B.R.I.C.K. AVON ACADEMY

B.R.I.C.K. Avon Academy is a Title I public elementary school that is part of the Newark Public School District school district, located in NEWARK, NJ with about 494 students offering grade levels from Pre-Kindergarten to 8th Grade. A Title I school provides supplemental financial assistance to school districts for children from low-income families. Its purpose is to provide all children significant opportunity to receive a fair, equitable, and high-quality education. With about 35 teachers, B.R.I.C.K. Avon Academy has a student/teacher ratio of about 14:1. The national average for public schools is about 15:1. A lower student/teacher ratio is a key factor that determines how much a teacher can devote his/her time to each individual student thus improving, or reducing (in the event of a higher student/teacher ratio) the attention each student is given for their educational needs.

B.R.I.C.K. Avon Academy, located on Avon Avenue in Newark, New Jersey, is a public charter school that serves as a cornerstone of the B.R.I.C.K. Education Network. The school is intentionally designed to be a community-centered institution, focusing on providing a rigorous academic environment while simultaneously addressing the holistic needs of its students. By integrating social-emotional learning with core curricula, the academy aims to empower children from the Newark area to overcome systemic barriers and achieve long-term educational success.

The school is defined by its commitment to the "B.R.I.C.K." philosophy, which stands for Building Responsible Intelligent Creative Kids. The academy emphasizes strong partnerships between educators, families, and the local community to create a supportive village-like atmosphere. With a mission rooted in equity and high expectations, the school strives to close the achievement gap, ensuring that students are not only prepared for the next level of their schooling but are also equipped with the critical thinking and character traits necessary to become leaders in their community.

For more information, contact B.R.I.C.K. Avon Academy at (973) 733-6750 or visit the school personally to speak with a faculty or administrative member about any specific questions you may have.