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#258 of 534 private schools in NJ
Top 48% of private schools
Winston Preparatory School
School
901 STATE ROUTE 10, Whippany, NJ 07981
Enrollment
86
Student-Teacher
2.9:1
Score
6.5
Grades
4th – 12th
Enrollment
86
Student-Teacher
2.9:1
Score
6.5
Grades
4th – 12th
Data vintage
2021-22
Data vintage2021-22
How this school compares
New Jersey private schools
#258 of 534
In Whippany
#3 of 3
public schools
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About Winston Preparatory School
Winston Preparatory School is a private school in Whippany, NJ. Winston Preparatory School serves approximately 86 students, and covers grades 4th-12th, and has a 2.9:1 student-teacher ratio. Winston Preparatory School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.5 out of 10 and ranks #258 of 534 private schools in NJ.
- This school 6.5 · Average
- NJ avg 6.4
What Parents Should Know
At 86 students, Winston Preparatory 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 2.9:1 students to teachers, Winston Preparatory School sits well below the national average. Smaller classes like that usually mean more one-on-one time between students and teachers.
Winston 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.
Compare to Public Schools
BetaHow Winston Preparatory School compares to the 4 public schools in Whippany, NJ
Student Demographics
All Schools in Whippany
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| Winston Preparatory School (this school) | 6.5 |
| Whippany Park High School | 6.9 |
| Salem Drive School | 5.5 |
| Memorial Junior School | 7.0 |
| Bee Meadow School | 6.2 |
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
901 STATE ROUTE 10, Whippany, NJ 07981
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Winston Preparatory School may also want to explore other schools in the area. PG CHAMBERS SCHOOL (rated 7.4/10, 0.9 miles away, in nearby Cedar Knolls), which scores slightly higher. Additionally, THE CALAIS SCHOOL (rated 6.9/10, 1.0 miles away), which scores slightly higher. For more schools in Whippany, see our Whippany schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 3.2 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| INSPIRE KIDS Whippany | 0.5 mi | — |
| ARROW ACADEMY Whippany | 0.6 mi | 7.8 |
| Whippany Park High School Whippany | 0.8 mi | 6.9 |
| Salem Drive School Whippany | 0.9 mi | 5.5 |
| PG CHAMBERS SCHOOL Cedar Knolls | 0.9 mi | 7.4 |
| Memorial Junior School Whippany | 0.9 mi | 7.0 |
| THE CALAIS SCHOOL Whippany | 1.0 mi | 6.9 |
| Bee Meadow School Whippany | 1.3 mi | 6.2 |
| Mountview Road School Morris Plains | 1.5 mi | 7.8 |
| THE MORRISTOWN BEARD SCHOOL Morristown | 1.8 mi | 6.3 |
| Lake Parsippany Elementary School Parsippany | 2.5 mi | 5.4 |
| APPLE MONTESSORI SCHOOL OF MORRIS PLAINS Morris Plains | 2.4 mi | — |
| Eastlake Elementary School Parsippany | 2.6 mi | 5.3 |
| Brooklawn Middle School Parsippany | 2.5 mi | 7.8 |
| Normandy Park School Morristown | 2.5 mi | 8.5 |
| Unity Charter School Morristown | 2.4 mi | 8.2 |
| Troy Hills Elementary School Parsippany | 2.6 mi | 9.2 |
| Parsippany Hills High School Parsippany | 2.9 mi | 6.6 |
| Littleton Elementary School Parsippany | 2.9 mi | 5.6 |
| ACADEMY OF SAINT ELIZABETH Convent Station | 3.2 mi | 6.2 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 07981 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$153,329
Median Home Value
$611,300
Median Rent
$2,619/mo
Population
8,908
College Educated
55%
Homeownership
88.9%
Avg Commute
25.8 min
Poverty Rate
3.6%
Median Age
49.4
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| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| BANCROFT SCHOOL AT VOORMEES PEDIATRIC FACILITY Voorhees, NJ | 6.6 |
| MOUNT CARMEL GUILD ACADEMY West Orange, NJ | 6.4 |
| THE TITUSVILLE ACADEMY Titusville, NJ | 6.6 |
| WESTBRIDGE ACADEMY Bloomfield, NJ | 6.4 |
| ALPHA SCHOOL Jackson, NJ | 6.7 |
| CAPE CHRISTIAN ACADEMY Cape May Court House, NJ | 6.7 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Winston Preparatory School
What grades does Winston Preparatory School serve?
Winston Preparatory School serves students in grades 4th through 12th.
How many students attend Winston Preparatory School?
Winston Preparatory School has an enrollment of approximately 86 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Winston Preparatory School?
The student-teacher ratio at Winston Preparatory School is 2.9:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 11:1 for private schools.
How does Winston Preparatory School rank in NJ?
Winston Preparatory School ranks #258 of 534 private schools in NJ.
What is Winston Preparatory School's MySchoolScout rating?
Winston Preparatory School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.5 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.
Is Winston Preparatory School a private school?
Yes, Winston Preparatory 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 Winston Preparatory School a religious school?
No, Winston Preparatory School is a nonsectarian (non-religious) private school.
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Quick Facts NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)
- Grades
- 4th – 12th
- Enrollment
- 86
- Gender Split
- 72% M / 28% F
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 2.9:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 30
- Type
- private
- Coed Status
- coed
- Affiliation
- Nonsectarian
- School Day
- 6.5 hours
- Days Per Year
- 171 days
- Setting
- Large Suburb
- County
- Morris County
- Phone
- (973) 500-6480
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