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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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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

Congratulations Class of 2025!

Congratulations Class of 2025!

Pioneer Academy proudly celebrated the graduation of the Class of 2025 with a heartfelt ceremony filled with joy, reflection, and hope for the future. Families, faculty, and friends gathered to honor the accomplishments of our students as they closed this chapter and prepared for new beginnings.
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A Heartfelt Salute to the Class of 2024

A Heartfelt Salute to the Class of 2024

Though the Class of 2024 walked the stage last year, their presence is still felt in the halls of Pioneer Academy. We miss their energy, spirit, and the special mark they left on our school community. From their academic accomplishments to their leadership and laughter, the Class of 2024 truly made Pioneer their own.
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Wishing Class of 2023 Continued Success

Wishing Class of 2023 Continued Success

To the Class of 2023, we hope your college journey is everything you dreamed it would be and more. It feels like just yesterday we watched you graduate, full of excitement and potential. Now, as you navigate new campuses, friendships, and futures, know that your Pioneer family is cheering you on every step of the way.
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🧑‍🚀🎭 Lower School brought history to life with their Wax Museum Project! Students stepped into character—like this amazing astronaut portraying Sally Ride—to showcase research, creativity, and presentation skills. What an out-of-this-world way to learn! 🚀📚⁠ #WaxMuseumProject #LivingHistory #LowerSchoolStars #PioneerProud

🎉 Upper School Field Day brought the perfect mix of fun and flavor! From high-energy games and team challenges to a delicious break at the food truck, our students wrapped up the year with school spirit and big smiles. 🏆☀️🍔 #USFieldDay #PioneerPride #FoodTruckFun #EndOfYearCelebration

☀️🏃‍♂️ Middle School Field Day was packed with energy, teamwork, and nonstop fun! From relays to games, our students showed incredible spirit and sportsmanship all day long. What a way to wrap up the year! 🎉💪 #MSFieldDay #PioneerProud #EndOfYearFun #TeamSpirit

Celebrating Juneteenth, a powerful reminder of freedom and resilience! ✊🏿✨ Today, we honor the end of slavery in the U.S. and the ongoing fight for justice and equality. Let’s reflect, educate ourselves, and uplift Black voices. Together, we can create a brighter future! #Juneteenth #FreedomDay

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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