NEWARK INNOVATION ACADEMY

NEWARK INNOVATION ACADEMY is a public high school that is part of the Newark Public School District school district, located in NEWARK, NJ with about 17 students offering grade levels from 9th Grade to 12th Grade.

NEWARK INNOVATION ACADEMY (NIA) is a specialized educational institution located on Muhammad Ali Avenue in Newark, New Jersey, designed to serve students who may benefit from a non-traditional learning environment. As an alternative high school, the academy focuses on providing a personalized academic experience, often catering to students who have struggled in conventional school settings or those who require flexible scheduling to balance their education with outside responsibilities. The school emphasizes individualized support, smaller class sizes, and a student-centered approach to help participants earn their high school diplomas and prepare for post-secondary success.

Beyond its core curriculum, NEWARK INNOVATION ACADEMY places a strong emphasis on social-emotional learning and workforce readiness. By integrating life skills coaching with academic instruction, the school aims to foster resilience, critical thinking, and career preparedness among its student body. The academy serves as a vital resource within the Newark Public Schools district, offering a pathway for students to overcome educational hurdles and achieve personal and professional milestones in a supportive, innovative community environment.

For more information, contact NEWARK INNOVATION ACADEMY at (973) 733-8326 or visit the school personally to speak with a faculty or administrative member about any specific questions you may have.

190 Muhammad Ali Avenue
NEWARK, NJ 07108
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NEWARK INNOVATION ACADEMY is a public school in NEWARK, NJ with about 17 enrolled students. See other public high schools in New Jersey

School Details

2017-2018
Level:
High School
(Alternative Education School)
Charter School:*
No
Total Students:
17
Teachers:
0
NSLP Status:1
No
Qualified free lunch:
0
Qualified reduced-price lunch:
0
Title I Status:2
Not a Title I school
Virtual:
Not Virtual
Grade Levels Offered
9th Grade
10th Grade
11th Grade
12th Grade

* A public charter school is a publicly funded school that is typically governed by a group or organization under a legislative contract with the state, the district, or another entity. The charter exempts the school from certain state or local rules and regulations.

1 The National School Lunch Program (NSLP) provides eligible students with free or reduced-price lunch

2 Title I, Part A (Title I) of the Elementary and Secondary Education Act provides supplemental financial assistance to school districts for children from low-income families.

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School Demographics for 17 students

The primary ethnicity of students attending NEWARK INNOVATION ACADEMY is predominantly Black or African American, representing about 82% of the student body.

Black or African American
82.4%
Hispanic/Latino
17.6%

Female
58.8%
Male
41.2%

Data for school year 2017-2018 — The information found on this website was provided in part by the U.S. Department of Education, U.S. Census Bureau, the Bureau of Labor and Statistics & various other external sources. We do not verify the contents of the information provided and therefore, cannot guarantee the accuracy of the information displayed on this website.