The Brookside School

The Brookside School offers learning opportunities for all of its students.
All students participate in music and art programs, hands-on learning opportunities with our own farm animals, physical play, social interaction and a structured age appropriate curriculum beginning at the age of three.
Programs are also available for Infants, One, and Two Year Olds.
We conduct educational field trips and students participate in our annual holiday and spring shows held at one of the local high schools.
The Brookside School offers a complete summer day camp program with three pools, athletic fields, off site trips, art, and music programs.
The safety, welfare and happiness of each child is always placed first.
We offer an environment of warmth and affection where a child gains a sense of belonging.

Quick Stats (2024)

  • Top Ranked NJ School
  • Grades: Prekindergarten-8
  • Enrollment: 223 students
  • Average class size: 14 students
  • Application Deadline: None / Rolling
  • Source: Verified school update

Top Rankings

The Brookside School ranks among the top 20% of private schools in New Jersey for:

Category
Attribute
School History

School Overview

Religious Affiliation
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-8
Learning Difference Programs
Yes
Year Founded
1956

Student Body

Total Students
223 students
Student Body Type
Co-ed
% Students of Color
8%
State avg.: 40%
Students by Grade
The Brookside School Student By Grade

Academics and Faculty

Total Classroom Teachers
8 teachers
Student : Teacher Ratio
28:1
National avg.: 13:1
Average Class Size
14 students
Classroom Dress Code
Casual

Tuition and Acceptance Rate

Admission Deadline
None / Rolling
Tuition Notes
Please see our website for tuition rates. Several differnt programs are offered.

School Notes

  • We look forward to giving you a tour of our campus and further describing our programs as they would pertain to your child. Our size allows us to personalize curriculum to fit the individual needs of our elementary students and to help children, who might otherwise be lost in a large classroom, excell both academically and socially. Schedule a tour today!
Source: Verified school update

Frequently Asked Questions

What is The Brookside School's ranking?
The Brookside School ranks among the top 20% of private schools in New Jersey for: Oldest founding date.
When is the application deadline for The Brookside School?
The application deadline for The Brookside School is rolling (applications are reviewed as they are received year-round).

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Quick Stats (2024)

  • Top Ranked NJ School
  • Grades: Prekindergarten-8
  • Enrollment: 223 students
  • Average class size: 14 students
  • Application Deadline: None / Rolling
  • Source: Verified school update

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The average private school tuition in Monmouth County, NJ is $18,352 for elementary schools (read more about average private school tuition across the country).
The average acceptance rate in Monmouth County, NJ is 84% (read more about average acceptance rates across the country).

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