Very Good
#101 of 534 private schools in NJ
Top 19% of private schools
Pillar High School (former Horizon High School)
High School
71-77 OKNER PKWY, Livingston, NJ 07039
Enrollment
78
Student-Teacher
7.9:1
Score
7.3
Grades
8th – 12th
Enrollment
78
Student-Teacher
7.9:1
Score
7.3
Grades
8th – 12th
Data vintage
2021-22
Data vintage2021-22
How this school compares
New Jersey private schools
#101 of 534
In Livingston
#2 of 5
public schools
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Pillar High School (former Horizon High School)
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About Pillar High School (former Horizon High School)
Pillar High School (former Horizon High School) is a private high school in Livingston, NJ. Pillar High School (former Horizon High School) serves approximately 78 students, and covers grades 8th-12th, and has a 7.9:1 student-teacher ratio. Pillar High School (former Horizon High School) has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.3 out of 10 and ranks #101 of 534 private schools in NJ.
- This school 7.3 · Very Good
- NJ avg 5.8
What Parents Should Know
At 78 students, Pillar High School (former Horizon High 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 7.9:1 students to teachers, Pillar High School (former Horizon High School) sits well below the national average. Smaller classes like that usually mean more one-on-one time between students and teachers.
Pillar High School (former Horizon 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 Pillar High School (former Horizon High School) compares to the 9 public schools in Livingston, NJ
Student Demographics
All Schools in Livingston
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| Pillar High School (former Horizon High School) (this school) | 7.3 |
| Riker Hill Elementary School | 8.3 |
| Heritage Middle School | 8.4 |
| Hillside Elementary School | 8.7 |
| Burnet Hill Elementary School | 8.4 |
| Harrison Elementary School | 6.9 |
| Livingston High School | 7.2 |
| Mount Pleasant Elementary School | 7.7 |
| Mount Pleasant Middle School | 7.1 |
| Collins Elementary School | 8.9 |
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.
Data Unavailable
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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
71-77 OKNER PKWY, Livingston, NJ 07039
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Pillar High School (former Horizon High School) may also want to explore other high schools in the area. Hanover Park High School (rated 8.1/10, 1.0 miles away, in nearby East Hanover), which scores slightly higher. Another option is Livingston High School (rated 7.2/10, 2.2 miles away), with a very similar rating. Additionally, NEWARK ACADEMY (rated 6.2/10, 1.8 miles away), a more accessible option. For more schools in Livingston, see our Livingston schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 2.7 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| Frank J Smith Elementary East Hanover | 0.6 mi | 7.8 |
| Hanover Park High School East Hanover | 1.0 mi | 8.1 |
| East Hanover Middle School East Hanover | 1.5 mi | 9.1 |
| Riker Hill Elementary School Livingston | 1.1 mi | 8.3 |
| Heritage Middle School Livingston | 1.4 mi | 8.4 |
| Central Elementary School East Hanover | 1.6 mi | 5.4 |
| NEWARK ACADEMY Livingston | 1.8 mi | 6.2 |
| Hillside Elementary School Livingston | 1.7 mi | 8.7 |
| JOSEPH KUSHNER HEBREW ACADEMY RAE KUSHNER YESHIVA Livingston | 2.1 mi | 6.5 |
| SINAI ELEMENTARY AT JOSEPH KUSHNER HEBREW ACADEMY Livingston | 2.1 mi | 6.3 |
| Burnet Hill Elementary School Livingston | 2.0 mi | 8.4 |
| Brooklake School Florham Park | 2.3 mi | 6.5 |
| Livingston High School Livingston | 2.2 mi | 7.2 |
| Briarwood School Florham Park | 2.4 mi | 7.1 |
| Harrison Elementary School Livingston | 2.1 mi | 6.9 |
| AQUINAS ACADEMY Livingston | 2.4 mi | 7.9 |
| JUMP EMMERSION SCHOOL Livingston | 2.3 mi | — |
| Lester C Noecker Roseland | 2.5 mi | 8.2 |
| THE MONTESSORI CHILDRENS ACADEMY Florham Park | 2.6 mi | — |
| Collins Elementary School Livingston | 2.7 mi | 8.9 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 07039 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$218,416
Median Home Value
$746,100
Median Rent
$2,953/mo
Population
31,128
College Educated
73%
Homeownership
86.2%
Avg Commute
37.1 min
Poverty Rate
2.2%
Median Age
44.3
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Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Pillar High School (former Horizon High School)
What grades does Pillar High School (former Horizon High School) serve?
Pillar High School (former Horizon High School) serves students in grades 8th through 12th.
How many students attend Pillar High School (former Horizon High School)?
Pillar High School (former Horizon High School) has an enrollment of approximately 78 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Pillar High School (former Horizon High School)?
The student-teacher ratio at Pillar High School (former Horizon High School) is 7.9:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 11:1 for private schools.
How does Pillar High School (former Horizon High School) rank in NJ?
Pillar High School (former Horizon High School) ranks #101 of 534 private schools in NJ.
What is Pillar High School (former Horizon High School)'s MySchoolScout rating?
Pillar High School (former Horizon High School) has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.3 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.
Is Pillar High School (former Horizon High School) a private school?
Yes, Pillar High School (former Horizon High 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 Pillar High School (former Horizon High School) a religious school?
No, Pillar High School (former Horizon High School) is a nonsectarian (non-religious) private school.
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Quick Facts NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)
- Grades
- 8th – 12th
- Enrollment
- 78
- Gender Split
- 56% M / 44% F
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 7.9:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 10
- Type
- private
- Coed Status
- coed
- Affiliation
- Nonsectarian
- School Day
- 6.2 hours
- Days Per Year
- 210 days
- Setting
- Large Suburb
- County
- Essex County
- Phone
- (973) 535-1999
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