Don Bosco Preparatory High School (Top Ranked 草榴社区 School for 2026-27)

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Quick Facts (2026-27)

Top Ranked NJ School
Grades: 9-12
Enrollment: 803 students
Yearly Tuition: $14,200
Acceptance rate: 100%
Average class size: 21 students
Application Deadline: Dec. 14
Source: 鉁�Verified school update

School Rankings

Don Bosco Preparatory High School ranks among the top 20% of private schools in New Jersey for:

School Facts

Religious Affiliation

Catholic

Grades Offered

Grades 9-12

Students By Grade

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Distribution of Students By Grade
Grade	Don Bosco Preparatory High School
9	228
10	222
11	175
12	178

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ADD/ADHD Support

Yes

Learning Difference Programs

Yes

Year Founded

1915

Summer School Offered

Yes

School Calendar

Campus Size

36 acres

Student Body

Total Students

803 students

Student Body Type

All-boys

% Students of Color

38%

State avg.: 40%

Academic Profile

Total Classroom Teachers

75 teachers

Student-Teacher Ratio

11:1

National avg.:

% Faculty w/Advanced Degree

82%

Average Class Size

21 students

Average SAT score

1320

(Out of 1600)

Average ACT score

(Out of 36)

Classroom Dress Code

Casual

DBP Polo Shirt, Khaki Pants, Dress Shoes

Number of AP Courses

26 courses

Advanced Courses

AP BiologyAP Calculus AB

AP Calculus BCAP Chemistry

AP Computer ScienceAP English Language

AP English LiteratureAP European History

AP PhysicsAP Psychology

AP Spanish LanguageAP Studio Art

AP United States History

School Membership(s)School Assoc.

National Catholic Educational Association (NCEA)
Middle States Association Commissions on Elementary and Secondary Schools (MSA-CESS)

Tuition & Financial Aid

Admission Deadline

Dec. 14

Yearly Tuition Cost

$14,200

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Tuition Notes

Underclassmen Student Fee - $535 Capital Improvement Fee - $500 Registration Fee - $850

Acceptance Rate

100%

National avg.: 82%

College Acceptance Rate

100%

Admissions Director

Christopher Donnelly

Admissions Associate

Marilyn Palka

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Sports

Total Sports Offered

21 sports

Colors

White, Maroon

School Mascot

Ironmen

Extracurriculars

Total ExtracurricularsTotal Extra-curric.

69 extracurriculars

ExtracurricularsExtra-curric.

Writers' Club

Club or Organization:

AmbassadorsAmnesty International

Asian ClubAutism Awareness Club

Black Student AssociationBook Club

Business ClubChess Club

Computer ClubCreative Writing Club

Criminal Justice/Law ClubDebate Team

Emergency RespondersEnglish Honor Society

Environmental AwarenessFrench Club

French Honor SocietyFrisbee Teams

German Culture ClubGerman Honor Society

Health Occupations Students of AmericaHistory Club

Ironmen Fighting CancerIronmen Speak Out

Italian ClubItalian Honor Society

Junior Statesmen of AmericaKnights of Don Bosco

Latin ClubLINK Club

Literary MagazineMath Honor Society

Math TeamMission Club

Mock TrialModel Congress

Model UNMSG Varsity Reporters

National Honor SocietyNewspaper - The Ironman

Peer MediationPhotography Club

Pro Life ClubProm Committees

Prospective Physicians ClubRobotics Team

SADD - Students Against Destructive DecisionsScience Honor Society

Spanish ClubSpanish Honor Society

SpectrumStudent Council

Wilderness Survival ClubYearbook - The Bosconian

Youth Ministry Club

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Arts and Music Programs:

Art ClubBagpipe and Drum Corps

Concert BandConcert Choir

Liturgical Music GroupSchool Musical

Stage CrewString Ensemble

TV Club

Recreational Athletic Programs:

IntramuralsOutdoors Club

Ping Pong ClubSki and Snowboard Club

School Notes

Don Bosco Prep is a private, Catholic, college preparatory high school for young men, grades 9 through 12.
Administered by the Salesian Society of St. John Bosco, a religious order of priests and brothers, Don Bosco Prep is solidly founded on Catholic philosophy.
The school offers rigorous academics at the AP, Honors and College Preparatory levels.
Broad offerings are also provided in extracurricular activities, clubs and athletics.
Accredited by The Middle States Association of Colleges and Schools, Don Bosco Prep is a member of The Association for Supervision and Curriculum Development, The National Catholic Education Association, The National Association of Secondary School Principals, The National Honor Society, and the The New Jersey State Interscholastic Athletic Association.

CLASS of 2025 ACHIEVEMENTS
1 National Merit Scholarship Finalist
5 National Merit Commended Scholars
Over $31 million in scholarships, grants and financial aid from colleges and universities
99-100% of graduates attend college, the balance enter the military or attend a post graduate school for sports.

Source: Verified school update

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Frequently Asked Questions

How much does Don Bosco Preparatory High School cost?

Don Bosco Preparatory High School's tuition is approximately $14,200 for private students.

What schools are Don Bosco Preparatory High School often compared to?

Don Bosco Preparatory High School is often viewed alongside schools like Bergen Catholic High School by visitors of our site.

What is the acceptance rate of Don Bosco Preparatory High School?

The acceptance rate of Don Bosco Preparatory High School is 100%, which is higher than the national average of 78%.

What sports does Don Bosco Preparatory High School offer?

Don Bosco Preparatory High School offers 21 interscholastic sports: Alpine Skiing, Baseball, Basketball, Bowling, Crew, Cross Country, Fencing, Football, Golf, Ice Hockey, Lacrosse, Mountain Biking, Rugby, Soccer, Swimming, Tennis, Track and Field, Ultimate Frisbee, Volleyball, Winter Track and Wrestling. Don Bosco Preparatory High School is ranked as one of the top 20% of private schools in New Jersey for most sports offered.

What is Don Bosco Preparatory High School's ranking?

Don Bosco Preparatory High School ranks among the top 20% of private schools in New Jersey for: Highest percentage of faculty with advanced degrees, Largest student body, Most AP courses offered, Most sports offered, Most extracurriculars offered and Oldest founding date.

When is the application deadline for Don Bosco Preparatory High School?

The application deadline for Don Bosco Preparatory High School is Dec. 14.

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The average private school tuition in Bergen County, NJ is $17,613 for elementary schools and $21,748 for high schools (read more about average private school tuition across the country).

The average acceptance rate in Bergen County, NJ is 78% (read more about average acceptance rates across the country).