available at the Middle School level.
    • Approximately 87 percent of Upper School students participate in at least one Varsity or JV sport each year.

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  • Student Body

    • NA’s 674 students come from 91 communities in New Jersey.
    • There are 470 students in the Upper School, 204 in the Middle School.
    • Students of color (as defined by the National Association of Independent Schools) represent 60 percent of the student population.
    • The Class of 2023 consists of 115 students, including 45 National Merit Scholars and 66 IB Diploma Candidates.

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  • Upper School Academics

    • In 1991, NA was the first school in New Jersey authorized to offer the International Baccalaureate (IB) Diploma Program. Coursework prepares students for 23 different IB exams across all subject areas. NA students had a 100 percent diploma pass rate in 2021.
    • In May 2022:
      • 180 students completed a total of 605 IB examinations.
      • 163 students sat for a total of 190 Advanced Placement (AP) tests.
    • 66 members of the Class of 2023 are pursuing the full IB diploma.
    • Approximately 95 percent of the Class of 2023 is enrolled in at least one IB course.
    • Approximately 60 percent of students enroll in art classes beyond the 1-year graduation requirement.
    • NA offers six opportunities for extended off-campus study for rising 10th and 11th grade students across the country and around the world.
    • 78 Upper School students participated in the Immersion Experience Program in 2021-22.
    • Upper School students reported 10,579 hours of community service in 2021-22.

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  • Financial Aid

    • NA spends approximately 14.9 percent of its annual operating budget on financial aid.
    • NA distributed more than $3.75 million in financial aid in 2021-22.
    • 17.4 percent of the student body received financial aid in 2021-22.

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  • Middle School Academics

    • 40 percent of the Class of 2027 is enrolled in an Upper School math class.
    • Over the course of three years in Middle School, students spend 10 nights on overnight, experiential school trips.
    • The Wilf Middle School building has 10 dedicated classrooms, three fully-equipped science labs, and two common spaces for student gatherings and an outdoor play area.
    • In 2019-20, the Middle School instituted three grade-wide service events into the curriculum ensuring that all students engage in grade-appropriate service activities.
    • The Middle School Community Service Club held more than 20 service events.

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  • Fundraising

    • Newark Academy’s parents, alumni, faculty, staff and community members gave $1,447,282.58 to the Annual Fund in 2021-22.
    • Alumni participation in the Annual Fund is 21 percent.
    • Current parent participation in the Annual Fund is 84 percent.
    • Faculty/staff participation in the Annual Fund is 100 percent.
    • NA administers 24 endowed scholarship funds.
91 South Orange Avenue, Livingston NJ 07039, 973.992.7000
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