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Best 07039 New Jersey Private Schools (2026-27)

For the 2026-27 school year, there are 8 private schools serving 1,307 students in 07039, NJ (there are 9 public schools, serving 6,352 public students). 17% of all K-12 students in 07039, NJ are educated in private schools (compared to the NJ state average of 14%).
The top ranked private schools in 07039, NJ include Joseph Kushner Hebrew Academy Rae Kushner Yeshiva, Newark Academy, and Aquinas Academy.
The average acceptance rate is 72%, which is lower than the New Jersey private school average acceptance rate of 78%.
38% of private schools in 07039, NJ are religiously affiliated (most commonly Jewish and Catholic).

Quick Facts (2026-27)

  • # Private Schools: 8
  • # Students Served: 1,307
  • Average Tuition: $31,700
  • Acceptance Rate: 72%
  • Average Class Size: 12 students
  • % Students of Color: 39%
  • View 07039 New Jersey School Trends

Quick Facts (2026-27)

  • # Private Schools: 8
  • # Students Served: 1,307
  • Average Tuition: $31,700
  • Acceptance Rate: 72%
  • Average Class Size: 12 students
  • % Students of Color: 39%
  • View 07039 New Jersey School Trends

Top Ranked 07039 New Jersey Private Schools (2026-27)

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Aquinas Academy
Gr: NS-8 | 248 students
Avg. class size: 15 students
Sports: 2 | Extracurriculars: 3
Catholic
388 South Livingston Avenue
Livingston, NJ 07039
(973) 992-1587
(1)
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Map of Joseph Kushner Hebrew Academy Rae Kushner Yeshiva
Joseph Kushner Hebrew Academy Rae Kushner Yeshiva
Gr: PK-12 | 751 students
Jewish
110 S Orange Avenue
Livingston, NJ 07039
(862) 437-8100
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Newark Academy
Gr: 6-12
Avg. class size: 14 students
Sports: 19
91 South Orange Avenue
Livingston, NJ 07039
(973) 992-7000
(3)
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Academy360 Upper School
Gr: 9-12 | 144 students
Special Education School
6 Regent St
Livingston, NJ 07039
(973) 509-3050
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Horizon School
Gr: 1-8 | 54 students
Avg. class size: 10 students
Special Education School
51 Old Road
Livingston, NJ 07039
(973) 740-2353
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Pillar High School (former Horizon High School)
Gr: 8-12 | 77 students
Avg. class size: 8 students
Special Education School
71 Okner Pkwy
Livingston, NJ 07039
(973) 535-1999
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St. Barnabas KinderCare
Gr: NS-PK
Daycare / Preschool
100 Old Short Hills Rd.
Livingston, NJ 07039
(973) 535-3336
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Map of Sinai Elementary At Joseph Kushner Hebrew Academy
Sinai Elementary At Joseph Kushner Hebrew Academy
Gr: 1-8 | 33 students
Special Education School (Jewish)
110 S Orange Ave
Livingston, NJ 07039
(862) 437-8190
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07039, New Jersey Private Schools (Closed)

Map of Jump Emmersion School
Jump Emmersion School
Gr: K-2 | 23 students
Specialized Curriculum
264 W Northfield Rd
Livingston, NJ 07039
(973) 740-0440
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Frequently Asked Questions

What are the top ranked private schools in 07039, NJ?
The top ranked private schools in 07039, NJ include Joseph Kushner Hebrew Academy Rae Kushner Yeshiva, Newark Academy, and Aquinas Academy.
How many private schools are located in 07039?
8 private schools are located in 07039.
How diverse are private schools in 07039?
07039 private schools are approximately 39% minority students, which is lower than the New Jersey private school average of 40%.
What percentage of students in 07039 go to private school?
17% of all K-12 students in 07039 are educated in private schools (compared to the NJ state average of 14%).
What percentage of private schools are religiously affiliated in 07039?
38% of private schools in 07039 are religiously affiliated (most commonly Jewish and Catholic).

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