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Best 07079 New Jersey Private Schools

For the 2026-27 school year, there are 4 private schools serving 501 students in 07079, NJ (there are 5 public schools, serving 2,147 public students). 19% of all K-12 students in 07079, NJ are educated in private schools (compared to the NJ state average of 14%).
The top ranked private schools in 07079, NJ include South Orange Country Day School, Weekday School, and Our Lady Of Sorrows School.
50% of private schools in 07079, NJ are religiously affiliated (most commonly Jewish and Catholic).

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Top Ranked 07079 New Jersey Private Schools (2026-27)

Map of Our Lady Of Sorrows School
Our Lady Of Sorrows School
Gr: PK-8 | 305 students
Avg. class size: 20 students
Catholic
172 Academy St
South Orange, NJ 07079
(973) 762-5169
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Map of South Orange Country Day School
South Orange Country Day School
Gr: PK-K | 79 students
Avg. class size: 15 students
Montessori School
461 Vose Ave
South Orange, NJ 07079
(973) 762-6451
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Map of Weekday School
Weekday School
Gr: NS-5 | 26 students
Avg. class size: 9 students
111 Irvington Ave.
South Orange, NJ 07079
(973) 617-1877
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Map of Beth Elementary Preschool Kindergarten
Beth Elementary Preschool Kindergarten
Gr: NS-PK | 91 students
Daycare / Preschool (Jewish)
222 Irvington Avenue
South Orange, NJ 07079
(973) 763-0113
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Frequently Asked Questions

What are the top ranked private schools in 07079, NJ?
The top ranked private schools in 07079, NJ include South Orange Country Day School, Weekday School, and Our Lady Of Sorrows School.
How many private schools are located in 07079?
4 private schools are located in 07079.
What percentage of students in 07079 go to private school?
19% of all K-12 students in 07079 are educated in private schools (compared to the NJ state average of 14%).
What percentage of private schools are religiously affiliated in 07079?
50% of private schools in 07079 are religiously affiliated (most commonly Jewish and Catholic).

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