Below Average
#494 of 534 private schools in NJ
Seton Hall Preparatory School
High School
120 NORTHFIELD AVE, West Orange, NJ 07052
Enrollment
976
Student-Teacher
13.1:1
Score
4.5
Grades
9th – 12th
Enrollment
976
Student-Teacher
13.1:1
Score
4.5
Grades
9th – 12th
Data vintage
2021-22
Data vintage2021-22
How this school compares
New Jersey private schools
#494 of 534
In West Orange
#5 of 5
public schools
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Seton Hall Preparatory School
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About Seton Hall Preparatory School
Seton Hall Preparatory School is a private high school in West Orange, NJ. Seton Hall Preparatory School serves approximately 976 students, and covers grades 9th-12th, and has a 13.1:1 student-teacher ratio. Seton Hall Preparatory School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.5 out of 10 and ranks #494 of 534 private schools in NJ.
- This school 4.5 · Below Average
- NJ avg 5.8
What Parents Should Know
Seton Hall 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 Seton Hall Preparatory School compares to the 5 public schools in West Orange, NJ
Student Demographics
All Schools in West Orange
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| Seton Hall Preparatory School (this school) | 4.5 |
| West Orange Early Childhood Learning Center | — |
| Mount Pleasant Elementary School | 9.1 |
| West Orange High School | 7.1 |
| Liberty Middle School | 8.3 |
| Betty Maddalena Early Learning Center | 5.8 |
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
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
120 NORTHFIELD AVE, West Orange, NJ 07052
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Seton Hall Preparatory School may also want to explore other high schools in the area. STEM Innovation Academy of the Oranges (rated 7.5/10, 1.5 miles away, in nearby South Orange), which scores notably higher. Another option is FEDCAP - 4T (rated 6.9/10, 0.8 miles away, in nearby Orange), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Orange High School (rated 3.6/10, 0.8 miles away, in nearby Orange), with a comparable rating. For more schools in West Orange, see our West Orange schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 1.3 miNeighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 07052 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$131,456
Median Home Value
$527,200
Median Rent
$1,791/mo
Population
48,323
College Educated
53%
Homeownership
70.2%
Avg Commute
36.5 min
Poverty Rate
7.2%
Median Age
41.7
Similar Schools
Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| Ewing High School Ewing, NJ | 4.5 |
| Hackettstown High School Hackettstown, NJ | 4.5 |
| Harrison High School Harrison, NJ | 4.5 |
| Henry Snyder High School Jersey City, NJ | 4.5 |
| Maple Shade High School Maple Shade, NJ | 4.5 |
| Newark Vocational High School Newark, NJ | 4.5 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Seton Hall Preparatory School
What grades does Seton Hall Preparatory School serve?
Seton Hall Preparatory School serves students in grades 9th through 12th.
How many students attend Seton Hall Preparatory School?
Seton Hall Preparatory School has an enrollment of approximately 976 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Seton Hall Preparatory School?
The student-teacher ratio at Seton Hall Preparatory School is 13.1:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 11:1 for private schools.
How does Seton Hall Preparatory School rank in NJ?
Seton Hall Preparatory School ranks #494 of 534 private schools in NJ.
What is Seton Hall Preparatory School's MySchoolScout rating?
Seton Hall Preparatory School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.5 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.
Is Seton Hall Preparatory School a private school?
Yes, Seton Hall Preparatory School is a private all-boys school with a Roman Catholic affiliation. Private schools are not required to participate in state standardized testing, so academic performance data may be limited compared to public schools.
Is Seton Hall Preparatory School a religious school?
Seton Hall Preparatory School has a Roman Catholic religious affiliation.
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Quick Facts NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)
- Grades
- 9th – 12th
- Enrollment
- 976
- Gender Split
- 100% M / 0% F
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 13.1:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 74
- Type
- private
- Coed Status
- all-boys
- Affiliation
- Roman Catholic
- School Day
- 6 hours
- Days Per Year
- 171 days
- Setting
- Large Suburb
- County
- Essex County
- Phone
- (973) 325-6626
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