Very Good
#137 of 534 private schools in NJ
Top 26% of private schools
The Montclair Kimberley Academy
School
201 VALLEY RD, Montclair, NJ 07042
Enrollment
1,025
Student-Teacher
6.1:1
Score
7.1
Grades
Pre-K – 12th
Enrollment
1,025
Student-Teacher
6.1:1
Score
7.1
Grades
Pre-K – 12th
Data vintage
2021-22
Data vintage2021-22
How this school compares
New Jersey private schools
#137 of 534
In Montclair
#3 of 5
public schools
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About The Montclair Kimberley Academy
The Montclair Kimberley Academy is a private school in Montclair, NJ. The Montclair Kimberley Academy serves approximately 1,025 students, and covers grades Pre-K-12th, and has a 6.1:1 student-teacher ratio. The Montclair Kimberley Academy has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.1 out of 10 and ranks #137 of 534 private schools in NJ.
- This school 7.1 · Very Good
- NJ avg 6.4
What Parents Should Know
At 6.1:1 students to teachers, The Montclair Kimberley Academy sits well below the national average. Smaller classes like that usually mean more one-on-one time between students and teachers.
The Montclair Kimberley Academy 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 The Montclair Kimberley Academy compares to 8 public schools serving similar grades in Montclair, NJ
Student Demographics
Nearby Other Schools
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| The Montclair Kimberley Academy (this school) | 7.1 |
| Edgemont Elementary School | 7.4 |
| Montclair High School | 5.0 |
| Renaissance Middle School at the Rand Building | 8.1 |
| Watchung Elementary School | 8.1 |
| Hillside Elementary School | 7.4 |
| Charles H. Bullock School | 7.7 |
| Glenfield Middle School | 8.6 |
| Nishuane Elementary School | 7.1 |
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.
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
201 VALLEY RD, Montclair, NJ 07042
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering The Montclair Kimberley Academy may also want to explore other schools in the area. LACORDAIRE ACADEMY (rated 8.1/10, 1.3 miles away, in nearby Upper Montclair), which scores slightly higher. Additionally, SAWTELLE LEARNING CENTER (rated 7.2/10, 1.7 miles away), with a very similar rating. For more schools in Montclair, see our Montclair schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 1.7 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| Edgemont Elementary School Montclair | 0.3 mi | 7.4 |
| Montclair High School Montclair | 0.3 mi | 5.0 |
| Renaissance Middle School at the Rand Building Montclair | 0.5 mi | 8.1 |
| MONTCLAIR COOPERATIVE SCHOOL Montclair | 0.5 mi | 7.2 |
| IMMACULATE CONCEPTION HIGH SCHOOL Montclair | 0.7 mi | 6.9 |
| Watchung Elementary School Montclair | 0.6 mi | 8.1 |
| Hillside Elementary School Montclair | 0.9 mi | 7.4 |
| FUSION ACADEMY - MONTCLAIR Montclair | 0.9 mi | 7.0 |
| Laning Avenue School Verona | 0.9 mi | 7.4 |
| Charles H. Bullock School Montclair | 1.3 mi | 7.7 |
| ST CASSIAN ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Upper Montclair | 1.2 mi | 7.0 |
| Buzz Aldrin Middle School Upper Montclair | 1.2 mi | 7.9 |
| ST CATHERINE OF SIENA SCHOOL Cedar Grove | 1.4 mi | 5.0 |
| South End Elementary School Cedar Grove | 1.3 mi | 8.5 |
| Brookdale Avenue School Verona | 1.1 mi | 8.3 |
| LACORDAIRE ACADEMY Upper Montclair | 1.3 mi | 8.1 |
| Glenfield Middle School Montclair | 1.5 mi | 8.6 |
| Forest Avenue School Glen Ridge | 1.2 mi | 6.4 |
| Cedar Grove High School Cedar Grove | 1.7 mi | 8.2 |
| SAWTELLE LEARNING CENTER Montclair | 1.7 mi | 7.2 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 07042 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$127,083
Median Home Value
$733,100
Median Rent
$2,017/mo
Population
27,173
College Educated
67.1%
Homeownership
50.3%
Avg Commute
33.4 min
Poverty Rate
8.5%
Median Age
38.8
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| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| KENT PLACE SCHOOL Summit, NJ | 6.9 |
| Bergen Arts and Sciences Charter School Fair Lawn, NJ | 7.3 |
| Paterson Arts and Science Charter School Fair Lawn, NJ | 6.8 |
| RUTGERS PREPARATORY SCHOOL Somerset, NJ | 6.7 |
| Slocum Skewes School Ridgefield, NJ | 6.7 |
| JOSEPH KUSHNER HEBREW ACADEMY RAE KUSHNER YESHIVA Livingston, NJ | 6.5 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about The Montclair Kimberley Academy
What grades does The Montclair Kimberley Academy serve?
The Montclair Kimberley Academy serves students in grades Pre-K through 12th.
How many students attend The Montclair Kimberley Academy?
The Montclair Kimberley Academy has an enrollment of approximately 1,025 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at The Montclair Kimberley Academy?
The student-teacher ratio at The Montclair Kimberley Academy is 6.1:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 11:1 for private schools.
How does The Montclair Kimberley Academy rank in NJ?
The Montclair Kimberley Academy ranks #137 of 534 private schools in NJ.
What is The Montclair Kimberley Academy's MySchoolScout rating?
The Montclair Kimberley Academy has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.1 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.
Is The Montclair Kimberley Academy a private school?
Yes, The Montclair Kimberley Academy 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 The Montclair Kimberley Academy a religious school?
No, The Montclair Kimberley Academy is a nonsectarian (non-religious) private school.
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Quick Facts NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)
- Grades
- Pre-K – 12th
- Enrollment
- 1,025
- Gender Split
- 50% M / 50% F
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 6.1:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 168
- Type
- private
- Coed Status
- coed
- Affiliation
- Nonsectarian
- School Day
- 7.2 hours
- Days Per Year
- 174 days
- Setting
- Large Suburb
- County
- Essex County
- Phone
- (973) 746-9800
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