Top 3 Best Montclair Private Schools (2024)

For the 2024 school year, there are 7 private schools serving 1,935 students in Montclair, NJ (there are 11 public schools, serving 6,053 public students). 24% of all K-12 students in Montclair, NJ are educated in private schools (compared to the NJ state average of 14%).
The top ranked private schools in Montclair, NJ include Immaculate Conception High School, Montclair Kimberley Academy and St. Cassian Continuation School.
The average acceptance rate is 71%, which is lower than the New Jersey private school average acceptance rate of 79%.
43% of private schools in Montclair, NJ are religiously affiliated (most commonly Catholic).

Top Ranked Montclair Private Schools (2024)

School
Location
Grades
Students
Fusion Academy Montclair
Fusion Academy Montclair 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.
Alternative School
427 Bloomfield Avenue, 3rd Floor
Montclair, NJ 07042
(877) 673-8893
Grades: 6-12
| students
65 Chestnut Street
Montclair, NJ 07042
(973) 783-4955
Grades: NS-8
| 132 students
Immaculate Conception High School
(Catholic)
33 Cottage Place
Montclair, NJ 07042
(973) 744-7445
Grades: 9-12
| 210 students
201 Valley Road
Montclair, NJ 07042
(973) 746-9800
Grades: PK-12
| 1,054 students
St. Cassian Continuation School
St. Cassian Continuation School Photo - St Cassian School A National Blue Ribbon Exemplary High Performing School
Special Program Emphasis (Catholic)
(2)
190 Lorraine Ave
Montclair, NJ 07043
(973) 746-1636
Grades: PK-8
| 257 students
Lacordaire Academy
(Catholic)
155 Lorraine Ave
Montclair, NJ 07043
(973) 744-1156
Grades: PK-12
| 212 students
Sawtelle Learning Center
Special Education School
208 S Mountain Ave
Montclair, NJ 07042
(973) 744-0615
Grades: Inquire with school
| 70 students

Frequently Asked Questions

What are the top ranked private schools in Montclair, NJ?
The top ranked private schools in Montclair, NJ include Immaculate Conception High School, Montclair Kimberley Academy and St. Cassian Continuation School.
How many private schools are located in Montclair, NJ?
7 private schools are located in Montclair, NJ.
How diverse are private schools in Montclair, NJ?
Montclair, NJ private schools are approximately 38% minority students, which is lower than the New Jersey private school average of 40%.
What percentage of students in Montclair, NJ go to private school?
24% of all K-12 students in Montclair, NJ are educated in private schools (compared to the NJ state average of 14%).
What percentage of private schools are religiously affiliated in Montclair, NJ?
43% of private schools in Montclair, NJ are religiously affiliated (most commonly Catholic).

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