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Most Selective Private Preschools in New Jersey

Name: New Jersey Average Acceptance Rate Trends (Pre-K)
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The average private preschool acceptance rate in New Jersey is 83% per year (2026-27).

The most selective school in New Jersey is Cedar Hill Prep School, Princeton Day School, and Islamic Academy Of Burlington County, each with an acceptance rate of 30%.

Quick Facts (26-27)

# NJ Schools Ranked: 101
Top 20 Range (Acceptance Rate): 30%–65%
NJ School Avg.: 83%
National School Avg.: 89%

Quick Facts (26-27)

# NJ Schools Ranked: 101
Top 20 Range (Acceptance Rate): 30%–65%
NJ School Avg.: 83%
National School Avg.: 89%

New Jersey Average Acceptance Rate (Trends)

Showing 2016–2025. View full 14-year historical data

Total Growth: (-1.2%) (-1% since 2016)

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Year	National avg	New Jersey (NJ) avg
2025	87%	83% (▼ 1 pp)
2024	88%	84% (— 0 pp)
2023	88%	84% (— 0 pp)
2022	88%	84% (— 0 pp)
2021	88%	84% (▲ 1 pp)
2020	88%	83% (— 0 pp)
2019	88%	83% (▼ 1 pp)
2018	88%	84% (— 0 pp)
2017	88%	84% (— 0 pp)
2016	88%	84% (▲ 1 pp)
2015	88%	83% (▲ 2 pp)
2013	88%	81% (— 0 pp)
2012	88%	81%

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Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES) Private School Universe Survey (PSS), direct school submissions, and proprietary website research and analysis by Private School Review.

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Show school map — New Jersey (acceptance rate range: 30%–65%, avg 83%)

Acceptance Rate Range: 30% 80% Avg. Acceptance Rate: 61%

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the New Jersey average private preschools acceptance rate?

The New Jersey average private preschools acceptance rate is 83% for 2026-27.

What are the most selective private preschools in New Jersey?

The top ranked private preschools in New Jersey include Cedar Hill Prep School, Islamic Academy Of Burlington County and Princeton Day School.

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