Very Good
#142 of 534 private schools in NJ
Top 26% of private schools
Hunterdon Preparatory School
High School
11 SPENCER LN, Annandale, NJ 08801
Enrollment
57
Student-Teacher
4.4:1
Score
7.0
Grades
8th – 12th
Enrollment
57
Student-Teacher
4.4:1
Score
7.0
Grades
8th – 12th
Data vintage
2021-22
Data vintage2021-22
How this school compares
New Jersey private schools
#142 of 534
In Annandale
#1 of 2
public schools
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About Hunterdon Preparatory School
Hunterdon Preparatory School is a private high school in Annandale, NJ. Hunterdon Preparatory School serves approximately 57 students, and covers grades 8th-12th, and has a 4.4:1 student-teacher ratio. Hunterdon Preparatory School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.0 out of 10 and ranks #142 of 534 private schools in NJ.
- This school 7.0 · Very Good
- NJ avg 5.8
What Parents Should Know
At 57 students, Hunterdon Preparatory School is on the smaller side. That usually buys more individual attention and teachers who know every kid by name, with the trade-off of fewer electives and extracurriculars than a larger school can staff. Ask what activities it actually offers.
At 4.4:1 students to teachers, Hunterdon Preparatory School sits well below the national average. Smaller classes like that usually mean more one-on-one time between students and teachers.
Hunterdon Preparatory 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.
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BetaHow Hunterdon Preparatory School compares to the 1 public school in Annandale, NJ
Student Demographics
All Schools in Annandale
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| Hunterdon Preparatory School (this school) | 7.0 |
| North Hunterdon High School | 7.8 |
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
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Student Demographics NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)
Source: NCES Private School Survey (PSS)
Location
11 SPENCER LN, Annandale, NJ 08801
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Hunterdon Preparatory School may also want to explore other high schools in the area. North Hunterdon High School (rated 7.8/10, 2.3 miles away), which scores slightly higher. Another option is Voorhees High School (rated 6.5/10, 3.3 miles away, in nearby Glen Gardner), with a comparable rating. Additionally, Hunterdon County Academies (rated 5.2/10, 2.3 miles away, in nearby Flemington), a more accessible option. For more schools in Annandale, see our Annandale schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 7.7 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| Lebanon Borough School Lebanon | 1.5 mi | 6.0 |
| IMMACULATE CONCEPTION SCHOOL Annandale | 1.6 mi | 6.5 |
| Round Valley Lebanon | 1.5 mi | 8.3 |
| Hunterdon County Academies Flemington | 2.3 mi | 5.2 |
| North Hunterdon High School Annandale | 2.3 mi | 7.8 |
| High Bridge Middle School High Bridge | 2.1 mi | 5.4 |
| Clinton Township Middle School Clinton | 2.2 mi | 9.1 |
| High Bridge Elementary School High Bridge | 2.3 mi | 6.8 |
| Patrick McGaheran Lebanon | 3.2 mi | 5.9 |
| Voorhees High School Glen Gardner | 3.3 mi | 6.5 |
| Clinton Public School Clinton | 2.9 mi | 7.5 |
| ACORN MONTESSORI SCHOOL Lebanon | 3.8 mi | 6.9 |
| Valley View School Califon | 4.4 mi | 8.6 |
| Woodglen School Califon | 4.6 mi | 6.2 |
| Califon Public School Califon | 5.0 mi | 8.0 |
| Old Turnpike School Califon | 5.5 mi | 9.3 |
| Whitehouse School Whitehouse Station | 5.8 mi | 3.7 |
| WHITEHOUSE PREPARATORY SCHOOL Whitehouse Station | 5.9 mi | — |
| Hampton Borough School Hampton | 6.3 mi | 5.5 |
| Francis A. Desmares Elementary School Flemington | 7.7 mi | 6.2 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 08801 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$144,060
Median Home Value
$501,000
Median Rent
$2,496/mo
Population
7,391
College Educated
61.7%
Homeownership
85%
Avg Commute
35.8 min
Poverty Rate
3.5%
Median Age
44.4
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|---|---|
| ESSEX VALLEY SCHOOL West Caldwell, NJ | 7.0 |
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| OAK KNOLL SCHOOL OF THE HOLY CHILD Summit, NJ | 7.0 |
| URBAN PROMISE ACADEMY Pennsauken, NJ | 7.0 |
| CHANCELLOR ACADEMY Pompton Plains, NJ | 6.9 |
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Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Hunterdon Preparatory School
What grades does Hunterdon Preparatory School serve?
Hunterdon Preparatory School serves students in grades 8th through 12th.
How many students attend Hunterdon Preparatory School?
Hunterdon Preparatory School has an enrollment of approximately 57 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Hunterdon Preparatory School?
The student-teacher ratio at Hunterdon Preparatory School is 4.4:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 11:1 for private schools.
How does Hunterdon Preparatory School rank in NJ?
Hunterdon Preparatory School ranks #142 of 534 private schools in NJ.
What is Hunterdon Preparatory School's MySchoolScout rating?
Hunterdon Preparatory School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.0 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.
Is Hunterdon Preparatory School a private school?
Yes, Hunterdon Preparatory School is a private coeducational school with a Nonsectarian affiliation. Private schools are not required to participate in state standardized testing, so academic performance data may be limited compared to public schools.
Is Hunterdon Preparatory School a religious school?
No, Hunterdon Preparatory School is a nonsectarian (non-religious) private school.
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Quick Facts NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)
- Grades
- 8th – 12th
- Enrollment
- 57
- Gender Split
- 47% M / 53% F
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 4.4:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 13
- Type
- private
- Coed Status
- coed
- Affiliation
- Nonsectarian
- School Day
- 5.7 hours
- Days Per Year
- 210 days
- Setting
- Fringe Rural
- County
- Hunterdon County
- Phone
- (908) 832-7200
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