Madison Avenue Baptist Academy in Paterson, NJ is a suburban co–ed private school serving 114 students from pre–kindergarten through 8th grade.
The school has a student–teacher ratio of 14:1 with 8 teachers supporting its regular elementary and secondary programs.
Affiliated with the Baptist tradition and a member of the American Association of Christian Schools, Madison Avenue Baptist Academy reflects a religious orientation within a suburb–based setting.
With 96.5% of its student body representing students of color, the school ranks in the top 20% in New Jersey for diversity among private schools.
Madison Avenue Baptist Academy provides education in a suburban community environment near other PK–8 and PK–12 private schools in Paterson.
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-8
- Enrollment: 114 students
- Application Deadline: None / Rolling
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES)
Top Rankings
Madison Avenue Baptist Academy ranks among the top 20% of private schools in New Jersey for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
School Overview
School Membership(s)School Assoc.
Religious Affiliation
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-8
School Calendar
Student Body
Total Students
114 students
Student Body Type
Co-ed
% Students of Color
97%
State avg.: 40%
Students by Grade
Academics and Faculty
Total Classroom Teachers
8 teachers
Student-Teacher Ratio
14:1
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 Madison Avenue Baptist Academy?
The application deadline for Madison Avenue Baptist Academy is rolling (applications are reviewed as they are received year-round).
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