Bethany Baptist Church is a historic church at 117 W.
Market Street in Newark, Essex County, New Jersey, United States.
The church traces its origins to 1870, when a group of African Americans established the church on Broad Street in Newark in the building of the Peddie Memorial Baptist Church.
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-4
- Enrollment: 74 students
- Application Deadline: None / Rolling
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES)
Top Rankings
Bethany Christian Academy ranks among the top 20% of private schools in New Jersey for:
Category
Attribute
School Overview
School Membership(s)School Assoc.
Religious Affiliation
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-4
School Calendar
Student Body
Total Students
74 students
Student Body Type
Co-ed
% Students of Color
100%
State avg.: 40%
Students by Grade
Academics and Faculty
Total Classroom Teachers
7 teachers
Student-Teacher Ratio
11:1
National avg.: 13:1
Tuition and Acceptance Rate
Admission Deadline
None / Rolling
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES)
Frequently Asked Questions
What schools are Bethany Christian Academy often compared to?
Bethany Christian Academy is often viewed alongside schools like Calvary Christian School by visitors of our site.
When is the application deadline for Bethany Christian Academy?
The application deadline for Bethany Christian Academy is rolling (applications are reviewed as they are received year-round).
In what neighborhood is Bethany Christian Academy located?
Bethany Christian Academy is located in the University Heights neighborhood of Newark, NJ. There are 2 other private schools located in University Heights.
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