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New Jersey Catholic Private Preschools

For the 2026-27 school year, there are 162 catholic private preschools serving 40,905 students in New Jersey. You can also find more religiously affiliated schools in New Jersey.

The catholic private preschools in New Jersey include Academy Of Our Lady At St. Catharine, Aquinas Academy, and Holy Cross Academy.

The average tuition cost is $7,611, which is lower than the New Jersey private preschool average tuition cost of $14,255.

Quick Facts (26-27)

# Private Schools: 162
# Students Served: 40,905

Quick Facts (26-27)

# Private Schools: 162
# Students Served: 40,905

Frequently Asked Questions

What are the top ranked catholic private preschools in New Jersey?

The catholic private preschools in New Jersey include Academy Of Our Lady At St. Catharine, Aquinas Academy, and Holy Cross Academy.

How many catholic private preschools are located in New Jersey?

162 catholic private preschools are located in New Jersey.

How much do catholic private preschools cost in New Jersey?

The average tuition cost is $7,611, which is lower than the New Jersey private school average tuition cost of $14,255.

How diverse are catholic private preschools in New Jersey?

New Jersey catholic private preschools are approximately 35% minority students, which is lower than the New Jersey private school average of 40%.

New Jersey Catholic Private Preschools Trends

162

Private Schools

40,905

Students

$7,611

Avg. Tuition

35%

Students of Color

15:1

Student-Teacher Ratio

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