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Northern State Prison

Newark, New Jersey · Grades 9 to 12 · Office of Educational Services Department of Corrections

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About Northern State Prison

Northern State Prison serves grades 9 through 12 as a public school in Newark, New Jersey. Office of Educational Services Department of Corrections runs 4 schools listed here, including this one. See them all. Federal data classifies it as an alternative school. Families comparing options will find 237 other schools within 5 miles. The surrounding area is classified as a large city, in Essex County.

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School facts

Address	168 Frontage Road, Newark, NJ 07114
Phone	(973) 578-2034
School district	Office of Educational Services Department of Corrections
Grades	9 to 12
Charter school	No
School type	Alternative
Level	High
Locale (NCES)	City, large, Essex County

Source: NCES Common Core of Data (CCD), 2024-25 public school directory and membership files (NCES school ID 340008800603). Details may have changed since the survey. Schools can update them by claiming this profile.

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Frequently asked questions

What grades does Northern State Prison serve?

Northern State Prison serves grades 9 through 12.

Is Northern State Prison a public or charter school?

Northern State Prison is a traditional public (non-charter) school.

What school district is Northern State Prison in?

Northern State Prison is part of Office of Educational Services Department of Corrections. See all schools in this district at https://parentschoolreview.com/districts/nj/office-of-educational-services-department-of-corrections/

Where is Northern State Prison located?

Northern State Prison is at 168 Frontage Road, Newark, NJ 07114. The phone number is (973) 578-2034.

How many other schools are near Northern State Prison?

There are 237 other schools within 5 miles of Northern State Prison in our directory.