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07036 New Jersey Private Schools

For the 2026-27 school year, there are 4 private schools serving 743 students in 07036, NJ (there are 12 public schools, serving 6,582 public students). 10% of all K-12 students in 07036, NJ are educated in private schools (compared to the NJ state average of 14%).
The top ranked private schools in 07036, NJ include St. John The Apostle School and St. Theresa Of The Child Jesus School.
The average acceptance rate is 95%, which is higher than the New Jersey private school average acceptance rate of 82%.
75% of private schools in 07036, NJ are religiously affiliated (most commonly Catholic and Christian).

Quick Facts (26-27)

Quick Facts (26-27)

Top Ranked 07036 New Jersey Private Schools (2026-27)

Map of St. John The Apostle School
St. John The Apostle School
Gr: PK-8 | 439 students
Catholic
1805 Penbrook Ter
Linden, NJ 07036
(908) 486-6363
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Map of St. Theresa Of The Child Jesus School
St. Theresa Of The Child Jesus School
Gr: K-8 | 150 students
Catholic
705 Clinton Street
Linden, NJ 07036
(908) 862-1619
(3)
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Map of Sinai Christian Academy
Sinai Christian Academy
Gr: PK-12 | 110 students
Avg. class size: 12 students
Montessori School (Christian)
2301 Grier Ave
Linden, NJ 07036
(908) 486-2006
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Map of Sunshine Academy
Sunshine Academy
Gr: PK-K | 44 students
Daycare / Preschool
600 N Wood Ave
Linden, NJ 07036
(908) 486-6161
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Frequently Asked Questions

What are the top ranked private schools in 07036, NJ?
The top ranked private schools in 07036, NJ include St. John The Apostle School and St. Theresa Of The Child Jesus School.
How many private schools are located in 07036?
4 private schools are located in 07036.
What percentage of students in 07036 go to private school?
10% of all K-12 students in 07036 are educated in private schools (compared to the NJ state average of 14%).
What percentage of private schools are religiously affiliated in 07036?
75% of private schools in 07036 are religiously affiliated (most commonly Catholic and Christian).

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