The Pennington School (Top Ranked 草榴社区 School for 2026-27)

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Quick Facts (2026-27)

Top Ranked NJ School
Grades: 6-12
Enrollment: 541 students
Yearly Tuition: $48,600
Acceptance rate: 24%
Average class size: 13 students
Application Deadline: Feb. 1
Source: 鉁�Verified school update

School Rankings

The Pennington School ranks among the top 20% of private schools in New Jersey for:

School Facts

Religious Affiliation

Methodist

Grades Offered

Grades 6-12

Students By Grade

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Distribution of Students By Grade
Grade	The Pennington School
6	24
7	31
8	43
9	104
10	116
11	120
12	103

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Learning Difference Programs

Yes

Learning Programs Supported

Language-based

Year Founded

1838

Campus Size

55 acres

School Motto

Honor. Virtue. Humility.

Student Body

Total Students

541 students

Student Body Type

Co-ed

Academic Profile

Total Classroom Teachers

122 teachers

Student-Teacher Ratio

4:1

National avg.:

% Faculty w/Advanced Degree

78%

Average Class Size

13 students

Average SAT score

1293

(Out of 1600)

Average ACT score

(Out of 36)

Matriculation DataMatric. Data

Classroom Dress Code

Formal

Number of AP Courses

45 courses

List of Courses Offered

Advanced Courses

BiologyCalculus AB

Calculus BCChemistry

Computer Science AEnglish Language and Composition

English Literature and CompositionFrench Language and Culture

German Language and CultureGovernment and Politics

LatinMacroeconomics

Modern European HistoryMusic Theory

Physics CSpanish Language and Culture

Spanish Literature and CultureStatistics

Studio ArtUnited States Government and Politics

United States History

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School Membership(s)School Assoc.

National Association of Independent Schools (NAIS)
The Association of Boarding Schools (TABS)
Middle States Association Commissions on Elementary and Secondary Schools (MSA-CESS)

Tuition & Financial Aid

Admission Deadline

Feb. 1

Yearly Tuition Cost

$48,600

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Tuition Notes

Boarding tuition is $72,400

% on Financial Aid

33%

Average Financial Aid Grant

$30,000

Acceptance Rate

24%

National avg.: 82%

Admissions Director

Sharon Jarboe

Admissions Associate

Lynn Zahn

Endowment Size

$42.5 million

Sports

Total Sports Offered

16 sports

Sports

BaseballBasketball

CheeringCross Country

TennisTrack and Field

Water PoloWinter Track

Colors

Black, Red

School Mascot

Tigers

Extracurriculars

Total ExtracurricularsTotal Extra-curric.

1 extracurricular

ExtracurricularsExtra-curric.

Club or Organization:

https://www.pennington.org/community/students/activities-clubs

School Notes

The Pennington School is an independent coeducational school for students in grades 6 through 12, in both day and boarding programs, with a current enrollment of 525 students with over 30 countries and cultures represented on campus.
The curriculum is college preparatory, with an emphasis on fostering the development of the whole student through academics, athletics, community service, and the creative and performing arts.
Within the curriculum, there are also programs for international students and for students with language-based learning differences.
Founded in 1838, Pennington values both tradition and innovation, applying the values gleaned from centuries of learning, along with the most up-to-date knowledge, to a rapidly changing world.
The School's faculty members focus not only on what they can teach the students but also on what the varied perspectives of the student body may contribute to the entire educational experience.

The Pennington School is an independent coeducational school for students in grades 6 through 12, in both day and boarding programs. The curriculum is college preparatory, with an emphasis on individual excellence, fostering the development of the whole student through academics, athletics, community service, and the creative and performing arts.

Sample of notable school alumni/alumnae:
- Dontae Johnson '10 - Cornerback in the NFL for the Seattle Seahawks
- Michael Lee Brown '11 - Cast member for the Broadway show, "Dear Evan Hansen"

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Frequently Asked Questions

How much does The Pennington School cost?

The Pennington School's tuition is approximately $48,600 for private students.

What is the acceptance rate of The Pennington School?

The acceptance rate of The Pennington School is 24%, which is lower than the national average of 78%. The Pennington School's acceptance rate is ranked among the top private schools in New Jersey with low acceptance rates.

Who are famous alumni from The Pennington School?

The Pennington School famous alumni include: Dontae Johnson '10 and Michael Lee Brown '11.

What sports does The Pennington School offer?

The Pennington School offers 16 interscholastic sports: Baseball, Basketball, Cheering, Cross Country, Field Hockey, Football, Golf, Ice Hockey, Lacrosse, Soccer, Softball, Swimming, Tennis, Track and Field, Water Polo and Winter Track. The Pennington School is ranked as one of the top 20% of private schools in New Jersey for most sports offered.

What is The Pennington School's ranking?

The Pennington School ranks among the top 20% of private schools in New Jersey for: Lowest average acceptance rates, Largest student body, Most AP courses offered, Most sports offered and Oldest founding date.

When is the application deadline for The Pennington School?

The application deadline for The Pennington School is Feb. 1.

School Calendar

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Date

Upper School OPEN HOUSE

October 18, 2026 (Sunday)

Dorms close at noon for Thanksgiving break

November 21, 2026 (Saturday)

NO CLASSES: Thanksgiving Break

November 23, 2026 (Monday)

NO CLASSES: Thanksgiving Break

November 24, 2026 (Tuesday)

NO CLASSES: Thanksgiving Break

November 25, 2026 (Wednesday)

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The average private school tuition in Mercer County, NJ is $32,973 for elementary schools and $42,898 for high schools (read more about average private school tuition across the country).

The average acceptance rate in Mercer County, NJ is 68% (read more about average acceptance rates across the country).