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 395 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 12:1 is higher than the New Jersey state level of 11:1.
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 395 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 12:1
- 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%)
- Attendance Zone: BARD EARLY COLLEGE HIGH SCHOOL's attendance zone encompasses the entire district of Newark, NJ, covering approximately 25.9 square miles. The typical drive to the school is between 5 to 10 minutes, with an average distance of 2.6 miles to the zone's edge and a maximum distance of 5.1 miles to the furthest point.
- 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
School Overview
Bard Early College High School's student population of 395 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 32 teachers has grown by 6% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
395 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
32 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Year Founded
2011
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 0.49, 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%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 12-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
10-14%
38%
Showing 2013–2023. Full 12-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
75-79%
49%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
15-19%
23%
Student-Teacher Ratio
12:1
11:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
American Indian
1%
n/a
Asian
1%
11%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
31%
35%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Black
65%
14%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Hawaiian
1%
n/a
Two or more races
1%
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Graduation Rate
≥95%
90.5%
Showing 2014–2023. Full 11-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)14.9%
16.7%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
53%
38%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
10%
5%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NJ Dept. of Education
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 90.5%.
How many students attend Bard Early College High School?
395 students attend Bard Early College High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
65% of Bard Early College High School students are Black, 31% of students are Hispanic, 1% of students are American Indian, 1% of students are Asian, 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 12:1, 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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