The Academy of Our Lady of Peace (Top Ranked 糖心原创 for 2026-27)

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Quick Facts (2026-27)

Top Ranked NJ School
Grades: Prekindergarten-8
Enrollment: 212 students
Yearly Tuition: $9,200
Acceptance rate: 100%
Average class size: 15 students
Application Deadline: None / Rolling
Source: 鉁�Verified school update

School Rankings

The Academy of Our Lady of Peace ranks among the top 20% of private schools in New Jersey for:

School Facts

Religious Affiliation

Catholic

Grades Offered

Grades Prekindergarten-8

Students By Grade

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Distribution of Students By Grade
Grade	The Academy of Our Lady of Peace
Nursery	20
Pre-K	40
Kind	30
1	15
2	15
3	15
4	15
5	16
6	16
7	15
8	15

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ADD/ADHD Support

Yes

Learning Difference Programs

Yes

Learning Programs Supported

Dyslexia and mild learning differences

Year Founded

1954

School Calendar

Awards

Blue Ribbon School

School Motto

The Mission of The Academy of Our Lady of Peace is to provide an academically strong and faith-based experience within our community.

Student Body

Total Students

212 students

Student Body Type

Co-ed

% Students of Color

94%

State avg.: 40%

Academic Profile

Total Classroom Teachers

25 teachers

Student-Teacher Ratio

8:1

National avg.:

% Faculty w/Advanced Degree

41%

Average Class Size

15 students

Classroom Dress Code

Formal

Uniforms - Boys, Khaki pants, white shirt, tie and vest. Girls K-4 wear jumpers, grades 5 -8 shirts, white blouses with vests

School Membership(s)School Assoc.

National Catholic Educational Association (NCEA)
Middle States Association Commissions on Elementary and Secondary Schools (MSA-CESS)

Tuition & Financial Aid

Admission Deadline

None / Rolling

Yearly Tuition Cost

$9,200

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Tuition Notes

Discounts may apply for parishioners and families with multiple children. Different rates for preschool program. Please inquire within.

Acceptance Rate

100%

National avg.: 85%

Admissions Director

Mr. James Gargiulo

Admissions Associate

Mrs. Danielle Mollo

Application URL

Sports

Total Sports Offered

6 sports

Sports

BasketballCross Country

SoccerSoftball

Track and FieldVolleyball

School Mascot

Panthers

Extracurriculars

Total ExtracurricularsTotal Extra-curric.

12 extracurriculars

ExtracurricularsExtra-curric.

Newspaper Club

Club or Organization:

Cub ScoutsForensics Team

Girl ScoutsNational Junior Honor Society

Robotics TeamStudent Ambassadors

Student Council GovernmentYearbook Club

Arts and Music Programs:

Instrumental MusicSchool Youth Choir

Recreational Athletic Programs:

After School Enrichment K-8

School Notes

The Academy of Our Lady of Peace is a private, National Blue Ribbon (2017) Catholic school with students in grades Pre-K1 through grade 8, located in New Providence, New Jersey in the Archdiocese of Newark.
Founded in 1954, The Academy of Our Lady of Peace offers its students a top quality education in a faith-based environment.

Academy Excellence!
- We are consistently ranked as one of the top schools in the Archdiocese of Newark with standardized test scores well above the national and local percentiles.
- Our graduates attend the most prestigious preparatory high schools.
- Personalized, nurturing and individualized instruction provided by an outstanding faculty with low student to faculty ratio.
- We offer a full day Kindergarten and full day and half day Pre-K 3 & 4 year-old programs.
- State of the art Science and Computer labs enhance our student learning.
- Before Care and After Care available on school premises.
The Academy Extras!
- The latest technology including a Maker Space Room and Robotics
- STREAM intergration for all grade levels
- Spanish Language Instruction for PK 3 to grade 8
- Latin Instruction for grades 7 & 8
- Technology advanced Science lab
- Special Services through Union County include: ESL, Speech Therapy, Basic Skills, and Child Study Team Testing
Our extra curricular activities include:
- Basketball, Volleyball, Track & Field, and Cross Country
- Instumental Music
- Girl Scouts and Boy Scouts
- Robotics Team
-Student Council Government
- Forensics
- Yearbook
- Choir
- Performing Arts, Spring Musical
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Frequently Asked Questions

How much does The Academy of Our Lady of Peace cost?

The Academy of Our Lady of Peace's tuition is approximately $9,200 for private students.

What is the acceptance rate of The Academy of Our Lady of Peace?

The acceptance rate of The Academy of Our Lady of Peace is 100%, which is higher than the national average of 82%.

What sports does The Academy of Our Lady of Peace offer?

The Academy of Our Lady of Peace offers 6 interscholastic sports: Basketball, Cross Country, Soccer, Softball, Track and Field and Volleyball.

What is The Academy of Our Lady of Peace's ranking?

The Academy of Our Lady of Peace ranks among the top 20% of private schools in New Jersey for: Highest percentage of students of color and Oldest founding date.

When is the application deadline for The Academy of Our Lady of Peace?

The application deadline for The Academy of Our Lady of Peace is rolling (applications are reviewed as they are received year-round).

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Did You Know?

The average private school tuition in Union County, NJ is $15,618 for elementary schools and $20,238 for high schools (read more about average private school tuition across the country).

The average acceptance rate in Union County, NJ is 94% (read more about average acceptance rates across the country).