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Marwah Academy

Independent school · Grades K–10

Harrison, NJ

228 Harrison Ave, Harrison, NJ 07029

Overall grade: A-

ChooseAPrivateSchool.com grade, from official facts compared with similar schools.

  • AClass size
  • BYears serving families

What stands out

  • Smaller classes than 67% of independent schools in New Jersey

In Harrison, New Jersey, Marwah Academy is an independent private school for students from kindergarten through 10th grade. About 34 students attend, with roughly 6 students per teacher, smaller classes than 67% of independent schools in New Jersey. Enrollment is up about 55% since 2019–20. The school day runs about 7 hours, 180 days a year.

At a glance

Grades
Grades K–10
Students
34
Teachers
6 (full-time equivalent)
Students per teacher
5.7
Boys and girls
Coed · 20 girls, 14 boys
Religious affiliation
None (nonsectarian)
School day
About 7 hours
School year
180 days
Library
Yes

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    How it compares

    • Smaller classes than 67% of independent schools in New Jersey (6 students per teacher).
    • A smaller school: fewer students than 88% of independent schools in New Jersey.
    • Compared with 24 independent schools in New Jersey.

    Students by survey year

    22’19–2018’21–2234’23–24

    Total students reported in official records since 2019–20.

    Students by grade

    K3
    14
    24
    32
    43
    54
    62
    74
    83
    94
    101

    Student body

    Asian50%
    Black24%
    White21%
    Two or more races6%

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    Questions about Marwah Academy

    What grades does Marwah Academy serve?

    Marwah Academy serves grades K–10.

    How many students attend Marwah Academy?

    About 34 students, with 6 students per teacher, according to official records.

    How much is tuition at Marwah Academy?

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