North Ward Child Development C (Top Ranked 草榴社区 School for 2026-27)

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North Ward Child Development C

346 Mt Prospect Ave Newark, NJ 07104

Tel: (973) 481-1023

Quick Facts (2026-27)

Top Ranked NJ School
School Type: Early Childhood / Day Care
Grades: Prekindergarten-Kindergarten
Enrollment: 485 students
Application Deadline: None / Rolling
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES)

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Quick Facts (2026-27)

Top Ranked NJ School
School Type: Early Childhood / Day Care
Grades: Prekindergarten-Kindergarten
Enrollment: 485 students
Application Deadline: None / Rolling
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES)

School Rankings

North Ward Child Development C ranks among the top 20% of private schools in New Jersey for:

School Facts

School Type

Early Childhood / Day Care

Religious Affiliation

Nonsectarian

Grades Offered

Grades Prekindergarten-Kindergarten

Students By Grade

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Distribution of Students By Grade
Grade	North Ward Child Development C
Pre-K	460
Kind	25

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Student Body

Total Students

485 students

Student Body Type

Co-ed

Academic Profile

Total Classroom Teachers

1 teacher

Tuition & Financial Aid

Admission Deadline

None / Rolling

School Notes

The North Ward Center is one of the largest providers of Abbott preschool in New Jersey.
Since it was established in 1975, the Child Development Center has served more than 4,000 children.
We have more than 40 preschool classes that provide nearly 700 students with fundamental learning skills.
The North Ward Center provides, educational, cultural and meaningful social services to low and moderate-income families who reside in the greater Newark community.
In addition to our five institutions, our programs offer a myriad of opportunities, outreach and development.

The North Ward Center is one of the largest providers of Abbott preschool in New Jersey.
Since it was established in 1975, the Child Development Center has served more than 4,000 children.
We have more than 40 preschool classes that provide nearly 700 students with fundamental learning skills.
The North Ward Center provides, educational, cultural and meaningful social services to low and moderate-income families who reside in the greater Newark community.
In addition to our five institutions, our programs offer a myriad of opportunities, outreach and development.

Sample of notable school alumni/alumnae:
- Stephen N. Adubato - Political power broker in New Jersey. -

Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES)

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Who are famous alumni from North Ward Child Development C?

North Ward Child Development C famous alumni include: Stephen N. Adubato - Political power broker in New Jersey..

What is North Ward Child Development C's ranking?

North Ward Child Development C ranks among the top 20% of private schools in New Jersey for: Largest student body.

When is the application deadline for North Ward Child Development C?

The application deadline for North Ward Child Development C is rolling (applications are reviewed as they are received year-round).

In what neighborhood is North Ward Child Development C located?

North Ward Child Development C is located in the Forest Hill neighborhood of Newark, NJ.

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The average private school tuition in Essex County, NJ is $21,285 for elementary schools and $24,176 for high schools (read more about average private school tuition across the country).

The average acceptance rate in Essex County, NJ is 70% (read more about average acceptance rates across the country).