Atlantic City Prepares to Demolish Nearly Century-Old School Building

ATLANTIC CITY, N.J. — After nearly 100 years of service, the New Jersey Avenue School in Atlantic City is scheduled for demolition this summer. The building, erected in 1925, has been empty since 2012 when students were transferred to the Pennsylvania Avenue School. Damage from Superstorm Sandy left the structure severely compromised, and assessments determined it is no longer safe or practical to restore. City officials have approved plans to replace the aging school with a new administration facility. While the school once stood as a pillar of the community, ongoing deterioration and safety concerns have made demolition the chosen course. The district’s decision aims to provide updated resources and infrastructure for current educational needs. Community members have shared mixed reactions, with some lamenting the loss of a historic landmark and others supporting modernization efforts. Preparations for demolition are underway, with the district committed to keeping residents informed throughout the process. This marks the close of a chapter for Atlantic City’s educational history, as the city looks ahead to new developments designed to better support its schools.