The Academy 3a
Independent school · Grades 7–8
Fairfield, NJ
1275 Bloomfield Ave, Ste 7, Fairfield, NJ 07004
Overall grade: B+
ChooseAPrivateSchool.com grade, from official facts compared with similar schools.
- BClass size
- B-Years serving families
What stands out
- The only independent school in Fairfield
In Fairfield, New Jersey, The Academy 3a is an independent private school for students from 7th grade through 8th grade. About 14 students attend, with roughly 11 students per teacher. The school supports homeschooling families. The school day runs about 7 hours, 180 days a year.
At a glance
- Grades
- Grades 7–8
- Students
- 14
- Teachers
- 1.3 (full-time equivalent)
- Students per teacher
- 10.8
- Boys and girls
- Coed · 2 girls, 12 boys
- Religious affiliation
- None (nonsectarian)
- Program
- Special program emphasis
- School day
- About 7 hours
- School year
- 180 days
- Supports homeschooling
- Yes, a main role of this school
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How it compares
- A smaller school: fewer students than 100% of independent high schools in New Jersey.
- Compared with 12 independent high schools in New Jersey.
Students by grade
Student body
Questions to ask on a tour
- What is tuition, and what does it include (books, fees, uniforms, trips)?
- Do you offer financial aid, sibling discounts or payment plans?
- Do you accept ESA, voucher or tax-credit scholarship funds?
- How big are classes in my child's grade?
- What support is there for students who need extra help or more challenge?
- Is the school accredited, and by whom?
- What do a typical day and a typical week look like?
- How does the school communicate with families?
Questions about The Academy 3a
What grades does The Academy 3a serve?
The Academy 3a serves grades 7–8.
How many students attend The Academy 3a?
About 14 students, with 11 students per teacher, according to official records.
How much is tuition at The Academy 3a?
Call the school to ask about tuition, financial aid and payment plans.
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