Quick Facts (2026-27)
- Top Ranked NJ School
- School Type: Early Childhood / Day Care
- Grades: Prekindergarten-Kindergarten
- Enrollment: 105 students
- Application Deadline: None / Rolling
- Source: ✓Verified school update
Margaret P Muscarelle Child Development Center
About the School
- Located in Garfield, NJ, Margaret P Muscarelle Child Development Center enrolls 105 students in grades PK–K within a nonsectarian early childhood program in a suburban setting.
- Founded in 1951, the center serves families with a student body composed entirely of students of color, ranking it among the top 20% of private schools in New Jersey for diversity.
- The school has a student–teacher ratio of 105:1 with one teacher on staff and a casual dress code policy.
- Margaret P Muscarelle Child Development Center is a member of the National Association for the Education of Young Children and provides co–ed childcare and development services in the Garfield area.
Quick Facts (2026-27)
- Top Ranked NJ School
- School Type: Early Childhood / Day Care
- Grades: Prekindergarten-Kindergarten
- Enrollment: 105 students
- Application Deadline: None / Rolling
- Source: ✓Verified school update
School Rankings
Margaret P Muscarelle Child Development Center ranks among the top 20% of private schools in New Jersey for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
School History
School Facts
School Type
Religious Affiliation
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-Kindergarten
Students By Grade
Year Founded
1951
School Calendar
Student Body
Total Students
105 students
Student Body Type
Co-ed
% Students of Color
100%
State avg.: 40%
Academic Profile
Total Classroom Teachers
1 teacher
% Faculty w/Advanced Degree
6%
Classroom Dress Code
Casual
School Membership(s)School Assoc.
Tuition & Financial Aid
Admission Deadline
None / Rolling
Tuition Notes
Our tuition costs include a daily breakfast, lunch and snack.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Margaret P Muscarelle Child Development Center's ranking?
Margaret P Muscarelle Child Development Center ranks among the top 20% of private schools in New Jersey for: Highest percentage of students of color and Oldest founding date.
When is the application deadline for Margaret P Muscarelle Child Development Center?
The application deadline for Margaret P Muscarelle Child Development Center is rolling (applications are reviewed as they are received year-round).
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