Collegiate School was founded in 1895 and continues to provide its students a quality education.
Collegiate School is accredited by the Middle States Association of Colleges and Schools.
Our accredited school has met numerous strict standards including: defining appropriate educational goals and providing educational programs to achieve them, maintaining a qualified faculty, providing for the continuity of its programs, and planning for their future.
Quick Facts (2025-26)
- Top Ranked NJ School
- Grades: Prekindergarten-12
- Enrollment: 110 students
- Yearly Tuition: $5,000
- Average class size: 15 students
- Application Deadline: None / Rolling
- Source: Verified school update
Top Rankings
Collegiate School ranks among the top 20% of private schools in New Jersey for:
Category
Attribute
Affordability
School History
School Overview
School Membership(s)School Assoc.
Religious Affiliation
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-12
Year Founded
1895
School Calendar
Student Body
Total Students
110 students
Student Body Type
Co-ed
% Students of Color
84%
State avg.: 39%
Students by Grade
Academics and Faculty
Total Classroom Teachers
8 teachers
Student-Teacher Ratio
14:1
National avg.: 13:1
Average Class Size
15 students
Classroom Dress Code
Formal
Button-up shirt with tie or school polo for boys. School polo and skirt for girls.
Tuition and Acceptance Rate
Admission Deadline
None / Rolling
Yearly Tuition Cost
Tuition Notes
$5,000 for Pre-Kindergarten
$6,000 for KIndergarten
$6,500 for Grades 1-5
$7,000 for Grades 6-11
$7,500 for Grade 12
Sports
Total Sports Offered
4 sports
Extracurriculars
Total ExtracurricularsTotal Extra-curric.
9 extracurriculars
ExtracurricularsExtra-curric.
ClassicalCommunity Service
Dinner dance honoring seniorsformal
heartfelt graduationNumerious field trips
Teacher's aidTutoring
Yearbook Committee
School Notes
- Small school size fosters sense of community
- Small classes (maximum 15 students)
- Religiously and ethnically diverse student population
- Every child matters and every parent is heard
Source: Verified school update
Frequently Asked Questions
How much does Collegiate School cost?
Collegiate School's tuition is approximately $5,000 for private students.
What sports does Collegiate School offer?
Collegiate School offers 4 interscholastic sports: Basketball, Soccer, Softball and Volleyball.
What is Collegiate School's ranking?
Collegiate School ranks among the top 20% of private schools in New Jersey for: Least expensive tuition, Highest percentage of students of color and Oldest founding date.
When is the application deadline for Collegiate School?
The application deadline for Collegiate School is rolling (applications are reviewed as they are received year-round).
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