Top 20 Best Bergen County Private Schools (2024)

For the 2024 school year, there are 170 private schools serving 27,729 students in Bergen County, NJ (there are 290 public schools, serving 136,293 public students). 17% of all K-12 students in Bergen County, NJ are educated in private schools (compared to the NJ state average of 13%).
The top ranked private schools in Bergen County, NJ include Primoris Academy, Noble Leadership Academy and Bergen Catholic High School.
The average tuition cost is $11,031, which is lower than the New Jersey private school average tuition cost of $15,781.
42% of private schools in Bergen County, NJ are religiously affiliated (most commonly Catholic and Jewish).

Top Ranked Bergen County Private Schools (2024)

School
Location
Grades
Students
Barnstable Academy
Barnstable Academy Photo - Pep Rally
(7)
8 Wright Way
Oakland, NJ 07436
(201) 651-0200
Grades: 6-12
| 124 students
Primoris Academy
Primoris Academy Photo - An independent private school located in Westwood, NJ, Primoris Academy is a vibrant and nurturing environment for advanced learners. We strive to create a joyful learning experience that inspires as well as challenges.
(19)
120 Washington Avenue
Westwood, NJ 07675
(201) 722-1000
Grades: PK-12
| n/a students
Bergen County Christian Academy
Bergen County Christian Academy Photo - Bergen County Christian School - Front Entrance
(Baptist)
(1)
15 Conklin Place
Hackensack, NJ 07601
(201) 487-7212
Grades: PK-12
| n/a students
Fusion Academy Englewood
Fusion Academy Englewood Photo - Each Fusion campus has a state-of-the-art music studio with professional-grade tools. Students can explore instruments, vocals, songwriting, DJ performing arts, and more.
Alternative School
10 Sterling Blvd, Suite 201
Englewood, NJ 07631
(877) 673-8893
Grades: 6-12
| n/a students
Academy Of Greatness And Excellence
Academy Of Greatness And Excellence Photo - One of the pillars of the AGE National Elementary Honor Society is Service, and that is what the NEHS students provides at the Woodcrest Healthcare Center. They visit the elderly of our community, and spend quality time with them as they add smiles to their faces.
(Islamic)
(1)
110 Mount Vernon St.
Ridgefield Park, NJ 07660
(201) 836-2555
Grades: PK-12
| 532 students
180 Rodney St
Glen Rock, NJ 07452
(201) 445-0622
Grades: K-9
| 432 students
Academy of Our Lady of Mount Carmel
(Catholic)
10 County Road
Tenafly, NJ 07670
(201) 567-6491
Grades: PK-8
| 229 students
Academy Of The Holy Angels
All-girls (Catholic)
315 Hillside Ave
Demarest, NJ 07627
(201) 768-7822
Grades: 9-12
| 493 students
Anshei Lubavitch Daycare Center
Daycare / Preschool (Jewish)
10-10 Plz Rd
Fair Lawn, NJ 07410
(201) 794-3770
Grades: PK
| 275 students
Assumption Early Childhood Center
Assumption Early Childhood Center Photo - Students are able to work one-on-one with a resource teacher in math, reading, language arts and speech.
Daycare / Preschool (Catholic)
35 Jefferson Ave
Emerson, NJ 07630
(201) 262-0300
Grades: PK-K
| 70 students
Ben Porat Yosef
(Jewish)
E. 243 Frisch Court
Paramus, NJ 07652
(201) 845-5007
Grades: PK-8
| 497 students
Bergen Catholic High School
All-boys (Catholic)
(2)
1040 Oradell Avenue
Oradell, NJ 07649
(201) 261-1844
Grades: 9-12
| 667 students
Christ The Teacher Academy
Christ The Teacher Academy Photo - Students distribute "our school raised trout" as part of the national trout program of the Dept. of NJ Preservation.
(Catholic)
(3)
359 Whiteman St
Fort Lee, NJ 07024
(201) 944-0421
Grades: PK-8
| 323 students
The Community School Inc.
The Community School Inc. Photo - Community High School
Special Education School
1135 Teaneck Rd
Teaneck, NJ 07666
(201) 862-1796
Grades: 3-12
| 246 students
Corpus Christi School
(Catholic)
215 Kipp Avenue
Hasbrouck Heights, NJ 07604
(201) 288-0614
Grades: PK-8
| 410 students
Ctc Academy
Ctc Academy Photo
Special Education School
29-01 Berkshire Rd
Fair Lawn, NJ 07410
(201) 797-7440
Grades: PK
| 48 students
The CTC Academy, Inc. - Oakland Campus
The CTC Academy, Inc. - Oakland Campus Photo
Special Education School
125 Bauer Drive
Oakland, NJ 07436
(201) 612-5677
Grades: 2-12
| n/a students
Don Bosco Preparatory High School
Don Bosco Preparatory High School Photo - Math classes are required for all four years at the Prep, and students study at the college prep, honors, or advanced placement levels.
All-boys (Catholic)
492 N. Franklin Turnpike
Ramsey, NJ 07446
(201) 327-8003
Grades: 9-12
| 790 students
Dwight-englewood School
Dwight-englewood School Photo - Dwight-Englewood is a place where students from pre-K to 12th grade can learn to think critically and develop their skills. Students are encouraged to learn in and outside of the classroom.
(1)
315 E Palisade Avenue
Englewood, NJ 07631
(201) 569-9500
Grades: PK-12
| 1,053 students
25 Baldin Dr
Midland Park, NJ 07432
(201) 445-6150
Grades: PK-2
| 286 students
518 Sicomac Avenue
Wyckoff, NJ 07481
(201) 891-3663
Grades: 3-8
| 365 students
The Elisabeth Morrow School
The Elisabeth Morrow School Photo - The Elisabeth Morrow School serves children age 2 through eighth grade providing exemplary academics and character development in a diverse and inclusive child-centered community, inspiring students to become curious scholars, ethical leaders, and global citizens.
(5)
435 Lydecker Street
Englewood, NJ 07631
(201) 568-5566
Grades: NS-8
| 387 students
The Frisch School
(Jewish)
120 West Century Road
Paramus, NJ 07652
(201) 267-9100
Grades: 9-12
| 860 students
Immaculate Conception High School
All-girls (Catholic)
(1)
258 S Main St
Lodi, NJ 07644
(973) 773-2400
Grades: 9-12
| 145 students
Immaculate Heart Academy
All-girls (Catholic)
500 Van Emburgh Ave
Township Of Washington, NJ 07676
(201) 445-6800
Grades: 9-12
| 684 students
Maayanot Yeshiva High School For Girls
All-girls (Jewish)
1650 Palisade Ave
Teaneck, NJ 07666
(201) 833-4307
Grades: 9-12
| 325 students
Margaret P Muscarelle Child Development Center
Daycare / Preschool
1 Walnut St
Garfield, NJ 07026
(973) 478-3080
Grades: NS-K
| 145 students
The Moriah School
(Jewish)
53 S Woodland St
Englewood, NJ 07631
(201) 567-0208
Grades: PK-8
| 667 students
Most Sacred Heart Jesus School
(Catholic)
6 Bond St
Wallington, NJ 07057
(973) 777-4817
Grades: PK-8
| 244 students
New Alliance Academy The
Special Education School
49 E Midland Ave Ste 2
Paramus, NJ 07652
(201) 225-0046
Grades: 8-12
| 38 students
Noble Leadership Academy
Noble Leadership Academy Photo
(Islamic)
(16)
1-30 Summit Avenue
Fair Lawn, NJ 07410
(973) 685-2550
Grades: PK-12
| 375 students
Notre Dame Academy
(Catholic)
312 1st St
Palisades Park, NJ 07650
(201) 947-5262
Grades: PK-8
| 392 students
Nursery Rhymes Preschool & Kindergarten
Daycare / Preschool
141 Market St
Saddle Brook, NJ 07663
(201) 843-8667
Grades: PK-K
| 135 students
Our Lady Of Mercy Academy
Our Lady Of Mercy Academy Photo
(Catholic)
(4)
25 Fremont Avenue
Park Ridge, NJ 07656
(201) 391-3838
Grades: PK-8
| 351 students
Paramus Catholic High School
(Catholic)
(1)
425 Paramus Rd
Paramus, NJ 07652
(201) 445-4466
Grades: 9-12
| 1,353 students
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Bergen County Private Schools (Closed)

School
Location
Grades
Students
573 Piermont Road
Demarest, NJ 07627
(201) 768-5534
Grades: 1-8
| 107 students
Po Box 2260, 263 Lafayette Ave
Cliffside Park, NJ 07010
(201) 945-1194
Grades: PK-8
| 186 students
200 Macarthur Ave
Garfield, NJ 07026
(973) 772-0416
Grades: PK-8
| 157 students
210 Lanza Avenue Gar
Garfield, NJ 07026
(973) 772-0345
Grades: K-8
| 136 students
45 Spruce St
Oakland, NJ 07436
(201) 337-1111
Grades: PK-8
| 116 students
43 Maple Avenue
Hackensack, NJ 07601
(201) 489-6870
Grades: PK-8
| 260 students
300 High St
Closter, NJ 07624
(201) 767-1144
Grades: PK-K
| 65 students
167 Kipp Ave
Hasbrouck Heights, NJ 07604
(201) 288-8861
Grades: K-2
| 80 students
123 Union Street
Lodi, NJ 07644
(993) 777-4635
Grades: K-8
| 157 students
361 Passaic Avenue
Lodi, NJ 07644
(973) 777-7794
Grades: NS-PK
| 30 students
100 S Main St
Hackensack, NJ 07601
(201) 488-8862
Grades: PK-8
| 216 students
20 Hackensack St
East Rutherford, NJ 07073
(201) 939-3193
Grades: K-9
| 186 students
21 New Milford Avenue 31
Dumont, NJ 07628
(201) 384-0512
Grades: PK-8
| 207 students
2300 3rd St
Fort Lee, NJ 07024
(201) 944-6608
Grades: 7-12
| 53 students

Frequently Asked Questions

What are the top ranked private schools in Bergen County, NJ?
The top ranked private schools in Bergen County, NJ include Primoris Academy, Noble Leadership Academy and Bergen Catholic High School.
How many private schools are located in Bergen County, NJ?
170 private schools are located in Bergen County, NJ.
How much do private schools cost in Bergen County, NJ?
The average tuition cost is $11,031, which is lower than the New Jersey private school average tuition cost of $15,781.
How diverse are private schools in Bergen County, NJ?
Bergen County, NJ private schools are approximately 41% minority students, which is higher than the New Jersey private school average of 40%.
What percentage of students in Bergen County, NJ go to private school?
17% of all K-12 students in Bergen County, NJ are educated in private schools (compared to the NJ state average of 13%).
What percentage of private schools are religiously affiliated in Bergen County, NJ?
42% of private schools in Bergen County, NJ are religiously affiliated (most commonly Catholic and Jewish).

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