How are students selected for admission?
There are no tests or other barriers to admission to Greater Newark Charter School. Students who live in the Newark Regional School district have first priority for enrollment. If more students apply than there are spaces available, a random lottery will be used to select applicants. If fewer students apply, applicants may be accepted from other districts (each district pays for its own students). Students enrolled in the school have priority the next year provided the appropriate grade is offered. Younger siblings of enrolled students also have priority, provided they apply to the school when first eligible.
Admission to The Northwest School is competitive, but not limited to one measure. A committee comprised of faculty and administrators considers the following sources of information: the application; academic records; teacher evaluations; personal recommendation; ISEE test; the Tour Day visit; and a student’s talents, character and leadership qualities.
