At Rising Star Academy, our mission is to inspire and prepare students to always have the courage to reach for their dreams.
We strive to instill in our children a love of learning, an intellectual curiosity, and a sense of duty to the community that will enable them to make thoughtful and morally informed decisions throughout their lives.
We believe that a true education encompasses all aspects of a child's life; therefore, we aim to provide our students with experiences that develop their intellectual, moral, social and physical growth.
Our goal is to foster our students to have confidence and be leaders while holding fast to the ideals of Islam.
We promote the virtues of modesty, justice, and integrity while developing knowledge, faith and leadership.
Quick Stats (2025)
- Top Ranked NJ School
- Grades: Prekindergarten-12
- Enrollment: 333 students
- Yearly Tuition: $7,250
- Average class size: 15 students
- Application Deadline: None / Rolling
- Source: Verified school update
Top Rankings
Rising Star Academy ranks among the top 20% of private schools in New Jersey for:
Category
Attribute
Student Body
School Overview
School Membership(s)School Assoc.
Religious Affiliation
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-12
Year Founded
2009
School Calendar
Student Body
Total Students
333 students
Student Body Type
Co-ed
% Students of Color
15%
State avg.: 39%
Students by Grade

Academics and Faculty
Total Classroom Teachers
42 teachers
Student : Teacher Ratio
8:1
National avg.: 13:1
% Faculty w/Advanced Degree
8%
Average Class Size
15 students
Number of AP Courses
9 courses
Advanced Courses
AP Biology, AP English Literature and Composition, AP History, AP Human Geography, AP Language & Composition, AP Physics B, AP Psychology, AP Reserach, AP Seminar
Classroom Dress Code
Formal
Tuition and Acceptance Rate
Admission Deadline
None / Rolling
Yearly Tuition Cost
Tuition Notes
Pre-K - 6th Grade : $65000
7th-12th Grade: $7250
Application URL
Sports
Total Sports Offered
2 sports
Sports
Extracurriculars
Total ExtracurricularsTotal Extra-curric.
6 extracurriculars
ExtracurricularsExtra-curric.
Club or Organization:
Math, Mock, Model, Robotics, Science, Spelling
Math, Mock, Model, Robotics, Science, Spelling
School Notes
- School Motto: Rising Star Academy strives to develop an enriched learning community by providing an inclusive and secure environment.
- At Rising Star Academy, our mission is to inspire and prepare students to always have the courage to reach for their dreams. We strive to instill in our children a love of learning, an intellectual curiosity, and a sense of duty to the community that will enable them to make thoughtful and morally informed decisions throughout their lives. We believe that a true education encompasses all aspects of a child's life; therefore, we aim to provide our students with experiences that develop their intellectual, moral, social and physical growth. Our goal is to foster our students to have confidence and be leaders while holding fast to the ideals of Islam. We promote the virtues of modesty, justice, and integrity while developing knowledge, faith and leadership.
Source: Verified school update
Frequently Asked Questions
How much does Rising Star Academy cost?
Rising Star Academy's tuition is approximately $7,250 for private students.
What sports does Rising Star Academy offer?
Rising Star Academy offers 2 interscholastic sports: Basketball and Soccer.
What is Rising Star Academy's ranking?
Rising Star Academy ranks among the top 20% of private schools in New Jersey for: Largest student body.
When is the application deadline for Rising Star Academy?
The application deadline for Rising Star Academy is rolling (applications are reviewed as they are received year-round).
School Reviews
5 4/27/2015
I like rising star academy. good to see an islamic school in NJ. I have done M.Phil in Linguistics from Pakistan and recently came from Pakistan as i am a permanent resident now so want to restart my teaching career. Please do let me know if you have any vacancy in your institute.
I will be waiting anxiously for your feedback.
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