Camden Forward School/urban Promise Academy

Camden Forward School/urban Promise Academy is a co–ed Christian–affiliated private school in Camden, NJ, serving grades K through 12 in a suburban community.
Founded in 1988, the school enrolls 137 students with a student–teacher ratio of 9:1 supported by 15 teachers.
The student body is 99.38 percent students of color, reflecting high diversity among New Jersey private schools.
The school's program combines elementary and secondary education in one location within the Camden suburb area.
/urban Promise Academy ranks among the top 20 percent of private schools in New Jersey for student diversity.

Quick Facts (2026)

  • Grades: Kindergarten-12
  • Enrollment: 137 students
  • Application Deadline: None / Rolling
  • Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES)

Top Rankings

Camden Forward School/urban Promise Academy ranks among the top 20% of private schools in New Jersey for:

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Attribute

School Overview

Religious Affiliation
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-12
Year Founded
1988
School Calendar

Student Body

Total Students
137 students
Student Body Type
Co-ed
% Students of Color
99%
State avg.: 40%
Students by Grade

Academics and Faculty

Total Classroom Teachers
15 teachers
Student-Teacher Ratio
9:1
National avg.: 11:1

Tuition and Acceptance Rate

Admission Deadline
None / Rolling
Application URL
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES)

Frequently Asked Questions

When is the application deadline for Camden Forward School/urban Promise Academy?
The application deadline for Camden Forward School/urban Promise Academy is rolling (applications are reviewed as they are received year-round).

School Reviews

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This is a small Christian school that thrives in relationships, academics, and community! The class sizes are limited to under 17 per class. The school is run under the way full eye of Terry Bullock. Consider this school if you want to see the impact of Jesus, kindness, love, and learning can have on your child!
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Quick Facts (2026)

  • Grades: Kindergarten-12
  • Enrollment: 137 students
  • Application Deadline: None / Rolling
  • Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES)

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The average private school tuition in Camden County, NJ is $16,114 for elementary schools and $17,995 for high schools (read more about average private school tuition across the country).
The average acceptance rate in Camden County, NJ is 85% (read more about average acceptance rates across the country).

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