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#276 of 534 private schools in NJ
Sundance School
Elementary School
401 GREENBROOK RD, North Plainfield, NJ 70631
Enrollment
30
Student-Teacher
2.1:1
Score
6.4
Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Enrollment
30
Student-Teacher
2.1:1
Score
6.4
Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Data vintage
2021-22
Data vintage2021-22
How this school compares
New Jersey private schools
#276 of 534
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Sundance School
Elementary School in North Plainfield · grades Pre-K – 5th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.
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About Sundance School
Sundance School is a private elementary school in North Plainfield, NJ. Sundance School serves approximately 30 students, and covers grades Pre-K-5th, and has a 2.1:1 student-teacher ratio. Sundance School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.4 out of 10 and ranks #276 of 534 private schools in NJ.
- This school 6.4 · Average
- NJ avg 6.5
What Parents Should Know
At 30 students, Sundance 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 2.1:1 students to teachers, Sundance School sits well below the national average. Smaller classes like that usually mean more one-on-one time between students and teachers.
Sundance 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 Sundance School compares to the 6 public schools in North Plainfield, NJ
Student Demographics
All Schools in North Plainfield
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| Sundance School (this school) | 6.4 |
| West End School | 7.3 |
| North Plainfield Middle School | 8.2 |
| North Plainfield High School | 4.8 |
| Stony Brook School | 6.3 |
| Somerset School | 7.2 |
| East End School | 6.1 |
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
401 GREENBROOK RD, North Plainfield, NJ 70631
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Sundance School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Franklin Elementary School (rated 8.1/10, 1.7 miles away, in nearby South Plainfield), which scores notably higher. Another option is West End School (rated 7.3/10, 0.1 miles away), which scores slightly higher. Additionally, Jefferson Elementary School (rated 7.0/10, 1.2 miles away, in nearby Plainfield), which scores slightly higher. For more schools in North Plainfield, see our North Plainfield schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 1.5 miNeighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 70631 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$52,059
Median Home Value
$134,400
Population
326
College Educated
27.1%
Homeownership
100%
Poverty Rate
3.3%
Median Age
40.2
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Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Sundance School
What grades does Sundance School serve?
Sundance School serves students in grades Pre-K through 5th.
How many students attend Sundance School?
Sundance School has an enrollment of approximately 30 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Sundance School?
The student-teacher ratio at Sundance School is 2.1:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 11:1 for private schools.
How does Sundance School rank in NJ?
Sundance School ranks #276 of 534 private schools in NJ.
What is Sundance School's MySchoolScout rating?
Sundance School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.4 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.
Is Sundance School a private school?
Yes, Sundance 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 Sundance School a religious school?
No, Sundance School is a nonsectarian (non-religious) private school.
Neighborhood Context
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Quick Facts NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)
- Grades
- Pre-K – 5th
- Enrollment
- 30
- Gender Split
- 50% M / 50% F
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 2.1:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 14
- Type
- private
- Coed Status
- coed
- Affiliation
- Nonsectarian
- School Day
- 6 hours
- Days Per Year
- 171 days
- Setting
- Large Suburb
- County
- Somerset County
- Phone
- (908) 561-5055
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