School Type
Ward
Grade Levels
Enrollment
395
School Code
011
Bard High School Early College
Fast-Track Your Success: High School Diploma and Associate Degree in Just 4 Years
About Our School:
Since its founding in 2011, Bard High School Early College Newark has offered Newark students an unparalleled educational opportunity. Through a partnership between Bard College and Newark Public Schools, we make it possible for students to earn both a New Jersey high school diploma and an Associate’s Degree in four years.
Unique Fact:
Bard High School Early College offers a unique opportunity for all students to graduate with both a high school diploma and an associate degree in just four years. The program combines challenging academics with college-level courses, encouraging critical thinking and a love for learning. With small classes and supportive teachers, students thrive in a nurturing environment and become ready for college and beyond.
School Information
Principal
Dr. Rafael Inoa
Address
321 Bergen Street
Newark, NJ 07103Phone Number
973-733-8363
Parent Liaison
Cindy Duran, Director of Admissions
cduran@bhsec.bard.eduSchool Hours
8:15 am - 3:05 pm
Uniform Colors
Top: Burgundy, White
Bottom: BlackBefore School Options
None offered at this school
After School Options
None offered at this school
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| Seats Available: | ||||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Seats Available in Entry Grade Last Year: | Grade 9: 130 | NA | ||
| Percentage of Applicants Who Listed This School 1st and Were Matched to this School Last Year: | 94.9% | |||
| School Attendance: | ||
|---|---|---|
| Average Daily Attendance Last School Year: | Percentage of Students Chronically Absent Last School Year: | |
| 94.43% | 16.54% | |
| School Data: | ||||
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| Average Section Size: | Student to Teacher Ratio: | Teachers with 5 or more years of experience: | Retention of Effective and Highly Effective Teachers: | Percentage of Teachers with Advanced Degrees: |
| 26 | 12 to 1 | 91.4% | 97% | 83.3% |
| Graduation Rates: | ||||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Graduation Rates 2022-2023: | Graduation Rates 2023-2024: | Graduation Rates 2024-2025: | ||
| 99% | 100% | 100% | ||
| Technology: | ||
|---|---|---|
| Number of Devices: | 1:1 | |
| Magnet/Specialized School Admissions Criteria | ||
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• Transcript/Grades *Please note that sibling preference does not apply to magnet schools. Please visit www.newarkenrolls.org for a list of up-todate criteria. |
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Advanced Placement Courses Offered
Certification Programs Offered
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