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Best Rumson Private Schools (2025-26)

For the 2025-26 school year, there are 2 private schools serving 646 students in Rumson, NJ (there are 3 public schools, serving 1,768 public students). 27% of all K-12 students in Rumson, NJ are educated in private schools (compared to the NJ state average of 14%).
The top ranked private schools in Rumson, NJ include Holy Cross Academy and The Rumson Country Day School.
The average acceptance rate is 80%, which is higher than the New Jersey private school average acceptance rate of 77%.
50% of private schools in Rumson, NJ are religiously affiliated (most commonly Catholic).

Top Ranked Rumson Private Schools (2025-26)

School
Location
Quick Facts
Holy Cross Academy
Holy Cross Academy Photo
(Catholic)
(1)
40 Rumson Road
Rumson, NJ 07760
(732) 708-3113
Gr: NS-8 | 268 students Avg. class size: 15 students Sports: 10 | Extracurrculars: 11 Tuition & acceptance rate listed
35 Bellevue Avenue
Rumson, NJ 07760
(732) 842-0527
Gr: PK-8 | 378 students Avg. class size: 14 students Sports: 12 | Extracurrculars: 3 Tuition & acceptance rate listed

Frequently Asked Questions

What are the top ranked private schools in Rumson, NJ?
The top ranked private schools in Rumson, NJ include Holy Cross Academy and The Rumson Country Day School.
How many private schools are located in Rumson?
2 private schools are located in Rumson.
What percentage of students in Rumson go to private school?
27% of all K-12 students in Rumson are educated in private schools (compared to the NJ state average of 14%).
What percentage of private schools are religiously affiliated in Rumson?
50% of private schools in Rumson are religiously affiliated (most commonly Catholic).

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