Quick Facts (2026)
- School Type: Early Childhood / Day Care
- Grades: Prekindergarten-Kindergarten
- Enrollment: 30 students
- Application Deadline: None / Rolling
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES)
Christian Children Institute
About the School
- Christian Children Institute in Plainfield, NJ, is a co–ed Christian early childhood program serving preschool through kindergarten students in an urban/large town setting.
- The school enrolls 30 students with 100% representation of students of color, ranking among the top 20% of private schools in New Jersey for diversity.
- The student–teacher ratio of 30:1, with a single teacher currently serving all enrolled students.
- Christian Children Institute offers tuition–based programs for families seeking preschool and kindergarten education within the Plainfield community.
Quick Facts (2026)
- School Type: Early Childhood / Day Care
- Grades: Prekindergarten-Kindergarten
- Enrollment: 30 students
- Application Deadline: None / Rolling
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES)
School Rankings
Christian Children Institute ranks among the top 20% of private schools in New Jersey for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
School Facts
School Type
Religious Affiliation
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-Kindergarten
Students By Grade
Student Body
Total Students
30 students
Student Body Type
Co-ed
% Students of Color
100%
State avg.: 40%
Academics & Faculty
Total Classroom Teachers
1 teacher
Student-Teacher Ratio
30:1
National avg.: 11:1
Tuition & Acceptance Rate
Admission Deadline
None / Rolling
Application URL
Frequently Asked Questions
When is the application deadline for Christian Children Institute?
The application deadline for Christian Children Institute is rolling (applications are reviewed as they are received year-round).
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