A traditional Preschool/Child Care Center Established 1951. Summer Months (8 weeks) the program changes to Summer Camp for all students.
Age restricted to Toddlers to K. Garten. 5 + Acres campus with abundant Trees and Natural playground. Experienced Administration and Staff.
Quick Facts (2026)
- Top-Ranked NJ School
- School Type: Early Childhood / Day Care
- Grades: Prekindergarten-Kindergarten
- Enrollment: 72 students
- Acceptance rate: 95%
- Average class size: 14 students
- Application Deadline: None / Rolling
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES)
Top Rankings
Saddle Acres School-Upper Saddle River ranks among the top 20% of private schools in New Jersey for:
Category
Attribute
School History
School Overview
School Type
Religious Affiliation
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-Kindergarten
Year Founded
1951
Summer School Offered
Yes
Student Body
Total Students
72 students
Student Body Type
Co-ed
% Students of Color
4%
State avg.: 40%
Students by Grade
Academics and Faculty
Total Classroom Teachers
12 teachers
Student-Teacher Ratio
6:1
National avg.: 13:1
% Faculty w/Advanced Degree
14%
Average Class Size
14 students
Matriculation DataMatric. Data
Tuition and Acceptance Rate
Admission Deadline
None / Rolling
Tuition Notes
Tuition costs varies with program, extended hours, summer camp,etc...
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Acceptance Rate
95%
National avg.: 82%
Admissions Director
Mary Woska
Admissions Associate
Christine Tashjian
School Notes
- * Traditional preschool/Child care Center Established 1951 * Preschoolers and Toddlers Summer Camp during Summer Months * 5+ acres of green woods and Natural Playground * Experienced Administration and Staff * Flexible programs/Hours
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES)
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the acceptance rate of Saddle Acres School-Upper Saddle River?
The acceptance rate of Saddle Acres School-Upper Saddle River is 95%, which is higher than the national average of 78%.
What is Saddle Acres School-Upper Saddle River's ranking?
Saddle Acres School-Upper Saddle River ranks among the top 20% of private schools in New Jersey for: Oldest founding date.
When is the application deadline for Saddle Acres School-Upper Saddle River?
The application deadline for Saddle Acres School-Upper Saddle River is rolling (applications are reviewed as they are received year-round).
Nearby Private Schools
The nearest high school to Saddle Acres School-Upper Saddle River is Don Bosco Preparatory High School (1.4 miles away)
The nearest elementary school is Oneschool Global: New York (2.2 miles away)
The nearest preschool is Tutor Time Child Care Learning Center (1.1 miles away)
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Quick Facts
Tutor Time Child Care Learning Center
Daycare / Preschool
160 Franklin Turnpike
Ramsey, NJ 07446
(201) 327-0800
Ramsey, NJ 07446
(201) 327-0800
1.1 miles
Gr: PK-K | 109 students
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Daycare / Preschool
150 Hilltop Road
Ramsey, NJ 07446
(201) 825-2141
Ramsey, NJ 07446
(201) 825-2141
1.3 miles
Gr: K | 10 students
Don Bosco Preparatory High School![Don Bosco Preparatory High School Photo - Math classes are required for all four years at the Prep, and students study at the college prep, honors, or advanced placement levels.]( "Don Bosco Preparatory High School Photo - Math classes are required for all four years at the Prep, and students study at the college prep, honors, or advanced placement levels.")
All-boys (Catholic)
492 N. Franklin Turnpike
Ramsey, NJ 07446
(201) 337-8003
Ramsey, NJ 07446
(201) 337-8003
1.4 miles
Gr: 9-12 | 803 students Avg. class size: 21 students Sports: 21 | Extracurrculars: 69 Tuition & acceptance rate listed
The Upper Saddle River Children's Academy
Alternative School
500 E Saddle River Rd
Saddle River, NJ 07458
(201) 995-0001
Saddle River, NJ 07458
(201) 995-0001
1.5 miles
Gr: PK-K | 127 students
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