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Best 07981 New Jersey Private Schools (2026-27)

For the 2026-27 school year, there are 7 private schools serving 479 students in 07981, NJ (there are 4 public schools, serving 1,542 public students). 24% of all K-12 students in 07981, NJ are educated in private schools (compared to the NJ state average of 14%).
29% of private schools in 07981, NJ are religiously affiliated (most commonly Catholic and Christian).

Quick Facts (2026-27)

Quick Facts (2026-27)

Private Schools in 07981, NJ (2026-27)

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The Calais School
Gr: K-12 | 88 students
Avg. class size: 8 students
Sports: 3 | Extracurriculars: 8
Special Education School
45 Highland Ave
Whippany, NJ 07981
(973) 884-2030
(1)
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Winston Preparatory School New Jersey Photo
Winston Preparatory School New Jersey
Gr: 4-12
Sports: 6
Special Education School
901 Route 10 East
Whippany, NJ 07981
(973) 500-6480
(1)
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Arrow Academy
Gr: PK-8 | 132 students
Sports: 1 | Extracurriculars: 2
Christian
90 Whippany Rd
Whippany, NJ 07981
(973) 888-2083
(2)
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Map of Discovery Years
Discovery Years
Gr: NS-PK | 36 students
Daycare / Preschool
155 Algonquin Parkway
Whippany, NJ 07981
(973) 515-3654
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Map of Inspire Kids
Inspire Kids
Gr: PK-K | 81 students
Daycare / Preschool
718 State Route 10
Whippany, NJ 07981
(973) 515-5300
(1)
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Map of Our Lady Of Mercy School
Our Lady Of Mercy School
Gr: PK-5 | 142 students
Catholic
90 Whippany Road
Whippany, NJ 07981
(973) 887-2611
(1)
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Whippany KinderCare
Gr: NS-PK
Daycare / Preschool
45 Whippany Rd.
Whippany, NJ 07981
(973) 428-3724
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Frequently Asked Questions

How many private schools are located in 07981, NJ?
7 private schools are located in 07981, NJ.
How diverse are private schools in 07981?
07981 private schools are approximately 40% minority students, which is same as the New Jersey private school average of 40%.
What percentage of students in 07981 go to private school?
24% of all K-12 students in 07981 are educated in private schools (compared to the NJ state average of 14%).
What percentage of private schools are religiously affiliated in 07981?
29% of private schools in 07981 are religiously affiliated (most commonly Catholic and Christian).

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