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EXPLORE PIONEER ACADEMY

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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Upper School

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, 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. NBRS recognizes outstanding schools based on their overall high academic achievement or success in closing the achievement gap among diverse groups of students. 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 our 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. This program accelerates their education and supports their ambitions, reflecting our dedication to expanding academic opportunities.

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, providing our students with a superior academic experience.

Pioneer Quick Facts

100%

College Acceptance
Rate

8:1

Student to Faculty
Ratio

80+

Student Clubs
& Activities

92%

Students accepted to TOP 100 Colleges

1570

Highest
SAT Score

74%

of Faculty with
Masters/PhD Degree

$5.3M

Scholarships Awarded (2023)

28

AP & Honors
Courses

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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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Day & Boarding

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

Clubs & Activities

Our Stories

At Pioneer Academy, we measure success not only by the places our community goes but by the distance each has traveled.  Can you picture yourself at Pioneer Academy?

Alumni

Alumni

The best thing that makes Pioneer stand out, is that you always have someone, whether a teacher or a counselor that is there to support you, motivate you and to inspire you throughout the application

Adin K. Class of '21
Princeton University

Student

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Student

The teachers and staff at Pioneer definitely foster an intellectual environment in which students can question and think critically, which I believe is an essential part of the learning process. Pioneer Academy provided me with the opportunity to enhance my abilities and push myself further.

Sude P.
Upper School

Parent

Parent

Pioneer Academy is truly New Jersey's best kept secret. I can attest that Pioneer is the best that academia has to offer. The teachers are very committed to their students and the curriculum is very challenging. The facilities and labs are top notch. It offers courses that none of the other schools can.

Anela K.
Upper School Parent

Faculty

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Faculty

We have a student-centered classroom, we work on the workshop model by which the teacher will introduce minilesson and then it becomes all hands-on students are actively engaged actively engaged actively participated and this teacher now becomes a facilitator and guiding the students through the learning process.

Murat M.
Director of College Guidance

The Daily Pioneer

Our Journey to China

Our Journey to China

We just returned from an unforgettable journey in China, thanks to our outstanding alumni.
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Remembering the 2023 AP School Honor Roll!

Remembering the 2023 AP School Honor Roll!

Upper School was named to the 2023 AP School Honor Roll.
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Congratulations to the Class of 2024 for Phenomenal Acceptances

Congratulations to the Class of 2024 for Phenomenal Acceptances

Cheers to your success and the exciting journey ahead! 🎉
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🌟 Our annual Unity Day was a huge success! Students started the day with a special breakfast, listened to an inspiring guest speaker, and wrapped it up with a fun-filled field trip. A perfect day of connection, learning, and joy! 🚌✨ #UnityDay #BuildingCommunity #MemorableMoments

🧠💚 This week is Mental Health Week! Our amazing Lifesavers Club kicked it off with activities like "Smile to Enter," "Pick Your Fortune," slime making, motivational stickers, and more. A fantastic way to promote positivity and self-care in our community! 🌟 #MentalHealthWeek #PositivityMatters #SelfCareAndSupport

We thank everyone present and the organizers for inviting Pioneer Academy to the Corporate Appreciation Day Breakfast Conference today at the Preakness Hills Country Club. We appreciate our community sharing our passion for education and look forward to contributing together. Mayor Vergano, Senator Kristin Corrado, Dr. Mark Toback, the Superintendent of the Wayne School District, and Detective Kaba from the Passaic County Sheriff’s Department, thank you for all that you do to support Pioneer.⁠ @mayorvergano

✨🌌 Our stargazing event was a night to remember! We looked up at the stars, painted night sky scenes, played games, enjoyed pizza, and had a blast! Special thanks to the Morris Museum Astronomical Society and the North Jersey Astronomy Group for guiding us through the wonders of the universe. 🌠🍕 #StargazingNight #AstronomyFun #PioneerCommunity #NightUnderTheStars

OPEN HOUSE - NOV 16, 2024

We invite you to join us on campus for our Open House on Saturday, November 16th.

AT OUR OPEN HOUSE, YOU WILL

  • Meet our faculty and staff
  • Join us for a campus tour
  • Learn more about our academic programs
  • Talk with current students and ask them about their experience
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