Rutgers Preparatory School
Quick Stats (2023)
- Top Ranked NJ School
- Grades: Prekindergarten-12
- Enrollment: 640 students
- Application Deadline: None / Rolling
- Source: Verified school update
Top Rankings
Rutgers Preparatory School ranks among the top 20% of private schools in New Jersey for:
School Overview
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Academics and Faculty
Tuition and Acceptance Rate
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School Notes
- Rutgers Preparatory School, founded in 1766, is a pre-kindergarten through twelfth grade co-educational independent day school. The School environment is enriched by students who come from a variety of geographic, economic and ethnic backgrounds. Our motto "Severa res est verum gaudium" (Hard work is true joy) expresses our desire that students will develop a positive attitude toward learning and that they will be rewarded with a strong sense of achievement. The School values intellectual curiosity and personal integrity, seeking to stimulate their development at every level. We emphasize a strong academic program, creative problem solving, cooperation and group interaction, appreciation of culture and beauty, and healthy emotional and physical growth. We believe that our students grow and learn best in an environment of trust, cooperation and open communication. The educational experience of each individual student is most successful when students, parents, faculty and administration together support the School's aims and values.
Frequently Asked Questions
What sports does Rutgers Preparatory School offer?
Rutgers Preparatory School offers 11 interscholastic sports: Baseball, Basketball, Cross Country, Golf, Lacrosse, Soccer, Softball, Swimming, Tennis, Volleyball and Wrestling.
What is Rutgers Preparatory School's ranking?
Rutgers Preparatory School ranks among the top 20% of private schools in New Jersey for: Largest student body and Oldest founding date.
When is the application deadline for Rutgers Preparatory School?
The application deadline for Rutgers Preparatory School is rolling (applications are reviewed as they are received year-round).
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