Dwight-Englewood School offers a seamless educational experience from preschool through grade 12 and gives students the highest quality preparation for college and university work while fostering independent thinking; the ability to solve problems; and the skills, tolerance, and integrity it takes to thrive in our multifaceted world.
Quick Stats (2023-24)
- Top Ranked NJ School
- Grades: Prekindergarten-12
- Enrollment: 1,053 students
- Yearly Tuition: $30,600
- Acceptance rate: 50%
- Average class size: 14 students
- Application Deadline: None / Rolling
- Source: Verified school update
Top Rankings
Dwight-englewood School ranks among the top 20% of private schools in New Jersey for:
Category
Attribute
Acceptance Rate
Student Body
Sports offered
Extracurriculars
School History
School Overview
Religious Affiliation
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-12
Year Founded
1889
Summer School Offered
Yes
Student Body
Total Students
1,053 students
Student Body Type
Co-ed
% Students of Color
100%
State avg.: 40%
Students by Grade

Academics and Faculty
Total Classroom Teachers
126 teachers
Student : Teacher Ratio
8:1
National avg.: 13:1
% Faculty w/Advanced Degree
70%
Average Class Size
14 students
Number of AP Courses
17 courses
Advanced Courses
Art History, Biology, Calculus AB, Calculus BC, Chemistry, Computer Science, English Literature, Environmental Science, French Language, Latin, Mondern European History, Physics, Spanish Language, Spanish Literature, Statistics, Studio Art, United States History
Average ACT score
30
Classroom Dress Code
Casual
Tuition and Acceptance Rate
Admission Deadline
None / Rolling
Yearly Tuition Cost
$30,600
Tuition Notes
Tuition is less for Pre- School and Elementary
Acceptance Rate
50%
National avg.: 85%
Admissions Director
Sherronda L Brown
Admissions Associate
Joni Hartsough
Sports
Total Sports Offered
15 sports
Extracurriculars
Total ExtracurricularsTotal Extra-curric.
40 extracurriculars
ExtracurricularsExtra-curric.
A Capella Group, Action Against Homelessness, AIDS Awareness, Amnesty International, Autism Awareness Club, Bergen County Math League, Calliope (Literary Magazine), Chamber Music, Chemistry Olympics, Community Outreach, Cultural Diversity Club, D-E Against Destructive Decisions, D-E Animal Rights, D-E Fight Against Cancer, Dance Club, Drama Club, Environmental Action Club, Fencing Club, Festival of Student Written One-Act Plays, Film Festival, Financial Club, Gay-Straight Student Alliance, Helping Hands Peer Tutoring, Helping Out People Everywhere, Jazz Rock, Juggling Club, Michael Andrew Glowski Intramural Competition, Parnassus Language Magazine, Peer Group Meetings, Photography Magazine, Poster Club, Quartet, Robotics Club, Spectrum (Upper School Newspaper), Stage Crew, Student Government, Tour Guides / Admissions Ambassadors, Upper School Fall Play, Winter Musical, Yearbook
Source: Verified school update
Frequently Asked Questions
How much does Dwight-englewood School cost?
Dwight-englewood School's tuition is approximately $30,600 for private students.
What is the acceptance rate of Dwight-englewood School?
The acceptance rate of Dwight-englewood School is 50%, which is lower than the national average of 80%. Dwight-englewood School's acceptance rate is ranked among the top private schools in New Jersey with low acceptance rates.
What sports does Dwight-englewood School offer?
Dwight-englewood School offers 15 interscholastic sports: Baseball, Basketball, Bowling, Cross Country, Fencing, Field Hockey, Flag Football, Football, Golf, Lacrosse, Soccer, Tennis, Track and Field, Ultimate Frisbee and Volleyball. Dwight-englewood School is ranked as one of the top 20% of private schools in New Jersey for most sports offered.
What is Dwight-englewood School's ranking?
Dwight-englewood School ranks among the top 20% of private schools in New Jersey for: Lowest average acceptance rates, Highest percentage of students of color, Largest student body, Most sports offered, Most extracurriculars offered and Oldest founding date.
When is the application deadline for Dwight-englewood School?
The application deadline for Dwight-englewood School is rolling (applications are reviewed as they are received year-round).
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School Reviews
5 9/8/2023
Dwight Englewood is the school that teaches children how to learn and teaches them how to wrangle courses with enjoyment and love for learning. Dwight has a friendly environment with a nurturing ability that fosters total responsibility to make a student ready to balance the work schedule.
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