Elementary School
we support students to become:
Our school
At BRICK Gateway Academy Elementary, we serve K-4 students in a safe, joyful, and inclusive learning environment. Proudly rooted in the South Ward, our dedicated teachers and staff build strong connections with each student and family. We reflect the diversity and excellence of our community. Students have the opportunity to continue on to BRICK Gateway Academy High Schools for grades 9-12.
Additionally, through our partnership with BRICK, we provide all of our families access to a comprehensive network of supportive services.
School Facts:
Daily schedule & School year calendar
Monday - Thursday 7:45am - 3:30pm,
Friday 7:45 - 12:50pm
Free after care: dismissal - 5:30
Uniforms
baby blue with navy logo
School size
250 students
Location
534 Clinton Ave Newark, NJ 07108
Eligible for free bus transportation
Accessible bus stops at the school entrance
Lunch Menu
Contact
Why choose BRICK Gateway Academy?
Strong Starts, Bright Futures
Students build a rock-solid foundation in literacy and math with a 15:1 student-to-teacher ratio, tutoring support, and a curriculum designed to prepare them for college, careers, and life.
Whole Child, Whole Community
We meet every child where they are—and help them shine. Our strengths-based approach and culturally relevant curriculum, rooted in Ubuntu principles, foster resilience, responsibility, and pride in identity.
A partner for your family
We offer free before- and after-school care, summer camp, and an extended school year to support your family’s schedule. Plus, you’ll have access to BRICK’s wraparound services—from cradle to career—to help your child thrive every step of the way.
More Than a School
When you join BRICK Gateway Academy, you’re not only setting your child up for success with a great school experience. You’re also joining a community that is with you every step of the way. In addition to a school, we offer support for the whole family through our other BRICK services:
Holistic Support
College and Career Pathways
Our Approach: Rooted in Trust
- Listen & Learn – We build with families, listening to what you need and making sure our programs reflect your experience.
- Invest in You – Our programs open doors and remove barriers so you can reach your goals.
- Connect the Dots – We link school and support services, so you don’t have to start over every time you need help.
Real Support, When You Need It
Build lasting stability, access new opportunity, and help your children thrive in school, college, and life.
Mission
BRICK Gateway Academy builds innovators who graduate college ready to solve the world’s next set of challenges.
Vision
The vision of BRICK Gateway Academy is to provide a K-12 continuum that fosters the individual needs of students as they develop the skills, character, and values that will prepare them for college and empower them to use their unique perspective as an asset to shape our country’s future.
Core Values
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