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Largest New Jersey Private High Schools

The average private high school in New Jersey has 233 students (2026).

The largest private high school in New Jersey is Paramus Catholic High School, with 1,353 students.

Quick Facts (2026)

# NJ Schools Ranked: 321
Top 20 Range (Students): 751–1,353
NJ School Avg.: 233
National School Avg.: 244

Quick Facts (2026)

# NJ Schools Ranked: 321
Top 20 Range (Students): 751–1,353
NJ School Avg.: 233
National School Avg.: 244

New Jersey Average Students Per School (Trends)

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Year	New Jersey (NJ) avg
2025	234
2024	231
2023	238
2022	229
2021	223
2020	215
2019	237
2018	243
2017	251
2016	248
2015	232

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Show school map — New Jersey (students range: 751–1,353, avg 233)

School Size Range: 613 1,353 Avg. School Size: 811

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the New Jersey average private high schools student size?

The New Jersey average private high schools student size is 233 for 2026.

What are the private high schools with the largest student size in New Jersey?

The top ranked private high schools in New Jersey include Paramus Catholic High School, The Pingry School and The Montclair Kimberley Academy.

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