Stuart Country Day School

Stuart Country Day School of the Sacred Heart is a leading PreK to Grade 12 private school in Princeton, NJ dedicated to the education of girls.Stuart is uniquely positioned to provide an environment where girls shine, are willing and able to take risks, and explore every opportunity.
Through a highly personalized and academically rigorous curriculum with nurturing and expert faculty who know girls well, Stuart girls graduate as compassionate and empowered global citizens who are driven to be forces of change in our world.

Quick Stats (2024)

  • Top Ranked NJ School
  • Grades: Nursery/Preschool-12
  • Enrollment: 303 students
  • Yearly Tuition: $41,600
  • Acceptance rate: 65%
  • Average class size: 12 students
  • Application Deadline: Jan. 15
  • Source: Verified school update

Top Rankings

Stuart Country Day School ranks among the top 20% of private schools in New Jersey for:

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Attribute

School Overview

Religious Affiliation
Grades Offered
Grades Nursery/Preschool-12
ADD/ADHD Support
Yes
Year Founded
1963
Summer School Offered
Yes
Summer Program Details

Student Body

Total Students
303 students
Student Body Type
% Students of Color
40%
State avg.: 40%
Students by Grade
Stuart Country Day School Student By Grade

Academics and Faculty

Total Classroom Teachers
73 teachers
Student : Teacher Ratio
4:1
National avg.: 13:1
% Faculty w/Advanced Degree
71%
Average Class Size
12 students
Number of AP Courses
17 courses
List of Courses Offered
Advanced Courses
AP Biology, AP Calculus AB, AP Calculus BC, AP Chemistry, AP Computer Science, AP Computer Science: Principles, AP English Literature and Composition, AP Environmental Science, AP French Language and Culture, AP Latin, AP Music Theory, AP Physics, AP Psychology, AP Spanish Language and Culture, AP Statistics, AP Studio Art, AP US History
Average SAT score
1420
Average ACT score
28
Matriculation DataMatric. Data
Classroom Dress Code
Formal
Uniform in Lower and Middle School

Tuition and Acceptance Rate

Admission Deadline
Jan. 15
Yearly Tuition Cost
Tuition Notes
% on Financial Aid
48%
Acceptance Rate
65%
National avg.: 85%
Admissions Director
Hillary Nastro
Admissions Associate
Karen Aubourg

Sports

School Notes

  • Stuart Country Day School of the Sacred Heart is a leading PreK to Grade 12 private school in Princeton, NJ dedicated to the education of girls.Stuart is uniquely positioned to provide an environment where girls shine, are willing and able to take risks, and explore every opportunity. Through a highly personalized and academically rigorous curriculum with nurturing and expert faculty who know girls well, Stuart girls graduate as compassionate and empowered global citizens who are driven to be forces of change in our world.
Source: Verified school update

Frequently Asked Questions

How much does Stuart Country Day School cost?
Stuart Country Day School's tuition is approximately $41,600 for private students.
What is the acceptance rate of Stuart Country Day School?
The acceptance rate of Stuart Country Day School is 65%, which is lower than the national average of 80%.
Does Stuart Country Day School offer a summer program?
Yes, Stuart Country Day School offers a summer program. Visit their summer school page for more information.
What sports does Stuart Country Day School offer?
Stuart Country Day School offers 9 interscholastic sports: Basketball, Cross Country, Field Hockey, Golf, Lacrosse, Tennis, Track and Field, Volleyball and Winter Track.
What is Stuart Country Day School's ranking?
Stuart Country Day School ranks among the top 20% of private schools in New Jersey for: Highest average SAT score and Largest student body.
When is the application deadline for Stuart Country Day School?
The application deadline for Stuart Country Day School is Jan. 15.

School Reviews

  5.00 out of 5  (5 reviews)
5  
Stuart is an incredible school. The community is everything and I truly love it here. You have tons of opportunities to go outside of just the Stuart community and impact more people. Strongly recommend you come and take a look!
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5  
Stuart is a school that anyone with a daughter in the Princeton area should seriously consider. If reaching out to the Admissions office or even attending an Open House seems like too much, just take a look at the many offerings throughout the year of STEM evenings, summer camps, performances, etc. to see what might work for your family as a taste of Stuart. The feeling of community and support will be there the moment you set foot on the beautiful campus. And the student successes speak for themselves: academic, athletic, artistic. It can't be beat!
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5  
Stuart is an OUTSTANDING school. I have had one daughter go through the entire program and another one in the middle school now. We couldn't be happier with the results for our children! The academics are rigorous, the faculty and staff amazing and the facilities are terrific. When my oldest got to college (a highly-selective, top-rated college in NE) her comment to us was "I wish more of my new classmates had a chance to have gone to Stuart". In addition to the world-class education, Stuart is VERY focused on developing the next-generation of women leaders - and they make it happen! In short, if you are thinking about Stuart, don't hesitate!
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5  
We have daughters in the lower and middle school at Stuart. Although our daughters have very different personalities, strengths, and weaknesses, both have thrived. Initially we chose the school because of the strong academics, however, we also benefited from the variety of programs offered at Stuart. The social emotional learning, the Sacred Heart Network, STEM programs, and the community created inside and outside the walls of Stuart are just a few examples of what sets Stuart girls apart.
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5  
The decision to send our daughter to middle school at Stuart, a decision made entirely by her mother, was the best educational/character development decision we have ever made on behalf of any of our five children. She is growing up right in front of our eyes!
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Quick Stats (2024)

  • Top Ranked NJ School
  • Grades: Nursery/Preschool-12
  • Enrollment: 303 students
  • Yearly Tuition: $41,600
  • Acceptance rate: 65%
  • Average class size: 12 students
  • Application Deadline: Jan. 15
  • Source: Verified school update

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The average private school tuition in Princeton, NJ is $30,304 for elementary schools (read more about average private school tuition across the country).
The average acceptance rate in Princeton, NJ is 64% (read more about average acceptance rates across the country).

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