Best Plainfield Private Schools (2024)

For the 2024 school year, there are 10 private schools serving 1,241 students in Plainfield, NJ (there are 25 public schools, serving 14,943 public students). 8% of all K-12 students in Plainfield, NJ are educated in private schools (compared to the NJ state average of 14%).
The top ranked private school in Plainfield, NJ is Al-Minhaal Academy.
40% of private schools in Plainfield, NJ are religiously affiliated (most commonly Christian and Catholic).

Top Ranked Plainfield Private Schools (2024)

School
Location
Grades
Students
Al-Minhaal Academy
(Islamic)
(1)
232 E. Front St.
Plainfield, NJ 07060
(908) 500-2706
Grades: NS-12
| 317 students
Christian Children Institute
Daycare / Preschool (Christian)
Po Box 2852 350 Leland Ave
Plainfield, NJ 07062
(908) 756-7562
Grades: PK-K
| 30 students
The Giving Nest Preschool
Daycare / Preschool
300 Clinton Ave
Plainfield, NJ 07063
(908) 754-2060
Grades: PK-K
| 170 students
Growing Tree Preschool Kindergarten
Daycare / Preschool
18 Park Place
Plainfield, NJ 07060
(908) 754-5505
Grades: PK-K
| 44 students
I Am's Temple Christian Academy
(Christian)
620 Ravine Rd
Plainfield, NJ 07062
(908) 753-6222
Grades: K-9
| 118 students
Kings Daughters Day School
Daycare / Preschool
(1)
502 West Front St
Plainfield, NJ 07060
(908) 756-7788
Grades: PK-K
| 153 students
Koinonia Academy
Koinonia Academy Photo - Koinonia Students have recreation on the school's beautiful 11 acre campus.
(Catholic)
(7)
1040 Plainfield Ave
Plainfield, NJ 07060
(908) 668-9002
Grades: PK-12
| 218 students
Phoenix Preschool Of New Jersey
Daycare / Preschool
1345 South Ave
Plainfield, NJ 07062
(908) 412-0312
Grades: PK-K
| 60 students
Sundance School
Alternative School
401 Greenbrook Rd
Plainfield, NJ 07063
(908) 561-5055
Grades: PK-6
| 102 students
Taylor's Learning Center
Daycare / Preschool
624 Somerset Street
Plainfield, NJ 07060
(908) 222-1114
Grades: PK-K
| 29 students
[+] Show Closed Private Schools in Plainfield, New Jersey

Plainfield, New Jersey Private Schools (Closed)

School
Location
Grades
Students
Mcauley School (Closed 2010)
Special Education School
107 Westervelt Ave
Plainfield, NJ 07060
(908) 754-4114
Grades: Inquire with school
| 33 students
Messiah Lutheran School (Closed 2004)
(Lutheran Church Missouri Synod)
630 E Front Street
Plainfield, NJ 07060
(908) 755-8430
Grades: PK-2
| 51 students
101 Westervelt Avenue
Plainfield, NJ 07060
(908) 756-9539
Grades: K-8
| 155 students

Frequently Asked Questions

What are the top ranked private schools in Plainfield, NJ?
The top ranked private schools in Plainfield, NJ is Al-Minhaal Academy.
How many private schools are located in Plainfield, NJ?
10 private schools are located in Plainfield, NJ.
How diverse are private schools in Plainfield, NJ?
Plainfield, NJ private schools are approximately 63% minority students, which is higher than the New Jersey private school average of 40%.
What percentage of students in Plainfield, NJ go to private school?
8% of all K-12 students in Plainfield, NJ are educated in private schools (compared to the NJ state average of 14%).
What percentage of private schools are religiously affiliated in Plainfield, NJ?
40% of private schools in Plainfield, NJ are religiously affiliated (most commonly Christian and Catholic).

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