Assumption Academy
School Notes Overview:
We at Assumption Academy are committed to providing quality education in an atmosphere of Catholic values and the Gospel message is integrated with every facet of school life. As vital members of our faith community who pray, study, and celebrate together, our children are encouraged to carry with them into the world community the good news of Jesus Christ. Academically, we are committed to ‘differentiated instruction’ - which means that we tailor our teaching to meet the developmental level of each of our students, from the gifted and talented to the academically challenged. In this way, We Honor Every Student as an individual with unique aptitudes and abilities. ...
School Overview:
Assumption Academy |
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| School Membership(s) |
National Catholic Educational Association (NCEA) Other school association(s) |
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| Religious Affiliation | Roman Catholic | ||
| Grades Offered | Grades Prekindergarten - 8 | ||
| Year Founded | 1953 | ||
| County | Bergen County, NJ | ||
| Student Body | |||
| Total Students | 252 students | ||
| Student Body Type | Co-ed | ||
This School |
(NJ) School Avg. |
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| % Students of Color | n/a | 32% | |
| Students by Grade | |||
| Pre-K - 67 students | |||
| Kind - 33 students | |||
| Grade 1 - 13 students | |||
| Grade 2 - 24 students | |||
| Grade 3 - 16 students | |||
| Grade 4 - 21 students | |||
| Grade 5 - 21 students | |||
| Grade 6 - 11 students | |||
| Grade 7 - 20 students | |||
| Grade 8 - 26 students | |||
| Academics and Faculty | |||
| Total Classroom Teachers | 14 teachers | ||
| List of Courses Offered | Link to List of Courses | ||
| Classroom dress code | Formal (K and up wear uniform from Flynn & O) |
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| Teacher : Student Ratio | 1:17 | * Ntl. Public School Avg. » 1:16 | |
| School Days in Calendar Year | 180 days | 180 days | |
| Hours in School Day for Students | 6 hours | 6 hours | |
| Finances and Admission | |||
| Admission Deadline | None / Rolling | ||
| Yearly Tuition Cost | $3,990 | ||
| Tuition Notes | Pk 2 1/2 - 3 is offered 3 half; 3 full; 5 half and 5 full days with varying tuition. Pk 4 is offered 5 half or 5 full with varying tuition. | ||
| Head of School | Dr. Maria Cleary | ||
| Sport | |||
| Total Sports Offered | 4 | ||
Sports |
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| Basketball | Cheering | ||
| Track and Field | Volley Ball | ||
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| Total Extracurricular Organizations | 5 | ||
Extracurriculars |
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| Chess & Checkers | Drama Club | ||
| Junior Beta Honor Society | Student Council | ||
| Youth Group | |||
School Notes:
- We at Assumption Academy are committed to providing quality education in an atmosphere of Catholic values and the Gospel message is integrated with every facet of school life. As vital members of our faith community who pray, study, and celebrate together, our children are encouraged to carry with them into the world community the good news of Jesus Christ. Academically, we are committed to ‘differentiated instruction’ - which means that we tailor our teaching to meet the developmental level of each of our students, from the gifted and talented to the academically challenged. In this way, We Honor Every Student as an individual with unique aptitudes and abilities. The K-8 curriculum is Middle States Accredited and further, as befits an academy, Assumption’s middle school curriculum incorporates extensive language instruction, Science Lab, Algebra I & II, Honors Literature, and technology integration. The whole school has access to wireless laptops, classroom computers, and a state-of-the-art computer lab complete with distance-learning capabilities. Our Early Childhood Program educates children 2 ½ thru 4, and before and after care are available every school day from 6:45am to 6:30pm and all day on most school holidays for students 2½ through 8th grade. Parishioner and parent involvement is an invaluable part of the education experience for our students. We welcome volunteers in our school and have many different programs in which they can participate.
- Profile last updated: 02/18/2009
In the News:
- Community Calendar (The Record and Herald News)
posted on September 7, 2009 at 02:53:47 pm
Go to calendar.northjersey.com to search comprehensive listings or submit your event to be considered for our online and print calendars. - The Bee is underway (The Record and Herald News)
posted on March 15, 2009 at 09:46:36 am
HACKENSACK – Spelling champs from local schools compete this weekend in the North Jersey Spelling Bee, which will give one pupil a trip to the national contest in May.
School Zip Statistics:
| About This Zipcode (07630) | School Zip (07630) |
(NJ) State Average |
| Population (Approximate) | 7,197 people | 8,413,990 people |
| % (age 25+) w/College Degree | 46% | 36% |
| Population Average Age | 41 years old | 36 years old |
| Average Household size | 2.9 persons | 2.7 persons |
| Median Household Income | $74,556 | $57,061 |
| Avg. # of Rooms in Household | 7 rooms | 5.6 rooms |
| Median Age of Housing Structure | 53 years old | 46 years old |
| Median Value of Housing Unit Zipcode (07630) |
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| % Owning / % Renting | 92% / 8% | 62% / 38% |
School Map:
Nearby Schools:
- Zion Lutheran School - 142 students - 0.9 mi. away - view location
- Dr David Goldberg Ccc - 78 students - 1.3 mi. away - view location
- Lily Pond Country Day School - 135 students - 1.6 mi. away - view location
- St. Joseph School - 471 students - 1.8 mi. away - view location
- St. John's Academy - 483 students - 2.1 mi. away - view location
View all schools in: Emerson, Bergen County, Zip 07630
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