Best New Jersey Private Schools (2024)

For the 2024 school year, there are 1,372 private schools serving 209,638 students in New Jersey (there are 2,557 public schools, serving 1,339,860 students). 14% of all K-12 students in New Jersey are educated in private schools (compared to the national average of 10%).

The average private school tuition is $15,298 for elementary schools and $20,206 for high schools (view national tuition averages).

The best private schools in New Jersey include Newark Academy, Primoris Academy and The Lawrenceville School.

The average acceptance rate is 79% (view national acceptance rates). Minority enrollment is 40% and the student:teacher ratio is 11:1.

42% of schools are religiously affiliated (most commonly Catholic and Jewish).

Apple Montessori Of Wayne Photo - Nurturing the whole child is the core of all we do. Our mission is to educate, enrich and inspire children to reach their fullest potential as kind, independent, curious and happy individuals. We make the most of the critical early learning years by inspiring a lifelong love of learning in a safe and caring environment.

Barnstable Academy Photo - Barnstable Soccer

Fusion Academy Englewood Photo - Classes at Fusion are one-to-one: one student and one teacher per classroom. Students have different teachers for different subjects, and teachers act as mentors in the one-to-one setting.

Delbarton School Photo - Old Main, a mansion built in 1880 as the summer residence of the Kountze family, is the centerpiece of Delbarton's 182 acre campus.

Gill St. Bernard's School Photo - With a strong focus on character and social-emotional development, GSB students are well prepared for college and a meaningful life.

Ranney School Photo - Ranney School, NJ, established 1960

Beacon Christian Academy Photo - Nothing says 'happiness' like our Little Lamb smiles! We go from Infants to High School and take care of them with the love and respect of family.

Oak Knoll School of the Holy Child (Lower School) Photo

The Peck School Photo - A warm welcome, good eye contact, and consideration of others are just a few of the elements at The Peck School that contribute to creating one of the most nurturing and inspirational K-8 learning environments in the country.

The Winston School of Short Hills Photo - At The Winston School of Short Hills, we focus on helping students to overcome some of the difficulties in school due to language-based learning differences, such as DyslexIa, executive functioning difficulties, and Dysgraphia. We strive to create a comfortable educational environment based on understanding our students' challenges and strengths.

Fusion Academy Morristown Photo - Classes at Fusion are one-to-one: one student and one teacher per classroom. Students have different teachers for different subjects, and teachers act as mentors in the one-to-one setting.

Highland Academy Photo - Inspiring Greatness while Soaring To Excellence

Oak Knoll School Of The Holy Child Photo

Primoris Academy Photo - In the largest toy drive in Bergen County P.B.A. history, Primoris Academy donated over 50 toys to the Westwood Police Department. Toys were purchased using the net proceeds that Primoris students raised by selling holiday centerpieces they made themselves.

Fusion Academy Montclair Photo - Classes at Fusion are one-to-one: one student and one teacher per classroom. Students have different teachers for different subjects, and teachers act as mentors in the one-to-one setting.

Top Ranked New Jersey Private Schools by County (2024)

County

# Schools

# Students

% of K-12 Students in Private Schools

Atlantic County

4,393

Bergen County

171

27,868

17%

Burlington County

6,633

Camden County

12,136

13%

Cape May County

767

Cumberland County

1,221

Essex County

16,150

10%

Gloucester County

3,592

Hudson County

10,449

11%

Hunterdon County

858

Mercer County

11,203

17%

Middlesex County

125

16,412

12%

Monmouth County

133

19,852

17%

Morris County

11,287

14%

Ocean County

113

28,602

30%

Passaic County

10,722

12%

Salem County

141

Somerset County

10,446

18%

Sussex County

2,837

13%

Union County

12,962

11%

Warren County

1,107

Frequently Asked Questions

What are the top ranked private schools in New Jersey?

The best private schools in New Jersey include Newark Academy, Primoris Academy and The Lawrenceville School.

How many private schools are located in New Jersey?

1,372 private schools are located in New Jersey.

How much do private schools cost in New Jersey?

The average private school tuition in New Jersey is $15,298 for elementary schools and $20,206 for high schools

How diverse are private schools in New Jersey?

New Jersey private schools are approximately 40% minority students (view national minority students).

What percentage of students in New Jersey go to private school?

14% of all K-12 students in New Jersey are educated in private schools (compared to national average of 10%).

What percentage of private schools are religiously affiliated in New Jersey?

42% of private schools in New Jersey are religiously affiliated (most commonly Catholic and Jewish).

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