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THE PIONEER WAY

Pioneer Academy, a National Blue Ribbon School of Excellence, prepares students for exceptional lives of purpose and global impact. Ranked #1 in Passaic County and #7 in New Jersey, we’ve fostered a tradition of excellence and integrity since 1999, offering a rigorous, ethics-driven PreK-12 education that empowers young people to achieve personal and academic success.

Pre-K Montessori

Pioneer Academy faculty and staff are committed to helping both children and their families make the most of their academic, social, and personal growth within the safe and supportive environment of our learning community.

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Pre-K Montessori

Lower School

Lower School students learn to appreciate the diversity of their peers, explore new languages and concepts, build self-confidence, develop their social and emotional intelligence, and gain agency in their own learning.

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Lower School

Middle School

A nurturing learning environment and community provides Middle School students the space, guidance, and tools for developing their nascent enthusiasm for learning and burgeoning sense of accomplishment while navigating the dynamic balance between academic mastery, creative thinking, and social-emotional learning.

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Middle School

Upper School

Upper School students are empowered to mine their curiosity and discover their potential while deepening their respect for one another and their understanding and practice of creativity, collaboration, resilience, empathy, and service-leadership.

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Your Path to the Top

By pursuing their passions and committing themselves to personal excellence, integrity, intellectual rigor, and community impact, both inside the classroom and beyond its walls, Pioneer Academy students succeed each year in gaining admission to top colleges. From Harvard to Princeton, Yale to Stanford, Johns Hopkins to UPenn and Brown, the results speak for themselves.
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National Blue Ribon School

National Blue Ribbon School

The National Blue Ribbon Schools (NBRS) Program is one of the U.S. Department of Education’s longest-running recognition programs. We are proud to be the only K-12 School in New Jersey recognized as National Blue Ribbon School by U.S. Department of Education in 2024.

AP Honor Platinum Pass

AP Platinum Honor

Pioneer Academy's place on the AP Platinum Honor Roll, the highest level distinction, achievement showcase our students' excellence in advanced placement education and readiness for college challenges. These honors reflect the strength of our academic programs and students' ability to excel nationally.

NJIT Dual Degree Program

NJIT Dual Degree Program

Pioneer Academy’s NJIT Dual Degree Program allows students to take college-level courses in high school, earning credits and gaining an edge in university admissions and careers. Learn more about the Dual Degree Program on Upper School Section

Middle States Accreditation

Fully Accredited by Middle States

Pioneer Academy is accredited by the Middle States Association, affirming our commitment to high educational standards and continuous improvement. This prestigious accreditation, shared by institutions like Princeton and Rutgers, ensures that our educational practices meet high national and international standards.

Pioneer Quick Facts

92%

Students accepted to
TOP 50 Colleges

1590

Highest
SAT Score

$6.1M

Scholarships Awarded (2025)

35

AP & Honors
Courses

100%

College Acceptance
Rate

8:1

Student to Faculty
Ratio

87

Student Clubs
& Activities

68%

of Faculty with
Masters/PhD Degree

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STEAM Education

A high school student discussing his applications with Pioneer Academy Director of College Counseling

Result Driven College Guidance

A Pioneer Academy student with two Tanzanian primary school students during a relief project in Tanzania

Global Citizenship

360 Education

Pioneer Academy offers its students a full spectrum of outstanding academic programs enhanced by an impressive array of peer leadership, global immersion, athletic, and extracurricular activities.

Pioneer Academy offers its students a full spectrum of outstanding academic programs enhanced by an impressive array of peer leadership, global immersion, athletic, and extracurricular activities.

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Pioneer Academy Drama Club students performing Skellig by David Almond in Auditorium

Clubs & Activities

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STEAM WEEK • DAY 2 at Pioneer Academy! From the skies to the science lab, today had it ALL! Students kicked off the morning with an exciting drone competition, mastering precision flying and cheering each other on. Their energy carried straight into our high-spirited STEAM trivia challenge and the fast-paced math competition, where teamwork and quick thinking stole the show. Meanwhile, our youngest learners explored big ideas in little hands during the Pre-K bio lab visit, where they got up close with a skeleton model, microscopes, and the thrill of hands-on discovery. 🦴🔬 A day filled with creativity, curiosity, and innovation — just the way we love it at Pioneer Academy! 💙 #PioneerAcademy #STEAMWeek #SchoolLife #PioneerPride #WayneNJ #PioneerStudents

✨ STEAM Week is officially underway at Pioneer Academy — and we’re off to an epic start! ✨ Today’s kickoff had every grade level buzzing with excitement as we launched Day 1 with a spectacular drone show by the Wayne Police Department Drone Unit, joined by Mayor Vergano, an interactive robotics demonstration, and an inspiring guest speaker, Avani Pandya, an Electrical Engineer in the R&D Department at Con Edison. Students also dove into hands-on math and engineering projects and enjoyed an electrifying Upper School chemistry show! #PioneerAcademy #STEAMWeek #WaynNJ #PreK #K-12

🎨Creativity in Action at Pioneer Academy! Our 7th graders dove into their extracurricular time with an exciting Arts & Creations pottery activity! From shaping clay masterpieces to adding bold, vibrant colors, they explored new ways to express themselves and showcase their artistic talents. #PioneerAcademy #StudentLife #MiddleSchoolMoments #WayneNJ

New Corners of Curiosity at Pioneer Academy! ✨ This year, we introduced three exciting additions to our campus — the READ Nook, the Honeycomb Lounge, and our new STEAM Classroom. These spaces are already becoming student favorites, offering cozy spots to read, warm areas to connect, and creative hubs for hands-on learning and innovation. #PioneerAcademy #CuriosityAtPioneer #STEAM #READNook #HoneycombLounge #PioneerStudents #WayneNJ

CONGRATULATIONS CLASS OF 25

The hard work and dedication of Class of 2025 have resulted in acceptances to numerous top-universities across the nation including Stanford, Princeton, UPenn, Cornell, NYU, Carnegie Mellon, University of Virginia, Washington University, Rutgers, University of California, Georgia Tech and many others.

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OPEN HOUSE - DECEMBER 13

We invite you to join us on campus for our Open House on December 13th for PreK-12. AT OUR OPEN HOUSE, YOU WILL

  • Meet our faculty and staff
  • Join us for a campus tour
  • Learn more about our academic programs
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