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 (2024)
- Top Ranked NJ School
- Grades: Kindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 288 students
- Application Deadline: None / Rolling
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES)
Top Rankings
The Pingry Lower School ranks among the top 20% of private schools in New Jersey for:
Category
Attribute
Student Body
School Overview
School Membership(s)School Assoc.
Religious Affiliation
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
Student Body
Total Students
288 students
Student Body Type
Co-ed
% Students of Color
50%
State avg.: 40%
Students 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
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES)
Frequently Asked Questions
What schools are The Pingry Lower School often compared to?
The Pingry Lower Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Far Brook School by visitors of our site.
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).
School Calendar
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Event
Date
School Offices Closed | School Closed (BC) | US Athletics May Continue
August 30, 2024 (Friday)
Labor Day | School Closed (BC) | US Athletics May Continue
September 02, 2024 (Monday)
First Day of School (BC)
September 04, 2024 (Wednesday)
Rosh Hashanah | School Closed (BC) | No School Activities
October 03, 2024 (Thursday)
Yom Kippur Ends | School Closed (BC) | No School Activities
October 12, 2024 (Saturday)
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The nearest high school to The Pingry Lower School is Kent Place School (2.1 miles away)
The nearest elementary school is The Montessori Childrens Academy (0.5 miles away)
The nearest preschool is Far Brook School (1.1 miles away)
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