About Us

Sara M. Gilmore Academy, formerly Woodrow Wilson School, is proud to be one of New Jersey’s most successful urban schools. Our success is rooted in a steadfast commitment to unlocking the academic and artistic potential of every student within a dynamic, technology-rich environment. We emphasize the integration of a rigorous academic curriculum with a vibrant arts program, supported by a strong Science, Technology, Engineering, Arts, and Math (STEAM) initiative.

At Sara M. Gilmore Academy, we have built a long-standing reputation for excellence in education, preparing students from diverse backgrounds for lifelong success. We believe every student has unique talents in academics, the arts, and the sciences. Our mission is to identify, nurture, and cultivate these strengths, fostering self-esteem and personal growth along the way.

We are dedicated to empowering students with the knowledge, skills, and mindset to become lifelong learners, critical thinkers, and creative problem solvers. Our students are encouraged to actively contribute to their school, community, and the world, all while embracing our core values of respect, inclusion, citizenship, and excellence.

A key objective of our curriculum is to foster students’ academic, social, and cultural growth through hands-on learning experiences. This is embodied in our Multiple Intelligences Arts Domain (MIAD) program, a unique set of elective courses that reflect Howard Gardner’s Theory of Multiple Intelligences. Our diverse faculty design engaging offerings—from guitar instruction to debate and the science of fairy tales—that support and enrich our core subjects of English Language Arts, Math, Science, and Social Studies. These courses are further enhanced through partnerships with arts and STEM organizations, offering students an immersive learning experience.

We are also deeply grateful for the active support of our Sara M. Gilmore Academy Parent-Teacher Organization (PTO), which fosters strong partnerships between our school and families, enriching our students’ learning environment.

Sara M. Gilmore Academy is an institution that champions inclusivity, rigor, diversity, and support. Here, curiosity and exploration drive both academic achievement and social-emotional well-being, ensuring our students are equipped to thrive in an ever-changing world.