Weekday School

111 Irvington Ave. South Orange, NJ 07079
www.wkdschool.org

Quick Facts (2026-27)

  • Top Ranked NJ School
  • Grades: Nursery/Preschool-5
  • Enrollment: 26 students
  • Yearly Tuition: $19,995
  • Average class size: 9 students
  • Application Deadline: None / Rolling
  • Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES)

About the School

  • The mission of Weekday School is to inspire a passion for learning through a progressive approach to education that values intellectual pursuit, creativity, diversity and community involvement.
  • We are a racially diverse private school that offers multi-age classrooms and individualized learning for each child.

Quick Facts (2026-27)

  • Top Ranked NJ School
  • Grades: Nursery/Preschool-5
  • Enrollment: 26 students
  • Yearly Tuition: $19,995
  • Average class size: 9 students
  • Application Deadline: None / Rolling
  • Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES)

School Rankings

Weekday School ranks among the top 20% of private schools in New Jersey for:

Category
Attribute
School History

School Facts

Grades Offered
Grades Nursery/Preschool-5
Students By Grade
Year Founded
1928
School Calendar

Student Body

Total Students
26 students
Student Body Type
Co-ed

Academics & Faculty

Total Classroom Teachers
3 teachers
Student-Teacher Ratio
9:1
National avg.: 11:1
Average Class Size
9 students

Tuition & Acceptance Rate

Admission Deadline
None / Rolling
Yearly Tuition Cost
Tuition Notes
$20,986 (Full Day Program)
% on Financial Aid
8%
Average Financial Aid Grant
$4,000
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School Notes

  • At Weekday, we believe children learn by doing: by constructing knowledge; by collaborating, and by engaging as citizens to promote social justice and democracy within the school and the world beyond it. Our teachers and students work together to create a dynamic learning community grounded in cycles of inquiry and action.
  • We believe that the purpose of education is for students to develop their critical thinking skills and to become thoughtful participating citizens in their communities. We believe that when children feel supported, respected, and that their intellectual and emotional lives are being heard, they rise up and meet potential that exceeds all expectations. When placed in the right environment, with engaging and thought-provoking curriculum, it is amazing what children can accomplish!
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES)

Frequently Asked Questions

How much does Weekday School cost?
Weekday School's tuition is approximately $19,995 for private students.
What schools are Weekday School often compared to?
Weekday School is often viewed alongside schools like South Orange Country Day School by visitors of our site.
What is Weekday School's ranking?
Weekday School ranks among the top 20% of private schools in New Jersey for: Oldest founding date.
When is the application deadline for Weekday School?
The application deadline for Weekday School is rolling (applications are reviewed as they are received year-round).

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The average private school tuition in Essex County, NJ is $21,285 for elementary schools and $24,176 for high schools (read more about average private school tuition across the country).
The average acceptance rate in Essex County, NJ is 70% (read more about average acceptance rates across the country).

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