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Shepard School

2 Miller Rd
Butler, NJ 07405
Our Lady of the Magnificat School is committed to providing a quality Catholic education with students, families, faculty, administration, parish and community members working in concert to nourish each other and create a positive difference.
In an environment rooted in the beliefs of the Catholic Church, supported by prayer and sacrament, we will nurture each individual with the love of Christ.
We will strive to fully develop students character and personal integrity, allowing them to reach their fullest potential academically, spiritually, physically, and socially thereby preparing them to be contributing, responsible citizens of a rapidly changing global society.

Quick Facts (2025-26)

  • School Type: Special Education School
  • Grades: 1-8
  • Enrollment: 74 students
  • Yearly Tuition: $25,000
  • Acceptance rate: 80%
  • Average class size: 15 students
  • Application Deadline: None / Rolling
  • Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES)

School Overview

School Membership(s)School Assoc.
Religious Affiliation
Grades Offered
Grades 1-8
Year Founded
1991
School Calendar

Student Body

Total Students
74 students
Student Body Type
Co-ed
% Students of Color
22%
State avg.: 40%
Students by Grade
Shepard School Student By Grade

Academics and Faculty

Total Classroom Teachers
12 teachers
Student-Teacher Ratio
6:1
National avg.:
Average Class Size
15 students
Number of AP Courses
5 courses

Tuition and Acceptance Rate

Admission Deadline
None / Rolling
Yearly Tuition Cost
Acceptance Rate
80%
National avg.: 81%
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School Notes

  • School Motto: Unlocking the potential in each student
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES)

Frequently Asked Questions

How much does Shepard School cost?
Shepard School's tuition is approximately $25,000 for private students.
What schools are Shepard School often compared to?
Shepard School is often viewed alongside schools like Our Lady Of Mount Carmel School by visitors of our site.
What is the acceptance rate of Shepard School?
The acceptance rate of Shepard School is 80%, which is higher than the national average of 77%.
When is the application deadline for Shepard School?
The application deadline for Shepard School is rolling (applications are reviewed as they are received year-round).

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Quick Facts (2025-26)

  • School Type: Special Education School
  • Grades: 1-8
  • Enrollment: 74 students
  • Yearly Tuition: $25,000
  • Acceptance rate: 80%
  • Average class size: 15 students
  • Application Deadline: None / Rolling
  • Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES)

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Did You Know?

The average private school tuition in Morris County, NJ is $24,673 for elementary schools and $29,484 for high schools (read more about average private school tuition across the country).
The average acceptance rate in Morris County, NJ is 80% (read more about average acceptance rates across the country).

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