Lake Nelson Sda School

Lake Nelson SDA School is a warm and caring school who's mission is to raise up "God's stars" into a light that will shine bright in this world for God.
Lake Nelson Seventh day Adventist School is a part of this school system whose primary goal is to provide opportunities for students to accept Christ as their Savior, allow the Holy Sprit to transform their lives, and to fulfill the commission of preaching the gospel unto all the world.
The LNS Educational Program is predicated on the belief that each student is unique and of inestimable value.
Christian values and educational excellence are central to the development of the whole person.
Students are educated to accept service as away of life, to be sensitive to their church and community.
The student who graduates from LNS will have the skills necessary to be successful in further scholastic endeavors.

Quick Facts (2026)

  • Grades: Prekindergarten-12
  • Enrollment: 239 students
  • Yearly Tuition: $15,000
  • Acceptance rate: 75%
  • Application Deadline: None / Rolling
  • Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES)

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Lake Nelson Sda School ranks among the top 20% of private schools in New Jersey for:

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Attribute

School Overview

School Membership(s)School Assoc.
Religious Affiliation
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-12
School Calendar

Student Body

Total Students
239 students
Student Body Type
Co-ed
% Students of Color
100%
State avg.: 40%
Students by Grade

Academics and Faculty

Total Classroom Teachers
15 teachers
Student-Teacher Ratio
16:1
National avg.: 11:1

Tuition and Acceptance Rate

Admission Deadline
None / Rolling
Yearly Tuition Cost
Acceptance Rate
75%
National avg.: 82%
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School Notes

  • School Motto: Empowering Students Through Christian Education
  • Lake Nelson SDA School is a warm and caring school who's mission is to raise up "God's stars" into a light that will shine bright in this world for God. Lake Nelson Seventh day Adventist School is a part of this school system whose primary goal is to provide opportunities for students to accept Christ as their Savior, allow the Holy Sprit to transform their lives, and to fulfill the commission of preaching the gospel unto all the world. The LNS Educational Program is predicated on the belief that each student is unique and of inestimable value. Christian values and educational excellence are central to the development of the whole person. Students are educated to accept service as away of life, to be sensitive to their church and community. The student who graduates from LNS will have the skills necessary to be successful in further scholastic endeavors.
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES)

Frequently Asked Questions

How much does Lake Nelson Sda School cost?
Lake Nelson Sda School's tuition is approximately $15,000 for private students.
What is the acceptance rate of Lake Nelson Sda School?
The acceptance rate of Lake Nelson Sda School is 75%, which is lower than the national average of 78%.
When is the application deadline for Lake Nelson Sda School?
The application deadline for Lake Nelson Sda School is rolling (applications are reviewed as they are received year-round).

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Quick Facts (2026)

  • Grades: Prekindergarten-12
  • Enrollment: 239 students
  • Yearly Tuition: $15,000
  • Acceptance rate: 75%
  • Application Deadline: None / Rolling
  • Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES)

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The average private school tuition in Middlesex County, NJ is $15,041 for elementary schools and $18,374 for high schools (read more about average private school tuition across the country).
The average acceptance rate in Middlesex County, NJ is 70% (read more about average acceptance rates across the country).

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