Seton Hall Prep is a private boys high school (grades 9-12) of the Archdiocese of Newark.
Founded in 1856, Seton Hall is the oldest Catholic college preparatory school in New Jersey.
The Prep provides an academically demanding environment to approximately 900 young men from a diverse spectrum of over 120 towns in the northern part of New Jersey.
SHP takes as its mission the development of the whole man—spiritual, intellectual, social and physical.
The Prep community proceeds from a belief that growth as a whole person is not limited to secular knowledge but involves the spiritual fulfillment that has been a central concern in its educational tradition.
In as much as such growth and maturity are rooted in personal and social responsibility, a code of conduct and expectations is in place to guide the student community in their daily activities.
Consequent to its Catholic identity, SHP seeks to foster an ecumenical and diverse community, faithful to a Judeo-Christian heritage.
Quick Stats (2025)
- Top Ranked NJ School
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 976 students
- Application Deadline: None / Rolling
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES)
Top Rankings
Seton Hall Preparatory School ranks among the top 20% of private schools in New Jersey for:
School Overview
School Membership(s)School Assoc.
Religious Affiliation
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
Year Founded
1856
School Mascot
Piracy
Student Body
Total Students
976 students
Student Body Type
% Students of Color
31%
State avg.: 39%
Students by Grade

Academics and Faculty
Total Classroom Teachers
74 teachers
Student : Teacher Ratio
13:1
National avg.: 13:1
School Colors
White, Blue, Royal blue
Tuition and Acceptance Rate
Admission Deadline
None / Rolling
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES)
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Seton Hall Preparatory School's ranking?
Seton Hall 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 Seton Hall Preparatory School?
The application deadline for Seton Hall Preparatory School is rolling (applications are reviewed as they are received year-round).
School Calendar
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Event
Date
Last Day of School
June 09, 2025 (Monday)
School Closed - Juneteenth
June 20, 2025 (Friday)
School Closed: Labor Day Weekend
August 29, 2025 (Friday)
School Closed: Labor Day
September 01, 2025 (Monday)
First Day of School - Special Mass Schedule
September 03, 2025 (Wednesday)
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