Below Average
#482 of 534 private schools in NJ
Don Bosco Preparatory High School
High School
492 N FRANKLIN TPKE, Ramsey, NJ 07446
Enrollment
767
Student-Teacher
13.9:1
Score
4.7
Grades
9th – 12th
Enrollment
767
Student-Teacher
13.9:1
Score
4.7
Grades
9th – 12th
Data vintage
2021-22
Data vintage2021-22
How this school compares
New Jersey private schools
#482 of 534
In Ramsey
#2 of 2
public schools
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Don Bosco Preparatory High School
High School in Ramsey · grades 9th – 12th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.
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About Don Bosco Preparatory High School
Don Bosco Preparatory High School is a private high school in Ramsey, NJ. Don Bosco Preparatory High School serves approximately 767 students, and covers grades 9th-12th, and has a 13.9:1 student-teacher ratio. Don Bosco Preparatory High School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.7 out of 10 and ranks #482 of 534 private schools in NJ.
- This school 4.7 · Below Average
- NJ avg 5.8
What Parents Should Know
Don Bosco Preparatory High School is private, so it runs independently of the local district and sets its own curriculum. That freedom cuts both ways depending on what you want for your child. If you're considering it, start with the practical questions: tuition, financial aid, and how admissions work.
Compare to Public Schools
BetaHow Don Bosco Preparatory High School compares to the 5 public schools in Ramsey, NJ
Student Demographics
All Schools in Ramsey
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| Don Bosco Preparatory High School (this school) | 4.7 |
| Wesley D Tisdale Elementary School | 7.9 |
| Eric S. Smith Middle School | 9.3 |
| Ramsey High School | 6.8 |
| John Y Dater Elementary School | 6.9 |
| Mary A. Hubbard Elementary School | 9.4 |
Demographics sourced from NCES Private School Survey (PSS) and Common Core of Data (CCD). Comparisons are based on enrollment-weighted averages.
Score Breakdown
PreliminaryWhat This Rating Measures
This rating reflects classroom size, instructional time, student diversity, community resources, and school characteristics. Private schools are ranked against other private schools in NJ.
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Score basis: Private school model
Data coverage: 80% of scoring components had data
Components scored: 4 of 5
Ranking pool: Private schools in NJ
Test Scores
Test score data not yet available for this school.
Student Demographics NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)
Source: NCES Private School Survey (PSS)
Location
492 N FRANKLIN TPKE, Ramsey, NJ 07446
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Don Bosco Preparatory High School may also want to explore other high schools in the area. Mahwah High School (rated 8.1/10, 1.7 miles away, in nearby Mahwah), which scores notably higher. Another option is Northern Highlands Regional High School (rated 7.1/10, 2.6 miles away, in nearby Allendale), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Ramsey High School (rated 6.8/10, 1.1 miles away), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Ramsey, see our Ramsey schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 2.6 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| Wesley D Tisdale Elementary School Ramsey | 0.5 mi | 7.9 |
| Ramsey High School Ramsey | 1.1 mi | 6.8 |
| Eric S. Smith Middle School Ramsey | 0.9 mi | 9.3 |
| John Y Dater Elementary School Ramsey | 1.1 mi | 6.9 |
| Betsy Ross Elementary Mahwah | 1.4 mi | 9.7 |
| ACADEMY OF SAINT PAUL Ramsey | 1.6 mi | 6.4 |
| Ramapo Ridge Mahwah | 1.6 mi | 7.1 |
| Mahwah High School Mahwah | 1.7 mi | 8.1 |
| Lenape Meadows Mahwah | 1.7 mi | 9.3 |
| Joyce Kilmer School Mahwah | 1.8 mi | 5.9 |
| Mary A. Hubbard Elementary School Ramsey | 2.1 mi | 9.4 |
| RICHARD P CONNOR ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Suffern | 2.4 mi | 6.1 |
| ONESCHOOL GLOBAL: NEW YORK Airmont | 2.2 mi | 5.8 |
| Robert D Reynolds Primary School Upper Saddle River | 2.0 mi | 7.9 |
| Edith A. Bogert Elementary School Upper Saddle River | 2.0 mi | 8.8 |
| Northern Highlands Regional High School Allendale | 2.6 mi | 7.1 |
| CHEDER BEER YESHAYA Suffern | 2.7 mi | 6.1 |
| Emil A. Cavallini Middle School Upper Saddle River | 2.2 mi | 9.1 |
| Hillside Elementary School Allendale | 2.9 mi | 7.9 |
| YOUNG WORLD DAY SCHOOL Mahwah | 2.6 mi | — |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 07446 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$164,767
Median Home Value
$665,700
Median Rent
$2,009/mo
Population
14,722
College Educated
69.3%
Homeownership
83.7%
Avg Commute
33.6 min
Poverty Rate
3%
Median Age
41.1
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|---|---|
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| Woodstown High School Woodstown, NJ | 4.8 |
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Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Don Bosco Preparatory High School
What grades does Don Bosco Preparatory High School serve?
Don Bosco Preparatory High School serves students in grades 9th through 12th.
How many students attend Don Bosco Preparatory High School?
Don Bosco Preparatory High School has an enrollment of approximately 767 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Don Bosco Preparatory High School?
The student-teacher ratio at Don Bosco Preparatory High School is 13.9:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 11:1 for private schools.
How does Don Bosco Preparatory High School rank in NJ?
Don Bosco Preparatory High School ranks #482 of 534 private schools in NJ.
What is Don Bosco Preparatory High School's MySchoolScout rating?
Don Bosco Preparatory High School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.7 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.
Is Don Bosco Preparatory High School a private school?
Yes, Don Bosco Preparatory High School is a private all-boys school with a Roman Catholic affiliation. Private schools are not required to participate in state standardized testing, so academic performance data may be limited compared to public schools.
Is Don Bosco Preparatory High School a religious school?
Don Bosco Preparatory High School has a Roman Catholic religious affiliation.
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Quick Facts NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)
- Grades
- 9th – 12th
- Enrollment
- 767
- Gender Split
- 100% M / 0% F
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 13.9:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 55
- Type
- private
- Coed Status
- all-boys
- Affiliation
- Roman Catholic
- School Day
- 6.2 hours
- Days Per Year
- 175 days
- Setting
- Large Suburb
- County
- Bergen County
- Phone
- (201) 337-8003
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