Newark Boys Chorus School (2026 Profile)

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Quick Facts (2026)

School Type: Special Program Emphasis
Grades: 4-8
Enrollment: 46 students
Acceptance rate: 100%
Application Deadline: None / Rolling
Source: ✓Verified school update

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Newark Boys Chorus School ranks among the top 20% of private schools in New Jersey for:

School Facts

School Type

School with Special Program Emphasis

School Membership(s)School Assoc.

National Association of Independent Schools (NAIS)
Middle States Association of Colleges and Secondary Schools
New Jersey Association of Independent Schools

Religious Affiliation

Nonsectarian

Grades Offered

Grades 4-8

Students By Grade

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Distribution of Students By Grade
Grade	Newark Boys Chorus School
4	1
5	15
6	8
7	4
8	18

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Year Founded

1969

School Calendar

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Student Body

Total Students

46 students

Student Body Type

All-boys

% Students of Color

100%

State avg.: 40%

Academics & Faculty

Total Classroom Teachers

5 teachers

Student-Teacher Ratio

9:1

National avg.: 11:1

% Faculty w/Advanced Degree

45%

Classroom Dress Code

Casual

khaki pants, school polo shirt

Tuition & Acceptance Rate

Admission Deadline

None / Rolling

Tuition Notes

Tuition Free Effective September 2017

% on Financial Aid

45%

Acceptance Rate

100%

National avg.: 82%

Admissions Director

Brenda McLeod

Application URL

Online Application

Extracurriculars

Total ExtracurricularsTotal Extra-curric.

3 extracurriculars

ExtracurricularsExtra-curric.

Club or Organization:

Chess Club

Arts and Music Programs:

African DrummingMusical Theater

School Notes

At Newark Boys Chorus School, our mission is to create a challenging academic and musical environment in the city of Newark for young males from fourth through eighth grades.
Newark boys chorus school ultimately seeks to provide the community with young men who value a love for learning, a quest for excellence, and a compassion for humanity.
NBCS students, parents, teachers, and staff value: embracing a hunger for learning: striving for excellence in all that we do; respecting others and their property; and creating a cooperative spirit among the members of our school family.

At Newark Boys Chorus School, our mission is to create a challenging academic and musical environment in the city of Newark for young males from fourth through eighth grades.
Newark boys chorus school ultimately seeks to provide the community with young men who value a love for learning, a quest for excellence, and a compassion for humanity.
NBCS students, parents, teachers, and staff value: embracing a hunger for learning: striving for excellence in all that we do; respecting others and their property; and creating a cooperative spirit among the members of our school family.

Source: Verified school update

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the acceptance rate of Newark Boys Chorus School?

The acceptance rate of Newark Boys Chorus School is 100%, which is higher than the national average of 78%.

When is the application deadline for Newark Boys Chorus School?

The application deadline for Newark Boys Chorus School is rolling (applications are reviewed as they are received year-round).

In what neighborhood is Newark Boys Chorus School located?

Newark Boys Chorus School is located in the South Broad Street neighborhood of Newark, NJ. There are 1 other private schools located in South Broad Street.

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