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#227 of 534 private schools in NJ
Top 42% of private schools
Laurel School of Princeton, the
School
800 N RD, Pennington, NJ 08534
Enrollment
32
Student-Teacher
2.8:1
Score
6.6
Grades
1st – 11th
Enrollment
32
Student-Teacher
2.8:1
Score
6.6
Grades
1st – 11th
Data vintage
2021-22
Data vintage2021-22
How this school compares
New Jersey private schools
#227 of 534
In Pennington
#4 of 5
public schools
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About Laurel School of Princeton, the
Laurel School of Princeton, the is a private school in Pennington, NJ. Laurel School of Princeton, the serves approximately 32 students, and covers grades 1st-11th, and has a 2.8:1 student-teacher ratio. Laurel School of Princeton, the has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.6 out of 10 and ranks #227 of 534 private schools in NJ.
- This school 6.6 · Average
- NJ avg 6.4
What Parents Should Know
At 32 students, Laurel School of Princeton, the 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 2.8:1 students to teachers, Laurel School of Princeton, the sits well below the national average. Smaller classes like that usually mean more one-on-one time between students and teachers.
Laurel School of Princeton, the 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 Laurel School of Princeton, the compares to 6 public schools serving similar grades in Pennington, NJ
Student Demographics
Nearby Other Schools
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| Laurel School of Princeton, the (this school) | 6.6 |
| Toll Gate Grammar School | 8.6 |
| Hopewell Valley Central High School | 7.2 |
| Timberlane Middle School | 8.5 |
| Mercer County Technical School STEM Academy | 6.3 |
| Mercer County Technical School Culinary Arts Academy | 4.5 |
| Stony Brook Elementary School | 6.8 |
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
800 N RD, Pennington, NJ 08534
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Laurel School of Princeton, the may also want to explore other schools in the area. THE NEWGRANGE SCHOOL (rated 7.8/10), which scores notably higher. Another option is CAMBRIDGE SCHOOL (rated 7.2/10, 1.9 miles away), which scores slightly higher. Additionally, LAUREL SCHOOL OF PRINCETON (rated 5.7/10), with a comparable rating. For more schools in Pennington, see our Pennington schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 3.9 miNeighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 08534 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$180,491
Median Home Value
$573,100
Median Rent
$2,106/mo
Population
13,174
College Educated
71.9%
Homeownership
85.6%
Avg Commute
27.6 min
Poverty Rate
3.6%
Median Age
43.7
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|---|---|
| PRINCETON CHILD DEVELOPMENT INSTITUTE Princeton, NJ | 6.5 |
| GLENVIEW ACADEMY Fairfield, NJ | 6.7 |
| HOLLYDELL SCHOOL Sewell, NJ | 6.4 |
| COLLEGIATE SCHOOL Passaic, NJ | 6.8 |
| DAVID GREGORY SCHOOL Paramus, NJ | 6.9 |
| ALPINE LEARNING GROUP Paramus, NJ | 7.0 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Laurel School of Princeton, the
What grades does Laurel School of Princeton, the serve?
Laurel School of Princeton, the serves students in grades 1st through 11th.
How many students attend Laurel School of Princeton, the?
Laurel School of Princeton, the has an enrollment of approximately 32 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Laurel School of Princeton, the?
The student-teacher ratio at Laurel School of Princeton, the is 2.8:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 11:1 for private schools.
How does Laurel School of Princeton, the rank in NJ?
Laurel School of Princeton, the ranks #227 of 534 private schools in NJ.
What is Laurel School of Princeton, the's MySchoolScout rating?
Laurel School of Princeton, the has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.6 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.
Is Laurel School of Princeton, the a private school?
Yes, Laurel School of Princeton, the 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 Laurel School of Princeton, the a religious school?
No, Laurel School of Princeton, the is a nonsectarian (non-religious) private school.
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Quick Facts NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)
- Grades
- 1st – 11th
- Enrollment
- 32
- Gender Split
- 69% M / 31% F
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 2.8:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 12
- Type
- private
- Coed Status
- coed
- Affiliation
- Nonsectarian
- School Day
- 6.5 hours
- Days Per Year
- 170 days
- Setting
- Fringe Rural
- County
- Mercer County
- Phone
- (609) 566-6000
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