Peddie School (Top Ranked Private School for 2026)

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Quick Facts (2026)

Top Ranked NJ School
Grades: 9-12
Enrollment: 532 students
Yearly Tuition: $58,100
Acceptance rate: 22%
Average class size: 12 students
Application Deadline: Jan. 15 / rolling
Source: ✓Verified school update

School Rankings

Peddie School ranks among the top 20% of private schools in New Jersey for:

School Facts

School Membership(s)School Assoc.

National Association of Independent Schools (NAIS)
The Association of Boarding Schools (TABS)
Middle States Association of Colleges and Secondary Schools
New Jersey Association of Independent Schools

Religious Affiliation

Nonsectarian

Grades Offered

Grades 9-12

Students By Grade

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Distribution of Students By Grade
Grade	Peddie School
9	121
10	133
11	143
12	135

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Offers Post-Graduate Year

Yes

ADD/ADHD Support

Yes

Year Founded

1864

Colors

Blue, Gold

Summer School Offered

Yes

School Calendar

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Student Body

Total Students

532 students

Student Body Type

Co-ed

% Students of Color

56%

State avg.: 40%

Academics & Faculty

Total Classroom Teachers

83 teachers

Student-Teacher Ratio

6:1

National avg.: 11:1

% Faculty w/Advanced Degree

73%

Average Class Size

12 students

Number of AP Courses

18 courses

List of Courses Offered

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Advanced Courses

Art HistoryBiology

Calculus ABCalculus BC

ChemistryChinese

English LiteratureEnvironmental Science

European HistoryFrench Language

Latin: VergilMusic Theory

PsychologySpanish Language

StatisticsStudio Art

US GovernmentUS History

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Average SAT score

1310

(Out of 1600)

Average ACT score

(Out of 36)

Matriculation DataMatric. Data

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Classroom Dress Code

Casual

Tuition & Acceptance Rate

Admission Deadline

Jan. 15 / rolling

Yearly Tuition Cost

$58,100

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Tuition Notes

2017-18 cost for boarding tution. Day tuition is $48,800.

% on Financial Aid

40%

Acceptance Rate

22%

National avg.: 82%

Admissions Director

Molly Dunne

Endowment Size

$297 million

Sports

Total Sports Offered

15 sports

Sports

Track and FieldWinter Track

Wrestling

Extracurriculars

Total ExtracurricularsTotal Extra-curric.

44 extracurriculars

ExtracurricularsExtra-curric.

Club or Organization:

Amnesty InternationalAmphion

Best BuddiesBetter Beginnings

Book ClubChinese Culture

Christian FellowshipCraft Club

Creative Writing ClubCurrent Events Club

Debate ClubDrama Club

DynastyEnvironmental Club

Fashion ClubFrench Club

Gender and Sexuality AlliancesGirls Who Code

Gold KeyInternational Student Organization

Jewish Heritage ClubJunior State of America

Mock TrialModel UN

Multicultural AllianceParikrma Club

Peddie Beekeeping ClubPeddie ESL

Peddie Math ClubPeddie News

Peddie Student AmbassadorsPoetry Out Loud

Project UNIFYREALMS

Red Cross ClubSpanish Club

Students Supporting Veterans ClubThe Daily Dose

Ultimate ClubUnited Desi Students

YearbookYoung Democrats Club

Young EntrepreneursYoung Feminists

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School Notes

Peddie is an independent, coeducational, college-preparatory school for students in grades 9 through post-graduate.
Peddie provides a rigorous academic and extracurricular experience both inside and outside the classroom, focusing on preparing students for a lifetime of learning, citizenship, continual growth and opportunity.
With a beautiful campus in Hightstown, NJ, and a distinguished history dating back to 1864, the school prides itself on a curriculum that balances tradition with innovation in a genuinely supportive community atmosphere.

Peddie is an independent, coeducational, college-preparatory school for students in grades 9through post-graduate. Peddie provides a rigorous academic and extracurricular experience bothinside and outside the classroom, focusing on preparing students for a lifetime of learning,citizenship, continual growth and opportunity. With a beautiful campus in Hightstown, NJ, and adistinguished history dating back to 1864, the school prides itself on a curriculum that balancestradition with innovation in a genuinely supportive community atmosphere.
Rigorous Academics
With an average class size of 12 and a student-to-faculty ratio of 6:1, Peddie`s rigorous andinnovative academic program continues to evolve to meet the demands of an ever-changingworld. Peddie`s Research Science program, which combines course work with "real world"summer laboratory experience, and its Asian Studies program, which partners with its sisterschool in Shanghai, are among several concentrations available through the Peddie SignatureExperience Program. Other areas of study include art, creative writing and independent study.Students are regularly exposed to off-campus cultural excursions and high-profile guest speakersto enhance their academic experience.
Dynamic Faculty
With a mean of 17 years teaching experience and 86% of teachers holding advanced degrees,Peddie's faculty is recognized for encouraging and inspiring bright and enthusiastic students toreach for new levels of achievement. With enthusiasm, humor and patience, the Peddie facultychallenges students to reach beyond their expectations and to define success by the progress theymake.
Technology
Peddie has long been committed to using technology to enhance learning. This year, the schoolcompleted construction of the Digital Fabrication Lab, a 3400-square-foot building that housesan engineering lab with advanced fabrication capabilities including a CNC mill, CNC laser, 3Dprinter and a robotics studio. Every classroom is equipped with an interactive television orwhiteboard, and laptop computers are provided to all students and are used in every disciplineacross Peddie`s curriculum.
Supportive Community
Peddie is a boarding and day school, with 62% of students and 90% of faculty residing oncampus. Peddie provides a distinctive educational experience in which all students participate ina dynamic and diverse community, exploring new ideas, accepting challenges, assumingresponsibility and ultimately and most importantly learning to live independently. In thisboarding school environment, students are prepared for the rigors and rewards of college and areinspired to strive for the highest quality of citizenship.
College Preparation
Most Peddie students attend selective colleges and universities. The College Counseling Officetakes a highly personalized approach to educate students and families about the college process.Students and their families work closely with their counselors to develop a self-awareness thatguides each student to find his or her best fit.
Athletics
At Peddie, athletics are considered an extension of the classroom, and all students are required toenroll in physical activity classes and to join its 17 sports and 56 athletic teams. Throughparticipation in sports, students learn sportsmanship, discipline, personal integrity, teamwork,time management and perseverance: qualities that will assist them in achieving successthroughout their lives. Peddie offers its students access to newly-renovated athletic facilities,including a 35m pool, an 18-hole golf course, a boat house, a state-of-the-art fitness center,indoor and outdoor tracks and more.
Arts
On the stage and in studio classrooms and rehearsal halls, promising young artists learn to tapinto their imaginations, to problem-solve, and to communicate in new ways. During the classday, more than 300 Peddie students take part in a diverse menu of electives in music, theater andvisual arts. Outside of the classroom, students have opportunities to attend and perform in a widevariety of on- and off-campus arts events. Students at Peddie acquire essential skills, vocabularyand perspective that will shape them into more appreciative and better-informed citizens,sensitive to the cultural landscape they inhabit.

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Frequently Asked Questions

How much does Peddie School cost?

Peddie School's tuition is approximately $58,100 for private students.

What is the acceptance rate of Peddie School?

The acceptance rate of Peddie School is 22%, which is lower than the national average of 78%. Peddie School's acceptance rate is ranked among the top private schools in New Jersey with low acceptance rates.

What sports does Peddie School offer?

Peddie School offers 15 interscholastic sports: Baseball, Basketball, Crew, Cross Country, Field Hockey, Football, Golf, Lacrosse, Soccer, Softball, Swimming, Tennis, Track and Field, Winter Track and Wrestling. Peddie School is ranked as one of the top 20% of private schools in New Jersey for most sports offered.

What is Peddie School's ranking?

Peddie School ranks among the top 20% of private schools in New Jersey for: Lowest average acceptance rates, Largest student body, Most AP courses offered, Most sports offered, Most extracurriculars offered, Oldest founding date and Largest endowments.

When is the application deadline for Peddie School?

The application deadline for Peddie School is Jan. 15 / rolling (applications are due on Jan. 15 but additional applications are reviewed year-round as space permits ).

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Did You Know?

The average private school tuition in Mercer County, NJ is $32,973 for elementary schools and $42,898 for high schools (read more about average private school tuition across the country).

The average acceptance rate in Mercer County, NJ is 68% (read more about average acceptance rates across the country).