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Stuart Country Day School

1200 Stuart Rd Princeton, NJ 08540

Quick Facts (2026-27)

  • Top Ranked NJ School
  • Grades: Nursery/Preschool-12
  • Enrollment: 275 students
  • Yearly Tuition: $42,375
  • Acceptance rate: 41%
  • Average class size: 12 students
  • Application Deadline: Jan. 15 / rolling
  • Source: ✓Verified school update
Stuart Country Day School Photo #1 - The front of Stuart Country Day School of the Sacred Heart in Princeton, NJ.
Stuart Country Day School Photo #2 - The Middle School at Stuart is a vibrant and energetic learning community, where each of our girls discovers who she is, who she wants to become, and how she will make a positive difference in the world.
Stuart Country Day School Photo #3 - The 27 members of Stuart's Class of 2024 will be attending 23 different colleges and universities across the country.
Stuart Country Day School Photo #4 - As a member of the Network of Sacred Heart Schools, every Upper School student at Stuart has the opportunity to study abroad at one of the over 150 Sacred Heart schools around the globe.
Stuart Country Day School Photo #5 - Stuart Athletics focuses on values such as teamwork, leadership, and resilience nurturing each student to build confidence and character that extends well beyond the game.
Stuart Country Day School Photo #6 - The Lower School at Stuart awakens and celebrates each girl's unique gifts by immersing her in a safe, nurturing atmosphere that fosters her spiritual, intellectual, and social growth.
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Quick Facts (2026-27)

  • Top Ranked NJ School
  • Grades: Nursery/Preschool-12
  • Enrollment: 275 students
  • Yearly Tuition: $42,375
  • Acceptance rate: 41%
  • Average class size: 12 students
  • Application Deadline: Jan. 15 / rolling
  • Source: ✓Verified school update

School Rankings

Stuart Country Day School ranks among the top 20% of private schools in New Jersey for:

Category
Attribute
Student Body

School Facts

Religious Affiliation
Grades Offered
Grades Nursery/Preschool-12
Students By Grade
ADD/ADHD Support
Yes
Learning Difference Programs
Yes
Year Founded
1963
Summer School Offered
Yes
Summer Program Details

Student Body

Total Students
275 students
Student Body Type
Co-ed
% Students of Color
31%
State avg.: 40%

Academic Profile

Total Classroom Teachers
73 teachers
Student-Teacher Ratio
4:1
National avg.:
% Faculty w/Advanced Degree
71%
Average Class Size
12 students
Average SAT score
1420
(Out of 1600)
Average ACT score
28
(Out of 36)
Matriculation DataMatric. Data
Classroom Dress Code
Formal
Uniforms
Number of AP Courses
18 courses
List of Courses Offered
Advanced Courses
AP BiologyAP Calculus AB
AP Calculus BCAP Chemistry
AP Computer ScienceAP Computer Science: Principles
AP English Literature and CompositionAP Environmental Science
AP French Language and CultureAP Latin
AP Music TheoryAP Physics
AP PsychologyAP Spanish Language and Culture
AP StatisticsAP Studio Art
AP US History

Tuition & Financial Aid

Admission Deadline
Jan. 15 / rolling
Yearly Tuition Cost
Tuition Notes
Visit
% on Financial Aid
48%
Acceptance Rate
41%
National avg.: 82%
College Acceptance Rate
100%
Admissions Director
Hillary Nastro
Admissions Associate
Karen Aubourg
Application URL

Sports

Total Sports Offered
9 sports
Colors
Green and White
School Mascot
Tartans

Extracurriculars

Total ExtracurricularsTotal Extra-curric.
38 extracurriculars
ExtracurricularsExtra-curric.
Club or Organization:
Admissions ClubBlack Student Union
Book ClubCampus Ministry
Diversity and ActivismEarth Wise
Engineering ClubGirl Up
Health and Wellness CommitteeInstrumental Ensemble
International Student Affinity GroupLatinx Heritage Club (LHC)
Math Club/Mu Alpha Theta (Math Honor Society)Medical Club
Mock TrialModel UN
Multicultural ClubNational Honor Society
Outreach CommitteePhotography
RepresentASIANRobotics
Sacred Heart to HeartScience National Honor Society
Seeds to SewSocial Committee
Speech and DebateSpirit Committee
Student GovernmentThe Tartan
Tutoring ClubWomen's Voices
Yearbook


Arts and Music Programs:
Fall PlaySpring Musical
Stage CrewTartantones Choir
Vox Unum Choir

School Notes

  • Stuart Country Day School of the Sacred Heart is a leading PreK to Grade 12 private school in Princeton, NJ dedicated to the education of girls.Stuart is uniquely positioned to provide an environment where girls shine, are willing and able to take risks, and explore every opportunity.
  • Through a highly personalized and academically rigorous curriculum with nurturing and expert faculty who know girls well, Stuart girls graduate as compassionate and empowered global citizens who are driven to be forces of change in our world.
  • Stuart Country Day School of the Sacred Heart is a leading preschool to Grade 12 independent, Catholic school in Princeton, NJ designed just for girls. Stuart's mission is to educate young women to a life of leadership and service within the framework of the Goals and Criteria of the Schools of Sacred Heart. With a highly personalized and rigorous curriculum, exceptional faculty who know girls well, and the space given to grow in their faith, Stuart girls graduate as compassionate and empowered global citizens who are driven to be forces of change in our world. Visitwww.stuartschool.orgfor more information.
Source: Verified school update

Frequently Asked Questions

How much does Stuart Country Day School cost?
Stuart Country Day School's tuition is approximately $42,375 for private students.
What is the acceptance rate of Stuart Country Day School?
The acceptance rate of Stuart Country Day School is 41%, which is lower than the national average of 78%. Stuart Country Day School's acceptance rate is ranked among the top private schools in New Jersey with low acceptance rates.
Does Stuart Country Day School offer a summer program?
Yes, Stuart Country Day School offers a summer program. Visit their for more information.
What sports does Stuart Country Day School offer?
Stuart Country Day School offers 9 interscholastic sports: Basketball, Cross Country, Field Hockey, Golf, Lacrosse, Tennis, Track and Field, Volleyball and Winter Track.
What is Stuart Country Day School's ranking?
Stuart Country Day School ranks among the top 20% of private schools in New Jersey for: Highest average SAT score, Lowest average acceptance rates, Largest student body, Most AP courses offered and Most extracurriculars offered.
When is the application deadline for Stuart Country Day School?
The application deadline for Stuart Country Day School is Jan. 15 / rolling (applications are due on Jan. 15 but additional applications are reviewed year-round as space permits ).

School Calendar

View the Stuart Country Day School below. Note key dates such as:

Event
Date
School Closed - Indigenous Peoples' Day
October 12, 2026 (Monday)
School Closed - Thanksgiving Break
November 23, 2026 (Monday)
School Closed - Thanksgiving Break
November 24, 2026 (Tuesday)
School Closed - Thanksgiving Break
November 25, 2026 (Wednesday)
School Closed - Thanksgiving Break
November 26, 2026 (Thursday)

School Reviews

  5.00 out of 5  (6 reviews)
5  
We absolutely love Stuart. Our daughter has attended the school for the past 10 years and we have not considered any other local schools for her. The community is wonderful ... so many wonderful families! The academics are rigorous, but manageable for the girls. There is so much support available for the girls! My daughter has loved her experience with athletics in the Middle School. We are looking forward to moving up to Upper School next year.
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5  
Stuart is an incredible school. The community is everything and I truly love it here. You have tons of opportunities to go outside of just the Stuart community and impact more people. Strongly recommend you come and take a look!
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5  
Stuart is a school that anyone with a daughter in the Princeton area should seriously consider. If reaching out to the Admissions office or even attending an Open House seems like too much, just take a look at the many offerings throughout the year of STEM evenings, summer camps, performances, etc. to see what might work for your family as a taste of Stuart. The feeling of community and support will be there the moment you set foot on the beautiful campus. And the student successes speak for themselves: academic, athletic, artistic. It can't be beat!
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5  
Stuart is an OUTSTANDING school. I have had one daughter go through the entire program and another one in the middle school now. We couldn't be happier with the results for our children! The academics are rigorous, the faculty and staff amazing and the facilities are terrific. When my oldest got to college (a highly-selective, top-rated college in NE) her comment to us was "I wish more of my new classmates had a chance to have gone to Stuart". In addition to the world-class education, Stuart is VERY focused on developing the next-generation of women leaders - and they make it happen! In short, if you are thinking about Stuart, don't hesitate!
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5  
We have daughters in the lower and middle school at Stuart. Although our daughters have very different personalities, strengths, and weaknesses, both have thrived. Initially we chose the school because of the strong academics, however, we also benefited from the variety of programs offered at Stuart. The social emotional learning, the Sacred Heart Network, STEM programs, and the community created inside and outside the walls of Stuart are just a few examples of what sets Stuart girls apart.
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5  
The decision to send our daughter to middle school at Stuart, a decision made entirely by her mother, was the best educational/character development decision we have ever made on behalf of any of our five children. She is growing up right in front of our eyes!
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The average private school tuition in Princeton, NJ is $35,240 for elementary schools and $43,613 for high schools (read more about average private school tuition across the country).
The average acceptance rate in Princeton, NJ is 60% (read more about average acceptance rates across the country).

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