Founded in 1861, The Pingry School is an independent, co-educational, college preparatory day school for students in kindergarten through the twelfth grade.
The mission of The Pingry School is to foster in students a lifelong commitment to intellectual exploration, individual growth, and social responsibility by inspiring and supporting them to strive for academic and personal excellence within an ethical framework that places the highest value on honor and respect for others.
Quick Stats (2023-24)
- Top Ranked NJ School
- Grades: Kindergarten-12
- Enrollment: 1,129 students
- Acceptance rate: 30%
- Average class size: 14 students
- Application Deadline: Dec. 20
- Source: Verified school update
Top Rankings
The Pingry School ranks among the top 20% of private schools in New Jersey for:
Category
Attribute
Acceptance Rate
Student Body
AP Courses
Sports offered
School History
School Overview
School Membership(s)School Assoc.
Religious Affiliation
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-12
Year Founded
1861
Summer School Offered
Yes
School Calendar
Student Body
Total Students
1,129 students
Student Body Type
Co-ed
% Students of Color
18%
State avg.: 40%
Students by Grade

Academics and Faculty
Total Classroom Teachers
180 teachers
Student : Teacher Ratio
6:1
National avg.: 13:1
% Faculty w/Advanced Degree
68%
Average Class Size
14 students
Number of AP Courses
18 courses
List of Courses Offered
Matriculation DataMatric. Data
Classroom Dress Code
Casual
Tuition and Acceptance Rate
Admission Deadline
Dec. 20
Tuition Notes
Tuition ranges from $33,748 - $39,523. Need based financial assistance is available to students in K-12. Over $6 Million was awarded for 2017-18.
% on Financial Aid
16%
Average Financial Aid Grant
$30,000
Acceptance Rate
30%
National avg.: 85%
Admissions Director
Allison C. Brunhouse
Endowment Size
$90.6 million
Sports
Total Sports Offered
19 sports
Sports
Source: Verified school update
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the acceptance rate of The Pingry School?
The acceptance rate of The Pingry School is 30%, which is lower than the national average of 80%. The Pingry School's acceptance rate is ranked among the top private schools in New Jersey with low acceptance rates.
What sports does The Pingry School offer?
The Pingry School offers 19 interscholastic sports: Baseball, Basketball, Cross Country, Dance, Fencing, Field Hockey, Football, Golf, Ice Hockey, Lacrosse, Soccer, Softball, Squash, Swimming, Tennis, Track and Field, Water Polo, Winter Track and Wrestling. The Pingry School is ranked as one of the top 20% of private schools in New Jersey for most sports offered.
What is The Pingry School's ranking?
The Pingry School ranks among the top 20% of private schools in New Jersey for: Lowest average acceptance rates, Largest student body, Most AP courses offered, Most sports offered and Oldest founding date.
When is the application deadline for The Pingry School?
The application deadline for The Pingry School is Dec. 20.
School Reviews
5 5/17/2016
I have been a student at the school for 12 years now, and will be entering my senior year. Looking back, I can honestly say Pingry has made me a better person in all areas of my life, from academics, to athletics, and even socially. The Honor Code here is great, and I can leave my stuff anywhere in the school knowing that no one will take it or move it. Dress code is a little bit of a sore subject, but other than that the administration is overall pretty good. Academically, Pingry is definitely the best in the area. Places like Newark Academy and Kent Place are also good, but from what I''ve heard from my friends, nowhere near as formative and engaging. You don't just memorize facts here; you really learn how to learn and how to think, especially in English. The lab facilities in the Bio wing are unsurpassed by ANY school, and are actually competitive with some small colleges. With the teachers and equipment here, your child could be doing actual RESEARCH here as soon as sophmore year. That being said, you get what you put in here. I''ve been in almost all honors/AP classes here my whole life, and have really pushed myself. Only certified geniuses (and believe me we have some of those) can get A's here without working hard. Sometimes the workload can feel soul-crushing, but the pay-off is usually really good. I''ve gotten 5's on all my AP's so far (Both Englishes, US History, and AB Calc), and a 34 on my ACT. Because of Pingry, I have a good chance at schools like Duke and Georgetown, maybe even Stanford. Athletics are also great, and are even competitive with large public schools (in most sports). Soccer is particarly amazing; 3 kids in my grade are already committed to Yale for soccer. Personally, my lacrosse team is County and Group I finalist 2 years in a row. Finally, the tuition is VERY high, but you really get what you pay for as long as your child is proactive, and even if, like me, they aren't a natural genius.
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