Mary Help Of Christians Academy

659 Belmont Avenue, North Haledon, NJ, 07508-0750
Tel: (973)790-6200
Grades: 6 - 12 | 275 students
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Mary Help of Christians Academy is a Catholic School in the Salesian Tradition for young women grades 6 to 12, located in North Haledon, NJ. Mary Help of Christians Academy has been serving the Northern New Jersey area, providing a sanctuary for young women to learn, grow and succeed in a safe, nurturing environment since 1921. Our mission is to provide student-centered learning within a family atmosphere that embodies the Salesian philosophy of reason, religion, and loving kindness as taught by St. John Bosco and St. Mary Mazzarello. Nestled on a picturesque sixteen acre campus, we challenge our students to develop their potential and to dedicate themselves to academic excellence, faith, leadership and service as they take their place in our rapidly changing and pluralistic society.  

School Overview:
Mary Help Of Christians Academy
School Membership(s) National Catholic Educational Association (NCEA)
Religious Affiliation Roman Catholic
Grades Offered Grades 6 - 12
Year Founded 1940
Student Body
Total Students 275 students
Student Body Type All-girls
% Students of Color 50% (NJ School Avg.: 38%)
Students by Grade
 
Academics and Faculty
Total Classroom Teachers 24 teachers
Student : Teacher Ratio 12:1 (National school avg.: 13:1)
% Faculty w/Advanced Degree 70%
Average Class Size 17 students
Number of AP Courses 6 courses
List of Courses Offered Link to List of Courses
Matriculation Data Link to Matriculation Data
Finances and Admission
Admission Deadline None / Rolling
Yearly Tuition Cost $7,800
Tuition Notes Academic Scholarships/ Financial Aid Requests Accepted
Acceptance Rate 80%
Admissions Director Sr. Mary Jackson, FMA
Sports
Total Sports Offered 11 sports
Sports
Basketball Bowling
Cheering Cross Country
Dance Lacrosse
Soccer Softball
Tennis Track and Field
Volleyball
Extracurriculars
Total Extracurriculars 23 extracurriculars
Extracurriculars
Ambassadors Art Club
Campus Ministry Chorus
Dance Club Debate
French Conversation Cafe Guitar Club
Junior Salesian Apostles Key Club
Mary Help Players Math Tutoring
N.J. Science League National Honor Society
Peer Mediation Peer Tutors
Photography Club Pro-Life Club
Spanish Tutoring Spring Musical
Student Council True Love Waits
Wii Club

School Notes:

    • The educational program aims to give the Academy graduate both personal confidence and a competitive edge as she enters college and shapes her future. Special programs open to upperclassmen include:
    • Health Care Connections (couresework and internships geared towards the health care professions)
    • Business Community Connections (coursework and internships preparing students for careers in finance and business)
    • Creative Arts (studio art courses and -- for those interested -- focused courses bridging the arts with the world of fashion design).

    Profile last updated: 10/09/2012

Related School Videos:

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Welcome to Mary Help of Christians Academy
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XLT Mary Help
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MHCA Talent Show 2010 - Ethnic Dance 2
2 years ago

Nearby Schools:

Mary Help Of Christians Academy
Gr. 6-12 | 0 mi. away
Eastern Christian High School
Gr. 9-12 | 0.3 mi. away
Al-hikmah Elementary School
Gr. K-7 | 1.1 mi. away
Gilmore Memorial Christian Academy
Gr. K-3 | 1.2 mi. away
St Gerard Majella School
Gr. K-9 | 1.3 mi. away
St Mary School
Gr. K-9 | 1.7 mi. away

View all schools in: North Haledon, Passaic County, Zip 07508

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