The Pingry Lower School

The Pingry Lower School serves 288 students in grades Kindergarten-5, is a member of the State or regional independent school association.
The student:teacher of The Pingry Lower School is 8:1 and the school's religious affiliation is Nonsectarian.

Quick Stats (2025)

  • Top Ranked NJ School
  • Grades: Kindergarten-5
  • Enrollment: 288 students
  • Application Deadline: None / Rolling
  • Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES)

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The Pingry Lower School ranks among the top 20% of private schools in New Jersey for:

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School Overview

School Membership(s)School Assoc.
Religious Affiliation
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
First Day of School
Thu. Aug 28, 2025
Last Day of School
Sat. Jun 13, 2026

Student Body

Total Students
288 students
Student Body Type
Co-ed
% Students of Color
50%
State avg.: 39%
Students by Grade
The Pingry Lower School Student By Grade

Academics and Faculty

Total Classroom Teachers
35 teachers
Student : Teacher Ratio
8:1
National avg.: 13:1

Tuition and Acceptance Rate

Admission Deadline
None / Rolling
Tuition Notes
K-5:$44,635 6-8:$50,586 9-12:$52,561
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School Notes

  • Sample of notable school alumni/alumnae:
    • John Doe - Nobel Laureate - 2000 -
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES)

Frequently Asked Questions

What schools are The Pingry Lower School often compared to?
The Pingry Lower School is often viewed alongside schools like Far Brook School by visitors of our site.
Who are famous alumni from The Pingry Lower School?
The Pingry Lower School famous alumni include: John Doe - Nobel Laureate - 2000.
What is The Pingry Lower School's ranking?
The Pingry Lower School ranks among the top 20% of private schools in New Jersey for: Largest student body.
When is the application deadline for The Pingry Lower School?
The application deadline for The Pingry Lower School is rolling (applications are reviewed as they are received year-round).

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Quick Stats (2025)

  • Top Ranked NJ School
  • Grades: Kindergarten-5
  • Enrollment: 288 students
  • Application Deadline: None / Rolling
  • Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES)

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