Blair Academy (Top Ranked Private School for 2026-27)

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Quick Facts (2026-27)

Top Ranked NJ School
Grades: 9-12
Enrollment: 465 students
Yearly Tuition: $72,700
Acceptance rate: 15%
Average class size: 11 students
Application Deadline: Jan. 15 / rolling
Source: ✓Verified school update

School Rankings

Blair Academy ranks among the top 20% of private schools in New Jersey for:

School Facts

School Membership(s)School Assoc.

National Association of Independent Schools (NAIS)
The Association of Boarding Schools (TABS)
New Jersey Association of Independent Schools

Religious Affiliation

Presbyterian

Grades Offered

Grades 9-12

Students By Grade

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Distribution of Students By Grade
Grade	Blair Academy
9	90
10	110
11	127
12	138

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Offers Post-Graduate Year

Yes

ADD/ADHD Support

Yes

Year Founded

1848

Colors

White, Grey, Navy Blue

Student Body

Total Students

465 students

Student Body Type

Co-ed

Academics & Faculty

Total Classroom Teachers

90 teachers

Student-Teacher Ratio

5:1

National avg.: 11:1

Average Class Size

11 students

Number of AP Courses

54 courses

List of Courses Offered

Link to List of Courses

Advanced Courses

Art HistoryBiology

Calculus ACalculus AB

Calculus BCChemistry

Chinese Language and CultureComparative Government/Politics

Computer ScienceEnglish Language

English LiteratureEnvironmental Science

European HistoryFrench Language

French LiteratureLatin

MicroeconomicsMusic Theory

Physics 1Physics C - Electricity and Magnetism

Physics C - MechanicsPsychology

Spanish LanguageStudio Art Portfolio

US HistoryWorld History

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Classroom Dress Code

Casual

business casual; no denim

Tuition & Acceptance Rate

Admission Deadline

Jan. 15 / rolling

Yearly Tuition Cost

$72,700

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Tuition Notes

Day tuition: $50,600

% on Financial Aid

38%

Average Financial Aid Grant

$40,000

Acceptance Rate

15%

National avg.: 82%

Admissions Director

Edward Wenner

Admissions Associate

Caroline Wilson

Endowment Size

$145 million

Sports

Total Sports Offered

20 sports

Extracurriculars

Total ExtracurricularsTotal Extra-curric.

25 extracurriculars

ExtracurricularsExtra-curric.

Blue and White KeyClass Council

Society of Skeptics

Club or Organization:

ACTA YearbookAdmission Ambassadors

Blair Academy DancersBlair Girls Who Code

Blair International Awareness ClubBlair Oracle (Newspaper)

Community Service ClubDebate Club

Drone ClubHealthy Relationships Committee

Investment ClubLit Review

Model CongressModel United Nations

Outdoor SkillsPerspectives

Quiz BowlRobotics Club

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Arts and Music Programs:

Blair Academy SingersBlair Academy String Ensemble

Wind Symphony

Recreational Athletic Programs:

Kayaking

School Notes

Founded in 1848, Blair Academy is a dynamic, coeducational boarding school in northwest New Jersey, located 65 miles from New York City.
Amid a caring, vibrant community, 469 students pursue a superior college preparatory education and explore their passions through myriad co-curricular activities.
Strong faculty-student relationships lead to exceptional learning and empower students to become persons of great accomplishment and character.
Blair graduates distinguish themselves at top colleges and as leaders in their professions and communities.

School Mascot: Buccaneers

Founded in 1848, Blair Academy is a dynamic, coeducational boarding school that engages 469 students in grades nine through twelve. On our historic campus, located 65 miles from New York City innorthwestern New Jersey, students pursue a superior college preparatory education amid a rich, vibrantcommunity life.Strong student-teacher relationships are at the heart of the Blair experience. Expert faculty membersteach our classes to exacting standards, yet, at the same time, they truly know-and care about-ourstudents as scholars, leaders, athletes, artists, friends and individuals. This knowledge fosterspersonalized learning opportunities and leads to higher academic achievement as students arecontinually challenged to reach their full potential.At Blair, two faculty members mentor each student as he or she explores passions and interests in andout of the classroom. Our robust curriculum offers core courses and innovative electives, including morethan 50 honors, Advanced Placement and post-AP classes, and our emphasis on effectivecommunication ensures students learn how to clearly articulate ideas and knowledge. Blair boasts a fineand performing arts program of depth, breadth and diversity. Regular art exhibits and theatricalproductions, instrumental and choral ensembles, and eclectic courses invite students to develop theircreativity. Fine art and technology intersect in the Chiang Center for Innovation and Collaboration, astate-of-the art learning hub where intellectual discourse, discovery and partnership are fostered inacademic spaces, including media production and art studios, a maker space and Collaboration Forum.Blair has a broad athletics program that emphasizes teamwork, resilience, self-discipline andsportsmanship. Students may choose from among 28 varsity and 18 JV and thirds teams in traditionalhigh school sports, as well as golf, skiing, squash and crew. A host of clubs, weekend events and time tosimply relax with friends round out the Blair experience, giving students myriad opportunities todiscover their best selves.In all of our offerings, Blair prepares our students for success. Leadership education and meaningfulservice initiatives are infused throughout our community and curriculum, and students at every levellearn and practice effective communication, team-based problem solving, ethical decision making andcross-cultural relationship building. Each is a critical skill that will not only help Blair graduatesdistinguish themselves at top colleges and universities, but, more importantly, find professional andpersonal fulfillment by making a difference in their communities and in the world.

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Frequently Asked Questions

How much does Blair Academy cost?

Blair Academy's tuition is approximately $72,700 for private students.

What is the acceptance rate of Blair Academy?

The acceptance rate of Blair Academy is 15%, which is lower than the national average of 78%. Blair Academy's acceptance rate is ranked among the top private schools in New Jersey with low acceptance rates.

What sports does Blair Academy offer?

Blair Academy offers 20 interscholastic sports: Alpine Skiing, Baseball, Basketball, Crew, Cross Country, Field Hockey, Football, Golf, Lacrosse, Soccer, Softball, Squash, Swimming, Tennis, Track and Field, Volleyball, Water Polo, Weightlifting, Winter Track and Wrestling. Blair Academy is ranked as one of the top 20% of private schools in New Jersey for most sports offered.

What is Blair Academy's ranking?

Blair Academy ranks among the top 20% of private schools in New Jersey for: Lowest average acceptance rates, Largest student body, Most AP courses offered, Most sports offered, Most extracurriculars offered, Oldest founding date and Largest endowments.

When is the application deadline for Blair Academy?

The application deadline for Blair Academy is Jan. 15 / rolling (applications are due on Jan. 15 but additional applications are reviewed year-round as space permits ).

School Calendar

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First Day of classes

September 08, 2026 (Tuesday)

Last day of classes

December 17, 2026 (Thursday)

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Did You Know?

The average private school tuition in New Jersey is $18,221 for elementary schools and $23,619 for high schools (read more about average private school tuition across the country).

The average acceptance rate in New Jersey is 78% (read more about average acceptance rates across the country).