The current Belmont Runyon School was built by the Newark Public Schools as a PK-5 school and opened in 2004. The Hillier Group was the architect.
It replaced the original school built in 1962 located at 66 West Runyon Street, the site for which was taken by NJDOT to construct an improved access ramp to I-78.
School Creed
We the scholars, educators, families and community partners are committed to ourselves and each other. Daily, we will build on the foundations of education, honesty, and integrity, empowering us to be global investors. As diverse learners we welcome the challenge to be empowered and acknowledged.
Vision Statement
At Belmont Runyon School, we envision a vibrant, inclusive learning community where critical thinkers are developed. Every scholar is empowered to achieve academic excellence, develop a strong character, and become compassionate leaders. The end-goal is to create lifelong learners able to effectively compete in today’s global world.
We are committed to fostering a structured and supportive environment that celebrates diversity, nurtures curiosity, and builds resilience. Through high expectations, meaningful relationships, and a shared belief in every student’s potential, we prepare our scholars to thrive in high school and beyond, equipping them to be game changers!
Mission Statement
Because all students can learn, we are called to create a safe, structured, and inclusive environment where every scholar is challenged, supported, and inspired to reach their full potential.
We will commit to teaching strategies that consistently deliver rigorous, data-informed, and culturally relevant instruction. We will foster meaningful partnerships with families and the community, while modeling integrity, empathy, and perseverance. By upholding high expectations and fostering a culture of respect, we will empower students to grow as lifelong learners, critical thinkers, and responsible citizens, living out the core values of Belmont Runyon School: Respect, Ownership, Accountability, and Responsibility. #R.O.A.R.
Value Statement
When the Students of Belmont Runyon School transition into secondary schools they will demonstrate the self-advocacy skills in order to communicate learning style, academic and behavioral needs in order to successfully graduate from high school and enter a post-secondary academic or vocational program.