Ryshan Johnson
Principal

About Our School

At Sussex Avenue School, highly effective teachers and school staff ensure that children are prepared for lifelong education and social participation.

We, as a school community, nurture students as they aspire to achieve, become socially responsible and self-reliant, persevere, and act with integrity, respect, and excellence.

Every adult takes responsibility to ensure that each student reaches their full academic, social, and personal potential. We encourage and challenge students to take risks and be creative in an intellectually safe environment.

Our School in the News

Bill Nye the Science Guy Visits Sussex Avenue School in Honor of America’s Favorite Teacher

May 22, 2025

Jonathan Koch, second grade teacher, wins top $25,000 national prize NEWARK, N.J. – Sussex Avenue School echoed with excitement and curiosity as none other than Science Educator Bill Nye visited the school for a special assembly honoring second grade teacher Jonathan Koch, who was recently named America’s Favorite Teacher by professional fundraiser Colossal. Mr. Koch […]

Newark Students Across the District Earn Perfect Test Scores

September 18, 2024

During the spring of 2024, Newark Board of Education students took the NJSLA and NJGPA state exams. The District is proud to honor 113 students who attained perfect scores on the NJSLA or NJGPA. Among these students, 100 earned a perfect score on the English Language Arts assessment, while 9 earned a perfect score on […]

Newark Empowers Parents and Communities Through the Parenting Partners Program

June 17, 2024

Parenting Partners participate at Luis Munoz Marin The Office of Federal Programs & Grants is excited about the partnership with Parenting Partners. This program highlights Newark Public School’s commitment to fostering a supportive and collaborative educational environment. Using a train-the-trainer model, this program aligns with Strategy 4.7 of the Next Decade: 2020-30 Strategic Plan. The […]