Excellent
#23 of 534 private schools in NJ
Top 4% of private schools
Matheny School
School
65 HIGHLAND AVE, Peapack, NJ 07977
Enrollment
33
Student-Teacher
3.5:1
Score
8.0
Grades
Pre-K – 12th
Enrollment
33
Student-Teacher
3.5:1
Score
8.0
Grades
Pre-K – 12th
Data vintage
2021-22
Data vintage2021-22
How this school compares
New Jersey private schools
#23 of 534
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Matheny School
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About Matheny School
Matheny School is a private school in Peapack, NJ. Matheny School serves approximately 33 students, and covers grades Pre-K-12th, and has a 3.5:1 student-teacher ratio. Matheny School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 8.0 out of 10 and ranks #23 of 534 private schools in NJ.
- This school 8.0 · Excellent
- NJ avg 6.4
What Parents Should Know
At 33 students, Matheny 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 3.5:1 students to teachers, Matheny School sits well below the national average. Smaller classes like that usually mean more one-on-one time between students and teachers.
Matheny 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.
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
65 HIGHLAND AVE, Peapack, NJ 07977
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Matheny School may also want to explore other schools in the area. MONTGOMERY ACADEMY (rated 8.0/10, 3.8 miles away, in nearby Basking Ridge), with a very similar rating. Additionally, GILL ST BERNARD S SCHOOL (rated 7.2/10, 2.1 miles away, in nearby Gladstone), with a comparable rating. For more schools in Peapack, see our Peapack schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 5.2 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| FAR HILLS COUNTRY SCHOOL Far Hills | 1.6 mi | 7.6 |
| Bedminster Township Public School Bedminster | 2.4 mi | 9.4 |
| GILL ST BERNARD S SCHOOL Gladstone | 2.1 mi | 7.2 |
| THE WILLOW SCHOOL Gladstone | 2.1 mi | 7.8 |
| Mount Prospect Elementary School Basking Ridge | 4.0 mi | 8.2 |
| WESTMONT MONTESSORI SCHOOL Mendham | 4.3 mi | — |
| SOMERSET HILLS LEARNING INSTITUTE Bedminster | 4.7 mi | — |
| MONTGOMERY ACADEMY Basking Ridge | 3.8 mi | 8.0 |
| SCHOOL OF SAINT ELIZABETH Bernardsville | 3.7 mi | 5.4 |
| THE ALBROOK SCHOOL Basking Ridge | 4.5 mi | 7.7 |
| Bernardsville Middle School Bernardsville | 4.0 mi | 8.6 |
| Marion T. Bedwell Elementary School Bernardsville | 4.0 mi | 5.8 |
| Liberty Corner School Liberty Corner | 4.4 mi | 9.6 |
| Hilltop School Mendham | 4.8 mi | 7.0 |
| Bernards High School Bernardsville | 4.0 mi | 6.0 |
| Mountain View School Mendham | 5.1 mi | 8.9 |
| Hamilton Primary School Bridgewater | 5.4 mi | 7.7 |
| Bragg Elementary School Chester | 5.3 mi | 7.8 |
| William Annin Middle School Basking Ridge | 4.4 mi | 8.1 |
| West Morris Mendham High School Mendham | 5.2 mi | 7.2 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 07977 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Home Value
$798,600
Population
733
College Educated
61.8%
Homeownership
61.8%
Poverty Rate
0%
Median Age
46.3
Similar Schools
Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| KOHLER ACADEMY Mountainside, NJ | 7.6 |
| GATEWAY SCHOOL Carteret, NJ | 7.5 |
| THE GRAMON SCHOOL Fairfield, NJ | 7.4 |
| EPIC SCHOOL Paramus Borough, NJ | 7.3 |
| GARDEN ACADEMY West Orange, NJ | 7.1 |
| ALPINE LEARNING GROUP Paramus, NJ | 7.0 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Matheny School
What grades does Matheny School serve?
Matheny School serves students in grades Pre-K through 12th.
How many students attend Matheny School?
Matheny School has an enrollment of approximately 33 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Matheny School?
The student-teacher ratio at Matheny School is 3.5:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 11:1 for private schools.
How does Matheny School rank in NJ?
Matheny School ranks #23 of 534 private schools in NJ.
What is Matheny School's MySchoolScout rating?
Matheny School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 8.0 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.
Is Matheny School a private school?
Yes, Matheny 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 Matheny School a religious school?
No, Matheny School is a nonsectarian (non-religious) private school.
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Quick Facts NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)
- Grades
- Pre-K – 12th
- Enrollment
- 33
- Gender Split
- 64% M / 36% F
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 3.5:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 10
- Type
- private
- Coed Status
- coed
- Affiliation
- Nonsectarian
- School Day
- 6.5 hours
- Days Per Year
- 220 days
- Setting
- Fringe Rural
- County
- Somerset County
- Phone
- (908) 234-0011
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