Very Good
#74 of 534 private schools in NJ
Top 14% of private schools
The Peck School
Elementary School
247 S ST, Morristown, NJ 07960
Enrollment
345
Student-Teacher
6.1:1
Score
7.5
Grades
Kindergarten – 8th
Enrollment
345
Student-Teacher
6.1:1
Score
7.5
Grades
Kindergarten – 8th
Data vintage
2021-22
Data vintage2021-22
How this school compares
New Jersey private schools
#74 of 534
In Morristown
#2 of 8
public schools
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The Peck School
Elementary School in Morristown · grades Kindergarten – 8th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.
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About The Peck School
The Peck School is a private elementary school in Morristown, NJ. The Peck School serves approximately 345 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-8th, and has a 6.1:1 student-teacher ratio. The Peck School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.5 out of 10 and ranks #74 of 534 private schools in NJ.
- This school 7.5 · Very Good
- NJ avg 6.5
What Parents Should Know
At 6.1:1 students to teachers, The Peck School sits well below the national average. Smaller classes like that usually mean more one-on-one time between students and teachers.
The Peck 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 The Peck School compares to 8 public schools serving similar grades in Morristown, NJ
Student Demographics
Nearby Elementary Schools
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| The Peck School (this school) | 7.5 |
| Thomas Jefferson School | 7.4 |
| Normandy Park School | 8.5 |
| Unity Charter School | 8.2 |
| Alexander Hamilton | 8.6 |
| Hillcrest School | 6.5 |
| Sussex Avenue School | 8.1 |
| Frelinghuysen Middle School | 7.8 |
| Central Park School | — |
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
247 S ST, Morristown, NJ 07960
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering The Peck School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Alexander Hamilton (rated 8.6/10, 1.4 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is Normandy Park School (rated 8.5/10, 1.2 miles away), which scores slightly higher. Additionally, Unity Charter School (rated 8.2/10, 1.3 miles away), which scores slightly higher. For more schools in Morristown, see our Morristown schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 2.6 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| Woodland School Convent Station | 0.4 mi | 6.4 |
| Thomas Jefferson School Morristown | 0.5 mi | 7.4 |
| ASSUMPTION OF THE BVM SCHOOL Morristown | 0.6 mi | 6.1 |
| Unity Charter School Morristown | 1.3 mi | 8.2 |
| Lafayette Learning Center Morristown | 1.3 mi | 5.8 |
| SHEPARD PREPARATORY HIGH SCHOOL Morristown | 1.3 mi | 6.8 |
| Morristown High School Morristown | 1.3 mi | 4.9 |
| Normandy Park School Morristown | 1.2 mi | 8.5 |
| THE RED OAKS SCHOOL Morristown | 1.6 mi | 7.6 |
| Alexander Hamilton Morristown | 1.4 mi | 8.6 |
| THE MORRISTOWN BEARD SCHOOL Morristown | 1.6 mi | 6.3 |
| Sussex Avenue School Morristown | 1.9 mi | 8.1 |
| Hillcrest School Morristown | 1.6 mi | 6.5 |
| ACADEMY OF SAINT ELIZABETH Convent Station | 1.7 mi | 6.2 |
| Alfred Vail School Morris Plains | 2.2 mi | 7.1 |
| CHEDER LUBAVITCH Morristown | 1.9 mi | 5.7 |
| Morris Plains Borough School Morris Plains | 2.7 mi | 8.0 |
| VILLA WALSH ACADEMY Morristown | 2.1 mi | 7.0 |
| PG CHAMBERS SCHOOL Cedar Knolls | 2.8 mi | 7.4 |
| Salem Drive School Whippany | 2.6 mi | 5.5 |
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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| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| Bradford Elementary School Upper Montclair, NJ | 7.5 |
| Clinton Public School Clinton, NJ | 7.5 |
| Colonial Road School Franklin Lakes, NJ | 7.5 |
| Deerfield School Short Hills, NJ | 7.5 |
| Frances DeMasi Elementary School Marlton, NJ | 7.5 |
| Frank W. Gavlak Elementary School Wallington, NJ | 7.5 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about The Peck School
What grades does The Peck School serve?
The Peck School serves students in grades Kindergarten through 8th.
How many students attend The Peck School?
The Peck School has an enrollment of approximately 345 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at The Peck School?
The student-teacher ratio at The Peck School 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 Peck School rank in NJ?
The Peck School ranks #74 of 534 private schools in NJ.
What is The Peck School's MySchoolScout rating?
The Peck School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.5 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.
Is The Peck School a private school?
Yes, The Peck 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 The Peck School a religious school?
No, The Peck School is a nonsectarian (non-religious) private school.
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Quick Facts NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)
- Grades
- Kindergarten – 8th
- Enrollment
- 345
- Gender Split
- 81% M / 19% F
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 6.1:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 57
- Type
- private
- Coed Status
- coed
- Affiliation
- Nonsectarian
- School Day
- 8 hours
- Days Per Year
- 165 days
- Setting
- Large Suburb
- County
- Morris County
- Phone
- (973) 539-8660
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