Hovnanian School (2026 Profile)

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Quick Facts (2026)

Grades: Prekindergarten-8
Enrollment: 138 students
Yearly Tuition: $13,500
Average class size: 12 students
Application Deadline: None / Rolling
Source: ✓Verified school update

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School Facts

School Membership(s)School Assoc.

Middle States Association of Colleges and Secondary Schools
New Jersey Association of Independent Schools

Religious Affiliation

Nonsectarian

Grades Offered

Grades Prekindergarten-8

Students By Grade

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Distribution of Students By Grade
Grade	Hovnanian School
Nursery	12
Pre-K	22
Kind	11
1	10
2	10
3	10
4	12
5	12
6	7
7	12
8	8
Ungraded	12

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Year Founded

1976

Summer School Offered

Yes

Summer Program Details

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School Calendar

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Student Body

Total Students

138 students

Student Body Type

Co-ed

% Students of Color

State avg.: 40%

Academics & Faculty

Total Classroom Teachers

15 teachers

Student-Teacher Ratio

9:1

National avg.: 11:1

% Faculty w/Advanced Degree

25%

Average Class Size

12 students

Classroom Dress Code

Formal

School uniform

Tuition & Acceptance Rate

Admission Deadline

None / Rolling

Yearly Tuition Cost

$13,500

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Tuition Notes

This is tuition for grades K - 8. Please inquire for Early Childhood grades and part-time options.

Summer Program Cost

$350

Summer Program Cost Notes

This is the cost for one week. The weekly fee for Hovnanian School students is $250.

% on Financial Aid

14%

Average Financial Aid Grant

$4,831

Admissions Director

Chris Sarafian

Application URL

Online Application

Endowment Size

$50 million

Sports

Total Sports Offered

1 sport

Sports

Basketball

Extracurriculars

Total ExtracurricularsTotal Extra-curric.

11 extracurriculars

ExtracurricularsExtra-curric.

Club or Organization:

Instrument LessonsMath Olympiad

Public SpeakingVideo Game Coding

Voice Lessons

Arts and Music Programs:

Club Scientific: RobotsKidz Art

Musical TheaterWoodworking

Recreational Athletic Programs:

BasketballClub Scientific: Science

School Notes

The Hovnanian School, with 40 years of history, offers a model mix of academic scholarship, unique second language experience, and other valuable programs from Early Learning Center to 8th grade in a safe, student-first multicultural environment.
A private, not-for-profit, elementary school, the Hovnanian School takes pride in preparing our children for the future, while preserving their cultural identity.
The teaching methods and educational philosophy at the Hovnanian School draw on current, proven approaches and techniques developed at some of the most well-respected colleges and universities specializing in education and teacher training and successfully implemented at model elementary schools here and abroad.
Accredited by the New Jersey Association of Independent Schools (NJAIS) and the Middle States Association of Colleges and Schools, the Hovnanian School employs highly qualified teachers and consulting specialists who emphasize personal attention so that each student progresses according to ability, aptitude, and talent.

School Motto: Developing emotionally intelligent, critical thinkers with varied perspectives.

Student and faculty partnership. Child-centered approach to learning. Support the growth of young people as creative and intellectually curious individuals. Build on each child's prior knowledge and experience. Value respect, integrity and self-worth Appreciation of each child's uniquenes. Integrated and interdisciplanary curriculum. Emphasis on self-discovery and self-expression. Respect for the cognitive, social, and emotional aspects of a child's development. Constructive approach in resolving conflicts. After School Programs. After School Supervision. Hot lunch program. Transportation Program. Summer Program. Toddlers Program.

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How much does Hovnanian School cost?

Hovnanian School's tuition is approximately $13,500 for private students and $350 for summer students.

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Hovnanian School is often viewed alongside schools like The French American Academy by visitors of our site.

Does Hovnanian School offer a summer program?

Yes, Hovnanian School offers a summer program. Visit their summer school page for more information.

What sports does Hovnanian School offer?

Hovnanian School offers 1 interscholastic sports: Basketball.

When is the application deadline for Hovnanian School?

The application deadline for Hovnanian School is rolling (applications are reviewed as they are received year-round).

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