Bard High School Early College Newark is a magnet public high school in Newark, in Essex County, in the U.S. state of New Jersey. Established in 2011, it is part of Newark Public Schools.
Serving 382 students in grades 9-12, Bard Early College High School ranks in the top 50% of all schools in New Jersey for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 10-14% (which is lower than the New Jersey state average of 38%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 75-79% (which is higher than the New Jersey state average of 49%).
The student:teacher ratio of 13:1 is higher than the New Jersey state level of 11:1.
Minority enrollment is 99% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the New Jersey state average of 62% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 382 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 13:1
- Minority Enrollment: 99%
- Graduation Rate: ≥95% (Top 20% in NJ)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50%
- Math Proficiency: 10-14% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 75-79% (Top 10%)
- Science Proficiency: 15-19% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NJ Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Bard Early College High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in New Jersey for:
Category
Attribute
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Graduation Rate
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
School Overview
Bard Early College High School's student population of 382 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 30 teachers has grown by 11% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
382 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
30 teachers
Year Founded
2011
Last Day of School
Sat. May 23, 2026
School Motto
Where Passion Meets Progress
School Rankings
Bard Early College High School ranks within the top 50% of all 2,184 schools in New Jersey (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Bard Early College High School is 0.48, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.72. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#1065 out of 2184 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
10-14%
38%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
75-79%
49%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
15-19%
23%
Student : Teacher Ratio
13:1
11:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
2%
10%
Hispanic
28%
34%
Black
67%
15%
White
1%
38%
Hawaiian
1%
n/a
Two or more races
1%
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
≥95%
85%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
50%
32%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
13%
6%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NJ Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Bard Early College High School's ranking?
Bard Early College High School is ranked #1065 out of 2,184 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in New Jersey.
What schools are Bard Early College High School often compared to?
Bard Early College High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Science Park High School, Arts High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
10-14% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 38% NJ state average), while 75-79% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 49% NJ state average).
What is the graduation rate of Bard Early College High School?
The graduation rate of Bard Early College High School is 95%, which is higher than the New Jersey state average of 85%.
How many students attend Bard Early College High School?
382 students attend Bard Early College High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
67% of Bard Early College High School students are Black, 28% of students are Hispanic, 2% of students are Asian, 1% of students are White, 1% of students are Hawaiian, and 1% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Bard Early College High School?
Bard Early College High School has a student ration of 13:1, which is higher than the New Jersey state average of 11:1.
What grades does Bard Early College High School offer ?
Bard Early College High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Bard Early College High School part of?
Bard Early College High School is part of Newark Public School District.
In what neighborhood is Bard Early College High School located?
Bard Early College High School is located in the West Side neighborhood of Newark, NJ. There are 7 other public schools located in West Side.
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