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#227 of 534 private schools in NJ
Top 42% of private schools
Laurel School of Princeton, the
School · Pennington, NJ
A private school in Pennington, NJ serving grades 1st – 11th.
800 N RD, Pennington, NJ 08534
- 2.8:1 student-teacher ratio
Academics
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
Most recent published year. School vs. NJ average.
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Where Laurel School of Princeton, the sits, and what the surrounding area looks like.
Nearby same-level schools are colored by their score. Pins are locations, not attendance boundaries.
Getting around & local context
- Walk 12Car-Dependent
- Bike 26Somewhat Bikeable
- City Safety: Average583/100K
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Source period: 2024. Freshness not available.
Area profileU.S. Census ACS 5-year estimates (ACS 2019–2023 5-year estimates)
Median income
$180,491
Median home value
$573,100
Median rent
$2,106/mo
College educated
71.9%
Homeownership
85.6%
Poverty rate
3.6%
ACS 2019–2023 5-year estimates for the ZCTA associated with school ZIP 08534; this is area context, not an attendance boundary.
Programs & students
Student demographicsNCES Private School Universe Survey (PSS) (SY 2021–22)
Source: NCES Private School Universe Survey (PSS)
Compare nearby
Nearby same-level schools
4 from a 5-mile search
| School | Score | Grades | Distance | Enrollment | Compare |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Laurel School of PrincetonPrivate · tuition | 5.7 | 2–11 | 0.0 mi | 30 | Compare → |
| The Newgrange SchoolPrivate · tuition | 7.8 | 3–12 | 0.0 mi | 83 | Compare → |
| The Titusville AcademyPrivate · tuition | 6.6 | 3–12 | 3.8 mi | 65 | Compare → |
| Princeton Child Development InstitutePrivate · tuition | 6.5 | PK–12 | 4.3 mi | 31 | Compare → |
Distance is proximity only; it is not attendance eligibility.
Private · tuition: Potential private option; tuition and admission requirements have not been verified.
Laurel School of Princeton, the is listed in Pennington, NJ; verify the current enrollment path directly.
About Laurel School of Princeton, the
Laurel School of Princeton, the is a private school in Pennington, NJ, serving approximately 32 students in grades 1st-11th with a 2.8:1 student-teacher ratio. It holds a MySchoolScout rating of 6.6 out of 10 and ranks #227 of 534 private schools in NJ.
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.
School factsNCES Private School Universe Survey (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
- Area population (ZIP 08534)
- 13,174
- Area average commute
- 27.6 min
- Area median age
- 43.7
About this school's data
Every number on this page comes from a published source with a stated period. Where a source is partial, aging, or describes a surrounding area rather than the school, that limitation is named below.
- School directory (enrollment, grades, staff, contact)
- NCES Private School Universe Survey (PSS) · SY 2021–22 · Low confidence
- Vintage not available. Do not use this measure alone.
- MySchoolScout rating and rank
- MySchoolScout ranking model · Low confidence
- Vintage not available. Do not use this measure alone.
- Available for part of the eligible units; results may not represent the full area.
- Derived as a weighted blend of the component scores shown in Academics from state assessment, EdFacts growth, and NCES resource records.
- Neighborhood (income, housing, education)
- U.S. Census ACS 5-year estimates · ACS 2019–2023 5-year estimates · Low confidence
- Older source: ACS 2019–2023 5-year estimates. Use as historical context.
- Reported for the ZCTA for ZIP 08534; this does not measure the attendance area.
Evidence periods: Rating mixed/unknown input periods; assessments vintage unavailable; directory SY 2021–22
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