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Best Montclair ²ÝÁñÉçÇø Preschools (2025-26)

For the 2025-26 school year, there are 4 private preschools serving 1,696 students in Montclair, NJ.
The top ranked private preschools in Montclair, NJ include Lacordaire Academy, The Montclair Kimberley Academy, and St. Cassian Elementary School.
The average acceptance rate is 60%, which is lower than the New Jersey private preschool average acceptance rate of 78%.
50% of private preschools in Montclair, NJ are religiously affiliated (most commonly Catholic).

Top Ranked Montclair ²ÝÁñÉçÇø Preschools (2025-26)

School
Location
Quick Facts
Lacordaire Academy
(Catholic)
155 Lorraine Ave
Montclair, NJ 07043
(973) 744-1156
Gr: PK-12 | 252 students Avg. class size: 10 students
The Montclair Kimberley Academy
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201 Valley Road
Montclair, NJ 07042
(973) 746-9800
Gr: PK-12 | 1,046 student Avg. class size: 15 students Sports: 21 | Extracurrculars: 5 Tuition listed
St. Cassian Elementary School
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(Catholic)
(2)
190 Lorraine Ave
Montclair, NJ 07043
(973) 746-1636
Gr: PK-8 | 266 students Avg. class size: 15 students
Montclair Cooperative School
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(12)
65 Chestnut Street
Montclair, NJ 07042
(973) 783-4955
Gr: NS-8 | 132 students Avg. class size: 11 students Extracurrculars: 8 Tuition & acceptance rate listed

Frequently Asked Questions

What are the top ranked private preschools in Montclair, NJ?
The top ranked private preschools in Montclair, NJ include Lacordaire Academy, The Montclair Kimberley Academy, and St. Cassian Elementary School.
How many private preschools are located in Montclair?
4 private preschools are located in Montclair.
What percentage of private preschools are religiously affiliated in Montclair?
50% of private preschools in Montclair are religiously affiliated (most commonly Catholic).

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