Quick Facts (2026-27)
- Top Ranked NJ School
- Grades: 7-12
- Enrollment: 376 students
- Yearly Tuition: $19,000
- Acceptance rate: 65%
- Application Deadline: None / Rolling
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES)
Oratory Preparatory School
About the School
- Founded in 1907, Oratory Prep is committed to the educational development of young men (grades 7'12), sharing with them a vision of life rooted in and enlivened by the Roman Catholic tradition.
- Oratory offers a rigorous education to prepare our students for college and beyond.
- The Oratory Family is a small, tightly knit community with a strong tradition of spiritual vitality, academic excellence, and community service.
- Oratory's focus on the individual has made an important difference in the lives of thousands of young men.
Quick Facts (2026-27)
- Top Ranked NJ School
- Grades: 7-12
- Enrollment: 376 students
- Yearly Tuition: $19,000
- Acceptance rate: 65%
- Application Deadline: None / Rolling
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES)
School Rankings
Oratory Preparatory School ranks among the top 20% of private schools in New Jersey for:
School Facts
Religious Affiliation
Grades Offered
Grades 7-12
Students By Grade
Year Founded
1907
School Calendar
Awards
Blue Ribbon School - Selected in 2015
School Motto
Preparing Lives, One by One
Student Body
Academic Profile
Total Classroom Teachers
37 teachers
Student-Teacher Ratio
10:1
National avg.:
School Membership(s)School Assoc.
Tuition & Financial Aid
Admission Deadline
None / Rolling
Yearly Tuition Cost
$19,000
Acceptance Rate
65%
National avg.: 82%
Application URL
Sports
Colors
Royal blue, Gold
School Notes
- Founded in 1907, Oratory Prep is committed to the educational development of young men (grades 7'12), sharing with them a vision of life rooted in and enlivened by the Roman Catholic tradition. Oratory offers a rigorous education to prepare our students for college and beyond. The Oratory Family is a small, tightly knit community with a strong tradition of spiritual vitality, academic excellence, and community service. Oratory's focus on the individual has made an important difference in the lives of thousands of young men.
- Sample of notable school alumni/alumnae:
- Thomas Edison, Inventor -
- Martin Luther King Jr., Civil Rights Leader -
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES)
Frequently Asked Questions
How much does Oratory Preparatory School cost?
Oratory Preparatory School's tuition is approximately $19,000 for private students.
What is the acceptance rate of Oratory Preparatory School?
The acceptance rate of Oratory Preparatory School is 65%, which is lower than the national average of 78%.
Who are famous alumni from Oratory Preparatory School?
Oratory Preparatory School famous alumni include: Thomas Edison, Inventor and Martin Luther King Jr., Civil Rights Leader.
What is Oratory Preparatory School's ranking?
Oratory Preparatory School ranks among the top 20% of private schools in New Jersey for: Largest student body and Oldest founding date.
When is the application deadline for Oratory Preparatory School?
The application deadline for Oratory Preparatory School is rolling (applications are reviewed as they are received year-round).
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School Reviews
5 2/23/2019
My son is in 7th grade. He loves going to school. The teachers are exceptional. they engage with their students and want their students to do well. Choosing oratory for our son was the best decision we made. we are blessed to be part of the oratory family
5 9/20/2018
Great school with great people! School is improving in all aspects each year, and it is awesome to watch it grow!
5 5/6/2018
OP has it all, great academics, athletics, faculty, administrators, students, parents, facilities and student body. Wish we had more boys ....
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