Jewish School
Golda Och Academy
- A+Overall Grade
- Private, Jewish
- PK, K-12
- West Orange, NJ
- 57 reviews
- AcademicsA+
- DiversityC
- TeachersA
- College PrepA+
- Clubs & ActivitiesA
- SportsB-
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Tuition
Yearly Tuition
$29,775
Tuition is for the highest grade offered and may have changed for the current school year. For more information, please contact the school.
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From Golda Och Academy
Golda Och Academy unlocks the potential of our students by cultivating their critical thinking skills and nurturing their intellectual curiosity through the study of the humanities, sciences, Judaics, and creative arts. Our rigorous curriculum is designed to provide a strong foundation in Jewish literacy. We develop a love of learning, a personal relationship with Israel, and a commitment to the betterment of the world through tikkun olam (repairing the world).
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Golda Och Academy Rankings
Niche ranks nearly 100,000 schools and districts based on statistics and millions of opinions from students and parents.
Academics
Culture & Safety
Poll
- 80%
- of students agree that they feel safe at their school.10 responses
Poll
- 60%
- of students agree that they like their school and feel happy there.10 responses
Students
Diversity
C
Based on racial and economic diversity and survey responses on school culture and diversity from students and parents.
Students
535
- 60%
- of students and parents agree that students at this school are competitive.10 responses
- 60%
- of students and parents agree that students at this school are creative and artsy.10 responses
- 40%
- of students and parents agree that students at this school are athletic.10 responses
Teachers
Poll
- 82%
- of students and parents agree that the teachers genuinely care about the students.11 responses
Poll
- 64%
- of students and parents agree that the teachers adequately lead and control the classroom.11 responses
Clubs & Activities
Clubs & Activities
A
Based on student and parent reviews of clubs and activities.
Girls Athletic Participation
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Boys Athletic Participation
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- 63%
- of students and parents agree that there are plenty of clubs and organizations for students to get involved in.8 responses
- 50%
- of students and parents agree that clubs and organizations get the funding they need.8 responses
- 75%
- of students and parents agree that lots of students participate in clubs and organizations.8 responses
- Cost of LivingC
- Good for FamiliesA
- HousingC
Median Household Income
$99,845
National
$55,322Median Rent
$1,491
National
$949Median Home Value
$372,400
National
$184,700Golda Och Academy Reviews
57 reviews
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Golda Och Academy provides a warm and nurturing environment where students are taught to think deeply, question the world around them and, most importantly, to be kind to one another. My three children have had an outstanding experience to this point and we look forward to all of them having continued success in their years in the school and, eventually, walking across the stage at graduation. We could not recommend it more highly!
I couldn't recommend GOA any more highly. I have 2 very different kids who are both thrilled to wake up and attend school everyday. Even in the throes of the corona crisis, the administration has stepped up quickly and adroitly, helping parents navigate remote learning with the same attention to detail as always. What separates GOA as a school is that teachers and administrators care about the growth and happiness of each child in a way that is genuine and inspiring. There are many schools I could send my kids to that would challenge them academically, but GOA is the full-package. My kids are getting the highest quality education while also feeling emotionally supported and heard. The confidence, critical thinking skills, and integrity they gain in such an environment is invaluable. Every year I'm impressed, and every year I am never let down. This is a school, but it's also a family that welcomes all its students with open arms and all the tools to help them reach their potential.
GOA has been such a warm educational experience for my son. The community of parents, teachers, administrators have created a truly nurturing environment for the children.
One thing the school does a stellar job at, is preparing the kids for college. I have heard from multiple alumni that they are more prepared than peers on campus and are able to engage with professors and handle the workload where their counterparts have struggled. I truly believe the smaller class sizes GOA offers provides access to teachers and allows them to explore subject in a less restrictive educational setting.
One thing the school does a stellar job at, is preparing the kids for college. I have heard from multiple alumni that they are more prepared than peers on campus and are able to engage with professors and handle the workload where their counterparts have struggled. I truly believe the smaller class sizes GOA offers provides access to teachers and allows them to explore subject in a less restrictive educational setting.