The Pilgrim Academy is a private non-profit Christian day school founded in 1971 by Dr.
Warren Allem and the Emmanuel Church to serve the young people of southern New Jersey.
The Academy seeks to give every student, without discrimination, a strong college-preparatory liberal arts education within the context of a Christian world and life view.
The highest aim of the school is to see its students accept God's call to redemption and then apply Christianity to every area of life.
Quick Stats (2025)
- Top Ranked NJ School
- Grades: Prekindergarten-12
- Enrollment: 347 students
- Application Deadline: None / Rolling
- Source: Verified school update
Top Rankings
The Pilgrim Academy ranks among the top 20% of private schools in New Jersey for:
Category
Attribute
Student Body
School Overview
School Membership(s)School Assoc.
Religious Affiliation
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-12
Learning Difference Programs
Yes
Year Founded
1971
Student Body
Total Students
347 students
Student Body Type
Co-ed
% Students of Color
21%
State avg.: 39%
Students by Grade
Academics and Faculty
Total Classroom Teachers
30 teachers
Student : Teacher Ratio
12:1
National avg.: 13:1
Number of AP Courses
1 course
Classroom Dress Code
Formal
Khaki pants, polo shirt. Skirts, polo shirt.
Tuition and Acceptance Rate
Admission Deadline
None / Rolling
School Notes
- The Pilgrim Academy is a private non-profit Christian day school founded in 1971 by Dr. Warren Allem and the Emmanuel Church to serve the young people of southern New Jersey. The Academy seeks to give every student, without discrimination, a strong college-preparatory liberal arts education within the context of a Christian world and life view. The highest aim of the school is to see its students accept God's call to redemption and then apply Christianity to every area of life.
Source: Verified school update
Frequently Asked Questions
What is The Pilgrim Academy's ranking?
The Pilgrim Academy ranks among the top 20% of private schools in New Jersey for: Largest student body.
When is the application deadline for The Pilgrim Academy?
The application deadline for The Pilgrim Academy is rolling (applications are reviewed as they are received year-round).
School Calendar
View the The Pilgrim Academy yearly calendar below. Note key dates such as:
Event
Date
School Closed - Teacher Convention (Upcoming Events)
March 14, 2025 (Friday)
School Closed - Easter Break (Upcoming Events)
April 18, 2025 (Friday)
School Closed - Memorial Day (Upcoming Events)
May 26, 2025 (Monday)
PreK Picnic - Last Day for PreK!!! Happy Summer! (Upcoming Events)
June 02, 2025 (Monday)
Last Day of School!!! Happy Summer! (Upcoming Events)
June 05, 2025 (Thursday)
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School Reviews
5 5/4/2016
My child has an IEP and the high school near us was a nightmare. Thank God we found this school. Class sizes are small and my child's IEP is followed how it should be. The teachers are more than helpful, the kids attending the school are well mannered and wonderful kids. It's more like a family than a school. Everyone is special and no one gets lost in the crowd wish we would have found it earlier.
5 12/27/2014
Pilgrim is a very small k-12 school that features solid Christian teachers. The headmaster is exceptional and the discipline is thorough. I am five years out from graduation and truly appreciate the discipline this school has taught me.
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