Average
#191 of 534 private schools in NJ
Top 36% of private schools
Shepard Preparatory High School
High School
8 COLUMBA ST, Morristown, NJ 07960
Enrollment
55
Student-Teacher
5:1
Score
6.8
Grades
8th – 12th
Enrollment
55
Student-Teacher
5:1
Score
6.8
Grades
8th – 12th
Data vintage
2021-22
Data vintage2021-22
How this school compares
New Jersey private schools
#191 of 534
In Morristown
#4 of 8
public schools
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About Shepard Preparatory High School
Shepard Preparatory High School is a private high school in Morristown, NJ. Shepard Preparatory High School serves approximately 55 students, and covers grades 8th-12th, and has a 5:1 student-teacher ratio. Shepard Preparatory High School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.8 out of 10 and ranks #191 of 534 private schools in NJ.
- This school 6.8 · Average
- NJ avg 5.8
What Parents Should Know
At 55 students, Shepard Preparatory 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 5:1 students to teachers, Shepard Preparatory High School sits well below the national average. Smaller classes like that usually mean more one-on-one time between students and teachers.
Shepard Preparatory 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 Shepard Preparatory High School compares to the 10 public schools in Morristown, NJ
Student Demographics
All Schools in Morristown
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| Shepard Preparatory High School (this school) | 6.8 |
| Morristown High School | 4.9 |
| Lafayette Learning Center | 5.8 |
| Alexander Hamilton | 8.6 |
| Sussex Avenue School | 8.1 |
| Unity Charter School | 8.2 |
| Thomas Jefferson School | 7.4 |
| Hillcrest School | 6.5 |
| Frelinghuysen Middle School | 7.8 |
| Central Park School | — |
| Normandy Park School | 8.5 |
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
8 COLUMBA ST, Morristown, NJ 07960
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Shepard Preparatory High School may also want to explore other high schools in the area. VILLA WALSH ACADEMY (rated 7.0/10, 1.9 miles away), with a very similar rating. Another option is THE MORRISTOWN BEARD SCHOOL (rated 6.3/10, 1.8 miles away), with a comparable rating. Additionally, Morristown High School (rated 4.9/10, 0.2 miles away), a more accessible option. For more schools in Morristown, see our Morristown schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 2.0 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| Morristown High School Morristown | 0.2 mi | 4.9 |
| THE RED OAKS SCHOOL Morristown | 0.3 mi | 7.6 |
| Lafayette Learning Center Morristown | 0.4 mi | 5.8 |
| Alexander Hamilton Morristown | 0.4 mi | 8.6 |
| Sussex Avenue School Morristown | 0.6 mi | 8.1 |
| ASSUMPTION OF THE BVM SCHOOL Morristown | 0.9 mi | 6.1 |
| Alfred Vail School Morris Plains | 1.0 mi | 7.1 |
| CHEDER LUBAVITCH Morristown | 0.8 mi | 5.7 |
| Unity Charter School Morristown | 0.9 mi | 8.2 |
| Thomas Jefferson School Morristown | 1.2 mi | 7.4 |
| THE PECK SCHOOL Morristown | 1.3 mi | 7.5 |
| Hillcrest School Morristown | 1.2 mi | 6.5 |
| Morris Plains Borough School Morris Plains | 1.5 mi | 8.0 |
| Frelinghuysen Middle School Morristown | 1.6 mi | 7.8 |
| Woodland School Convent Station | 1.7 mi | 6.4 |
| Central Park School Morristown | 1.8 mi | — |
| Mountain Way School Morris Plains | 2.2 mi | 7.7 |
| VILLA WALSH ACADEMY Morristown | 1.9 mi | 7.0 |
| THE MORRISTOWN BEARD SCHOOL Morristown | 1.8 mi | 6.3 |
| Normandy Park School Morristown | 2.0 mi | 8.5 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 07960 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$149,462
Median Home Value
$701,100
Median Rent
$2,173/mo
Population
46,178
College Educated
67.6%
Homeownership
61.9%
Avg Commute
27 min
Poverty Rate
6.6%
Median Age
39.5
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|---|---|
| Academy for Environmental Science Oak Ridge, NJ | 6.8 |
| NEW JERSEY UNITED CHRISTIAN ACADEMY Cream Ridge, NJ | 6.8 |
| MIKOR HATORAH Lakewood, NJ | 6.7 |
| CHANCELLOR ACADEMY Pompton Plains, NJ | 6.9 |
| FEDCAP - 4T Orange, NJ | 6.9 |
| THE CRAIG SCHOOL HIGH SCHOOL Montville, NJ | 6.9 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Shepard Preparatory High School
What grades does Shepard Preparatory High School serve?
Shepard Preparatory High School serves students in grades 8th through 12th.
How many students attend Shepard Preparatory High School?
Shepard Preparatory High School has an enrollment of approximately 55 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Shepard Preparatory High School?
The student-teacher ratio at Shepard Preparatory High School is 5:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 11:1 for private schools.
How does Shepard Preparatory High School rank in NJ?
Shepard Preparatory High School ranks #191 of 534 private schools in NJ.
What is Shepard Preparatory High School's MySchoolScout rating?
Shepard Preparatory High School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.8 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.
Is Shepard Preparatory High School a private school?
Yes, Shepard Preparatory 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 Shepard Preparatory High School a religious school?
No, Shepard Preparatory High School is a nonsectarian (non-religious) private school.
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Quick Facts NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)
- Grades
- 8th – 12th
- Enrollment
- 55
- Gender Split
- 64% M / 36% F
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 5:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 11
- Type
- private
- Coed Status
- coed
- Affiliation
- Nonsectarian
- School Day
- 6 hours
- Days Per Year
- 183 days
- Setting
- Large Suburb
- County
- Morris County
- Phone
- (973) 984-1600
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