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Best 08873 New Jersey Private High Schools (2026-27)

For the 2026-27 school year, there are 6 private high schools serving 1,139 students in 08873, NJ.
The top ranked private high schools in 08873, NJ include Rutgers Preparatory School and Elite Preparatory Academy.
The average acceptance rate is 83%, which is higher than the New Jersey private high school average acceptance rate of 73%.
17% of private high schools in 08873, NJ are religiously affiliated (most commonly Baptist).

Quick Facts (2026-27)

  • # Private Schools: 6
  • # Students Served: 1,139
  • Average Tuition: $26,095
  • Acceptance Rate: 83%
  • Average Class Size: 9 students
  • % Students of Color: 67%
  • View 08873 New Jersey School Trends

Quick Facts (2026-27)

  • # Private Schools: 6
  • # Students Served: 1,139
  • Average Tuition: $26,095
  • Acceptance Rate: 83%
  • Average Class Size: 9 students
  • % Students of Color: 67%
  • View 08873 New Jersey School Trends

Top Ranked 08873 New Jersey Private High Schools (2026-27)

Rutgers Preparatory School Photo
Rutgers Preparatory School
Gr: PK-12 | 640 students
Sports: 11
1345 Easton Ave
Somerset, NJ 08873
(732) 545-5600
(2)
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The Center School
Gr: K-12 | 101 students
Avg. class size: 6 students
Sports: 5 | Extracurriculars: 13
Special Education School
2 Riverview Drive
Somerset, NJ 08873
(908) 253-3870
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Elite Preparatory Academy
Gr: PK-12 | 199 students
Avg. class size: 10 students
Sports: 6
17 Schoolhouse Rd
Somerset, NJ 08873
(732) 397-7988
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New Road School Of Somerset
Gr: 7-12 | 72 students
Avg. class size: 10 students
Sports: 3
Special Education School
2200 Cottontail Lane
Somerset, NJ 08873
(732) 271-5775
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Oak Crest Day Camp
Gr: PK-9 | 60 students
Sports: 19
92 Cortelyou Lane
Somerset, NJ 08873
(732) 297-2000
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Somerset Bible Baptist Christian Ac
Gr: K-12 | 67 students
Baptist
42 Cedar Grove Ln
Somerset, NJ 08873
(732) 805-9377
(2)
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08873, New Jersey Private High Schools (Closed)

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Community Christian Academy & Preschool
Gr: PK-2 | 62 students
Avg. class size: 12 students
Christian
211 Demott Ln
Somerset, NJ 08873
(732) 246-9383
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Grace Montessori School
Gr: PK-K | 9 students
Montessori School
1075 Easton Ave Ste 20
Somerset, NJ 08873
(732) 565-0288
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KinderCare at Somerset
Gr: NS-PK
Daycare / Preschool
435 DeMott Lane
Somerset, NJ 08873
(732) 873-0176
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Frequently Asked Questions

What are the top ranked private high schools in 08873, NJ?
The top ranked private high schools in 08873, NJ include Rutgers Preparatory School and Elite Preparatory Academy.
How many private high schools are located in 08873?
6 private high schools are located in 08873.
How diverse are private high schools in 08873?
08873 private high schools are approximately 67% minority students, which is higher than the New Jersey private school average of 39%.
What percentage of private high schools are religiously affiliated in 08873?
17% of private high schools in 08873 are religiously affiliated (most commonly Baptist).

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