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Golda Och Academy
  • Private, Jewish
  • WEST ORANGE, NJ
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Golda Och Academy

#1 in Best Jewish Schools in New Jersey
  • A+
    Overall Grade
  • Private, Jewish
  • PK, K-12
  • WEST ORANGE, NJ
  • 73 reviews
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    COVID-19 Update for Prospective Students and Families:

    Golda Och Academy will be open for in-person instruction for the 2022-23 school year. We will have rigorous safety protocols in place. Learn More

    A+
    Overall Niche Grade
    How are grades calculated?Data Sources
    1. Academics
      A+
    2. Diversity
      unavailable
    3. Teachers
      A
    4. College Prep
      A+
    5. Clubs & Activities
      A+
    6. Sports
      B minus
    goldaochacademy.org
    (973) 602-3600
    1418 PLEASANT VALLEY WAY
    WEST ORANGE, NJ 07052
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    About Golda Och Academy...

    Applying

    Application Deadline
    December 31
    Application Fee
    $125
    Interview Required
    Yes
    Required/Recommended Tests
    ISEE

    Tuition

    Yearly Tuition
    $39,890
    Tuition is for the highest grade offered and may have changed for the current school year. For more information, please contact the school.
    Received Financial Aid
    Average Financial Aid
    From Golda Och Academy

    We nurture the unique potential of each student through an exceptional Jewish and general studies education. Innovative Jewish thinkers begin their journey here. Our students explore the world through the lens of Jewish values and develop a love of learning, a personal relationship with the State of Israel and its people, and a commitment to the betterment of the world through tikkun olam.

    Please explore our website, register for an admissions event, or call to schedule a private tour. We can't wait to meet you!

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    Golda Och Academy Rankings

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    Academics

    Average Graduation Rate
    100%
    Average SAT
    1330
    43 responses
    Average ACT
    31
    58 responses
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    STEM at Golda Och Academy

    With our hands-on approach to learning, exceptional faculty and state-of-the-art facilities, students in all grades are exposed to STEM from exploration and discovery in our science labs and outdoor gardens to creating and designing projects in our Dr Lynne B Harrison STEM Center.

    Culture & Safety

    Poll
    85%
    of students agree that they feel safe at their school. 13 responses
    Poll
    69%
    of students agree that they like their school and feel happy there. 13 responses
    Poll
    What are your favorite school events or traditions?
    Based on 55 responses
    • The Play and Musical
      16%
    • Prom
      15%
    • Varsity Boys' Basketball Games
      15%
    • Celebrations for Purim and Chanukkah
      13%
    • Graduation
      13%
    • Spirit Week
      13%
    • Choir Concer
      7%

    Students

    Diversity
    unavailable
    Based on racial and economic diversity and survey responses on school culture and diversity from students and parents.
    Students
    420
    62%
    of students and parents agree that students at this school are competitive. 13 responses
    69%
    of students and parents agree that students at this school are creative and artsy. 13 responses
    46%
    of students and parents agree that students at this school are athletic. 13 responses
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    Teachers

    Student-Teacher Ratio
    5:1
    National
    17:1
    Poll
    79%
    of students and parents agree that the teachers give engaging lessons. 14 responses
    Poll
    86%
    of students and parents agree that the teachers genuinely care about the students. 14 responses
    Poll
    71%
    of students and parents agree that the teachers adequately lead and control the classroom. 14 responses
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    Clubs & Activities

    Clubs & Activities
    A+
    Based on student and parent reviews of clubs and activities.
    Girls Athletic Participation
    Boys Athletic Participation
    73%
    of students and parents agree that there are plenty of clubs and organizations for students to get involved in. 11 responses
    64%
    of students and parents agree that clubs and organizations get the funding they need. 11 responses
    82%
    of students and parents agree that lots of students participate in clubs and organizations. 11 responses

    Living in the Area

    Essex County
    B minus
    Overall Niche Grade
    How are grades calculated?Data Sources
    1. Cost of Living
      D+
    2. Good for Families
      B+
    3. Housing
      D minus
    Median Household Income
    $63,959
    National
    $64,994
    Median Rent
    $1,211
    National
    $1,096
    Median Home Value
    $395,900
    National
    $229,800
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