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A+ 5.0 New Jersey, US
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Overall
A+
Matriculation A+
Academics A
Extracurriculars A-
Community A
Reviews A
At Ranney School, we know and value every child to inspire and challenge our students to reach their highest personal potential at every stage of their educational journey.

Ranney is unique in our area. We are the only Age 3 through Grade 12 independent, co-ed, secular college preparatory school in Monmouth County, NJ. From our youngest learners to those looking ahead to college, Ranney students are prepared, supported, challenged, and encouraged as individuals. Ranney offers an innovative, flexible curriculum that balances excellence in traditional subjects while fostering creative, out-of-the-box thinking. Ranney offers a robust student life program that encourages students to pursue not just one, but many interests while at Ranney School. Relationships are the hallmark of a Ranney education. In every division, students are supported by a team of educators who collaborate to nurture academic and extracurricular success as well as personal growth.
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School Stats

Average
Current School
Tuition
$40,520
Enrollment
776
Faculty with Advanced Degrees
68%
Teacher-Student Ratio
1:9
Endowment
$9 million
AP
20
Average SAT Score
1345
Average ACT Score
27.5
Class Size
15

Matriculation

Matriculation

(2024)
Ranking University/College Students
#1 Princeton University 1
#2 Harvard College 1
#2 Massachusetts Institute of Technology 1
#5 Yale University 1
#6 Stanford University 1
#8 University of Pennsylvania 1
#9 Duke University 1
#9 Johns Hopkins University 1
LAC #2 Amherst College 1

AP Scores

(2019)
Number of students who took AP tests
159
Number of tests taken
397

Academics

AP Courses

(20)
Art History
Biology
Calculus AB
Calculus BC
Chemistry
Computer Science A
Art History
Biology
Calculus AB
Calculus BC
Chemistry
Computer Science A
English Language and Composition
English Literature and Composition
French Language and Culture
Macroeconomics
Music Theory
Spanish Language and Culture
United States History
World History
Computer Science Principles
Statistics
Studio Art: Drawing
European History
Chinese Language and Culture
Physics 2
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Sports

(14)
Baseball
Cross Country
Fencing
Field Hockey
Golf
Lacrosse
Baseball
Cross Country
Fencing
Field Hockey
Golf
Lacrosse
Sailing
Soccer
Softball
Squash
Strength and Conditioning
Swimming
Tennis
Track and Field
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Extracurricular Activities and Clubs

(48)
A capella Group
Academic Team
Admissions Ambassadors
Aquariums & Terrariums
Astronomy Club
Big Brothers/Big Sisters
A capella Group
Academic Team
Admissions Ambassadors
Aquariums & Terrariums
Astronomy Club
Big Brothers/Big Sisters
Book Club
Chamber Orchestra
Community Service
Contemporary Band/Jazz Combo Cooking for a Cause
Costumed Figure Drawing
Dance Club
Digital Production
Diversity Club
Entrepreneurship Club
ESTA
Film Club
Girls Who Code
Global Citizenship
Grilling Club
GSA
Habitat for Humanity
Hackathon
Harvard Model Congress
History Club/History Bowl
I Am That Girl
Intramural Sports
Knitting
Lower School Internship (Grade 10 Only)
Math League
MOOC Club
My Hometown
Open Studio
Outdoors Club
Poetry Club
Politics Club
Robotics
Room to Read 
RSVP Literary Magazine
Science Bowl
Speech & Debate
Strategic Games
TAXI World Languages Literary Magazine
Technical Theater Club
Torch Newspaper
Women’s Studies
Yearbook
Zumba
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Arts

(13)
Improvisation
Music
Music Theory
Theater
Ceramics
Graphic Design
Improvisation
Music
Music Theory
Theater
Ceramics
Graphic Design
Illustration
Painting
Photography
Architecture
Jazz
Orchestra
Art History
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Contact Info

https://www.ranneyschool.org/page/Home
235 Hope Road, Tinton Falls, NJ 07724
732-542-4777
admission@ranneyschool.org
New Jersey

Basic Info

Co-ed
Day School Grades: Nursery-12
Suburban
IB: No
ESL: Yes
Year Founded: 1960
Campus Size: 60 acres
Religious Affiliation: No Religious Affiliation

Application Info

Deadline: 01/15
Interview: Zoom, On Campus
Other Accepted Scores: PSAT, SAT, ACT
School Code:
TOEFL: B131
SSAT: 6002
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Frequently Ask Questions about Ranney School

Tell me a bit about Ranney School.
Ranney School is Co-ed private day school located in New Jersey, US. It was founded 1960 , and currently has about 776 students.

For more official information, please visit https://www.ranneyschool.org/page/Home.
Does Ranney School have rigorous academic requirements?
Ranney School is offering 20 AP courses.

Ranney School also have 68% of faculties whose degrees are master and above.
Where do Ranney School students typically go for their colleges?
Based on the most recent matriculation data, 13.88% go to top 50 US universities and colleges*, 22.24% go to top 25, and about 4.69% go to Harvard, Yale, Princeton, Stanford and MIT.

*Ranking is based on the 2024 US News College Ranking.
What is the application requirement for Ranney School?
Similar to most private schools in the US, Ranney School’s typical admission requirements include school transcript, recommendation letter, application essay, and interview (often optional, but highly recommended).
What is the Day Tuition for Ranney School?
The day tuition for Ranney School in 2024 is $40,520 For international students, there are additional fees, such as student management fee and other fees associated with managing international students.

For more information, please contact school’s admission team at admission@ranneyschool.org .
Where is Ranney School located?
Ranney School is located in the State of New Jersey of USA. The closest major city is New York, which is about 30 miles away from school. Most families can choose JFK aireport to travel in and out of school.
How popular is Ranney School on the FindingSchool network?
Based on FindingSchool monthly traffic data as well as onsite search record, Ranney School is among the most popular schools, within top 86 for all schools on FindingSchool.

Also Ranney School has been favorited by 325 users.
How do I complete an application for Ranney School?
The first stop is to carefully review the school profile on FindingSchool to learn more about Ranney School. Most of them are directly provided by the school.

Also it is highly recommended to visit Ranney School’s official site: https://www.ranneyschool.org/page/Home or call them at 732-542-4777.
Are there additional schools that are located close to Ranney School?
Yes, here are few: Hillel Yeshiva High School, Ilan High School and Red Bank Catholic High School.

The closest major city is New York. You can find out more schools near New York here.
What is the FindingSchool rating for Ranney School?
The overall rating for Ranney School is A+.

The section ratings of Ranney School are:
A+ for Matriculation
A for Academics
A- for Extracurriculum
A for Community
A for Students and Parents reviews

Nearby City

New York, New York
New York City, often referred to as NYC, is the most populous city in the United States with a 2020 population of 8.8 million. It is the cultural, financial, and entertainment hub of the world, renowned for its iconic landmarks like Times Square, Central Park, and the Statue of Liberty. The city is home to global institutions such as the United Nations and Wall Street. Known for its diversity and vibrant arts scene, New York City plays a crucial role in shaping international commerce, politics, and culture.
Population (2022) 8,363,710
Cost of Living Higher than average 146%
Nearby Airport JFK aireport

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