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Top 20 Best Bergen County Private Schools (2025)

For the 2025 school year, there are 166 private schools serving 28,397 students in Bergen County, NJ (there are 291 public schools, serving 138,359 public students). 17% of all K-12 students in Bergen County, NJ are educated in private schools (compared to the NJ state average of 14%).
The top ranked private schools in Bergen County, NJ include Primoris Academy, Dwight-englewood School, and Noble Leadership Academy.
The average tuition cost is $15,884, which is lower than the New Jersey private school average tuition cost of $18,887.
41% of private schools in Bergen County, NJ are religiously affiliated (most commonly Catholic and Jewish).

Top Ranked Bergen County Private Schools (2025)

School
Location
Grades
Students
Barnstable Academy
Barnstable Academy Photo
(7)
8 Wright Way
Oakland, NJ 07436
(201) 651-0200
Grades: 6-12
| 119 students
Primoris Academy
Primoris Academy Photo - An independent private school located in Westwood, NJ, Primoris Academy is a vibrant and nurturing environment for advanced learners. We strive to create a joyful learning experience that inspires as well as challenges.
(19)
120 Washington Avenue
Westwood, NJ 07675
(201) 722-1000
Grades: K-12
| 98 students
Fusion Academy Englewood
Fusion Academy Englewood Photo - Each Fusion campus has a state-of-the-art music studio with professional-grade tools. Students can explore instruments, vocals, songwriting, DJ performing arts, and more.
10 Sterling Blvd, Suite 201
Englewood, NJ 07631
(877) 673-8893
Grades: 6-12
| n/a students
The Academy At Saint Mary
(Catholic)
72 Chestnut St
Rutherford, NJ 07070
(201) 933-8410
Grades: PK-8
| 166 students
Academy Of Greatness And Excellence
Academy Of Greatness And Excellence Photo - One of the pillars of the AGE National Elementary Honor Society is Service, and that is what the NEHS students provides at the Woodcrest Healthcare Center. They visit the elderly of our community, and spend quality time with them as they add smiles to their faces.
(Islamic)
(1)
110 Mount Vernon St.
Ridgefield Park, NJ 07660
(201) 836-2555
Grades: PK-12
| 532 students
Academy Of Our Lady At St. Catharine
(Catholic)
180 Rodney St
Glen Rock, NJ 07452
(201) 445-0622
Grades: PK-8
| 322 students
Academy Of Our Lady Of Mount Carmel
(Catholic)
10 County Road
Tenafly, NJ 07670
(201) 567-6491
Grades: PK-8
| 230 students
Academy Of The Holy Angels
All-girls (Catholic)
315 Hillside Ave
Demarest, NJ 07627
(201) 768-7822
Grades: 9-12
| 493 students
Anshei Lubavitch Daycare Center
Daycare / Preschool (Jewish)
10-10 Plz Rd
Fair Lawn, NJ 07410
(201) 794-3770
Grades: PK
| 275 students
Ben Porat Yosef
(Jewish)
E. 243 Frisch Court
Paramus, NJ 07652
(201) 845-5007
Grades: PK-8
| 450 students
Bergen Catholic High School
All-boys (Catholic)
(2)
1040 Oradell Avenue
Oradell, NJ 07649
(201) 634-4120
Grades: 9-12
| 695 students
Christ The Teacher Academy
Christ The Teacher Academy Photo - Students distribute "our school raised trout" as part of the national trout program of the Dept. of NJ Preservation.
(Catholic)
(3)
359 Whiteman St
Fort Lee, NJ 07024
(201) 944-0421
Grades: PK-8
| 323 students
Corpus Christi School
(Catholic)
215 Kipp Avenue
Hasbrouck Heights, NJ 07604
(201) 288-0614
Grades: PK-8
| 391 students
Ctc
Special Education School
321 Prospect St
Midland Park, NJ 07432
(201) 612-5677
Grades: 2-12
| 81 students
Ctc Academy - Fair Lawn
Ctc Academy - Fair Lawn Photo
Special Education School
29-01 Berkshire Rd
Fair Lawn, NJ 07410
(201) 797-7440
Grades: PK-2
| 51 students
The CTC Academy, Inc. - Oakland Campus
The CTC Academy, Inc. - Oakland Campus Photo
Special Education School
125 Bauer Drive
Oakland, NJ 07436
(201) 612-5677
Grades: 2-12
| n/a students
Don Bosco Preparatory High School
Don Bosco Preparatory High School Photo - Math classes are required for all four years at the Prep, and students study at the college prep, honors, or advanced placement levels.
All-boys (Catholic)
492 N. Franklin Turnpike
Ramsey, NJ 07446
(201) 337-8003
Grades: 9-12
| 767 students
Dwight-englewood School
Dwight-englewood School Photo - Dwight-Englewood is a place where students from pre-K to 12th grade can learn to think critically and develop their skills. Students are encouraged to learn in and outside of the classroom.
(1)
315 E Palisade Avenue
Englewood, NJ 07631
(201) 569-9500
Grades: PK-12
| 1,053 students
Eastern Christian Preschool & Elementary School
Eastern Christian Preschool & Elementary School Photo
(Christian)
(7)
25 Baldin Dr
Midland Park, NJ 07432
(201) 445-6150
Grades: PK-2
| 286 students
Eastern Christian Upper Elementary & Middle School
Eastern Christian Upper Elementary & Middle School Photo
(Calvinist)
(9)
518 Sicomac Avenue
Wyckoff, NJ 07481
(201) 891-3663
Grades: 3-8
| 365 students
The Elisabeth Morrow School
The Elisabeth Morrow School Photo - The Elisabeth Morrow School serves children age 2 through eighth grade providing exemplary academics and character development in a diverse and inclusive child-centered community, inspiring students to become curious scholars, ethical leaders, and global citizens.
(6)
435 Lydecker Street
Englewood, NJ 07631
(201) 568-5566
Grades: NS-8
| 387 students
The Frisch School
(Jewish)
120 West Century Road
Paramus, NJ 07652
(201) 267-9100
Grades: 9-12
| 923 students
Holmstead School
Special Education School
(2)
14 Hope St
Ridgewood, NJ 07450
(201) 447-1696
Grades: 8-12
| 47 students
Immaculate Conception High School
All-girls (Catholic)
(1)
258 S Main St
Lodi, NJ 07644
(973) 836-4578
Grades: 9-12
| 132 students
Immaculate Heart Academy
All-girls (Catholic)
500 Van Emburgh Ave
Township Of Washington, NJ 07676
(201) 445-6800
Grades: 9-12
| 625 students
Maayanot Yeshiva High School For Girls
All-girls (Jewish)
1650 Palisade Ave
Teaneck, NJ 07666
(201) 833-4307
Grades: 9-12
| 311 students
The Moriah School
(Jewish)
53 S Woodland St
Englewood, NJ 07631
(201) 567-0208
Grades: PK-8
| 675 students
Most Sacred Heart Jesus School
(Catholic)
6 Bond St
Wallington, NJ 07057
(973) 777-4817
Grades: PK-8
| 244 students
New Alliance Academy The
Special Education School
49 E Midland Ave Ste 2
Paramus, NJ 07652
(201) 225-0046
Grades: 8-12
| 33 students
Noble Leadership Academy
Noble Leadership Academy Photo
(Islamic)
(16)
1-30 Summit Avenue
Fair Lawn, NJ 07410
(973) 685-2550
Grades: PK-12
| 360 students
Notre Dame Academy
(Catholic)
312 1st St
Palisades Park, NJ 07650
(201) 947-5262
Grades: PK-8
| 417 students
Our Lady Of Mercy Academy
Our Lady Of Mercy Academy Photo
(Catholic)
(4)
25 Fremont Avenue
Park Ridge, NJ 07656
(201) 391-3838
Grades: PK-8
| 351 students
Paramus Catholic High School
(Catholic)
(1)
425 Paramus Rd
Paramus, NJ 07652
(201) 445-4466
Grades: 9-12
| 1,353 students
Queen Of Peace Elementary School
(Catholic)
(2)
21 Church Place
North Arlington, NJ 07031
(201) 998-8222
Grades: PK-8
| 251 students
Sacred Heart School
Sacred Heart School Photo
(Catholic)
(4)
620 Valley Brook Ave
Lyndhurst, NJ 07071
(201) 939-4277
Grades: PK-8
| 404 students
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Bergen County Private Schools (Closed)

School
Location
Grades
Students
Assumption Early Childhood Center (Closed 2023)
Daycare / Preschool (Catholic)
35 Jefferson Ave
Emerson, NJ 07630
(201) 262-0300
Grades: PK-K
| 70 students
Catholic Academy Northern Valley-demarest Campus (Closed 2006)
(Catholic)
573 Piermont Road
Demarest, NJ 07627
(201) 768-5534
Grades: 1-8
| 107 students
Creative Minds Montessori (Closed)
Montessori School
292 Old Tappan Rd
Westwood, NJ 07675
(201) 263-9393
Grades: K
| 31 students
Epiphany Elementary School (Closed 2004)
(Catholic)
Po Box 2260, 263 Lafayette Ave
Cliffside Park, NJ 07010
(201) 945-1194
Grades: PK-8
| 186 students
Garfield Catholic Academy (Closed 2004)
(Catholic)
200 Macarthur Ave
Garfield, NJ 07026
(973) 772-0416
Grades: PK-8
| 157 students
Garfield Catholic Academy/st School (Closed 2000)
(Catholic)
210 Lanza Avenue Gar
Garfield, NJ 07026
(973) 772-0345
Grades: K-8
| 136 students
Gerrard Berman Day School (Closed 2024)
(Jewish)
45 Spruce St
Oakland, NJ 07436
(201) 337-1111
Grades: PK-8
| 126 students
The Hanal High School (Closed 2025)
Special Program Emphasis
260 Harrison St
Leonia, NJ 07605
(201) 944-4361
Grades: 7-12
| 82 students
Holy Trinity Elementary School (Closed 2006)
(Catholic)
43 Maple Avenue
Hackensack, NJ 07601
(201) 489-6870
Grades: PK-8
| 260 students
Jewish Education For Special Children (Closed 2015)
Special Education School (Jewish)
Po Box 361
River Edge, NJ 07661
(201) 262-1090
Grades: Inquire with school
| 43 students
Kathy Dunn Cultural Center (Closed 2013)
167 Kipp Ave
Hasbrouck Heights, NJ 07604
(201) 288-8861
Grades: K-2
| 80 students
Kindercare Learning Center (Closed 2025)
Daycare / Preschool
800 Parsons Pond Dr
Franklin Lakes, NJ 07417
(201) 891-3016
Grades: K
| 2 students
Mother Cabrini Interparochial (Closed 2000)
(Catholic)
123 Union Street
Lodi, NJ 07644
(993) 777-4635
Grades: K-8
| 157 students
New Horizons Learning Center (Closed 2022)
Daycare / Preschool
361 Passaic Avenue
Lodi, NJ 07644
(973) 777-7794
Grades: NS-PK
| 30 students
New World Montessori School (Closed 2025)
Montessori School
165 Burton Ave
Hasbrouck Heights, NJ 07604
Grades: PK-K
| n/a students
Padre Pio Academy (Closed 2010)
(Catholic)
100 S Main St
Hackensack, NJ 07601
(201) 488-8862
Grades: PK-8
| 216 students
St. Anne School (Closed 2025)
(Catholic)
1-30 Summit Ave
Fair Lawn, NJ 07410
(201) 796-3356
Grades: PK-8
| 146 students
St. Joseph Academy (Closed 2021)
(Catholic)
131 E Fort Lee Rd
Bogota, NJ 07603
(201) 487-8641
Grades: PK-8
| 210 students
St. Joseph School (Closed 2010)
(Catholic)
20 Hackensack St
East Rutherford, NJ 07073
(201) 939-3193
Grades: K-9
| 186 students
St. Mary Elementary School (Closed 2006)
(Catholic)
21 New Milford Avenue 31
Dumont, NJ 07628
(201) 384-0512
Grades: PK-8
| 207 students
Transfiguration Academy (Closed 2025)
(Catholic)
10 Bradley Ave
Bergenfield, NJ 07621
(201) 384-3627
Grades: PK-8
| 196 students
Y C S Fort Lee Education Center (Closed 2013)
Special Education School
2300 3rd St
Fort Lee, NJ 07024
(201) 944-6608
Grades: 7-12
| 53 students

Frequently Asked Questions

What are the top ranked private schools in Bergen County, NJ?
The top ranked private schools in Bergen County, NJ include Primoris Academy, Dwight-englewood School, and Noble Leadership Academy.
How many private schools are located in Bergen County?
166 private schools are located in Bergen County.
How much do private schools cost in Bergen County?
The average tuition cost is $15,884, which is lower than the New Jersey private school average tuition cost of $18,887.
How diverse are private schools in Bergen County?
Bergen County private schools are approximately 42% minority students, which is higher than the New Jersey private school average of 39%.
What percentage of students in Bergen County go to private school?
17% of all K-12 students in Bergen County are educated in private schools (compared to the NJ state average of 14%).
What percentage of private schools are religiously affiliated in Bergen County?
41% of private schools in Bergen County are religiously affiliated (most commonly Catholic and Jewish).
Which private schools in Bergen County are often viewed compared to one another?

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