As a parent, you don't want to have to choose between strong academics and a community with strong Christian values.
You want your child to flourish - academically, socially, emotionally, and spiritually.
You want to see them grow while, at the same time, able to soak up those precious moments of childhood.
Our elementary program at Eastern Christian is a whole-child, Christian education that preserves values and the best parts of being a kid.
Quick Stats (2024-25)
- Top Ranked NJ School
- Grades: Prekindergarten-2
- Enrollment: 286 students
- Yearly Tuition: $13,050
- Acceptance rate: 54%
- Average class size: 20 students
- Application Deadline: None / Rolling
- Source: Verified school update
Top Rankings
Eastern Christian Preschool & Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of private schools in New Jersey for:
Category
Attribute
Acceptance Rate
Student Body
School History
School Overview
School Membership(s)School Assoc.
Religious Affiliation
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-2
Learning Difference Programs
Yes
Year Founded
1892
Student Body
Total Students
286 students
Student Body Type
Co-ed
% Students of Color
29%
State avg.: 39%
Students by Grade
Academics and Faculty
Total Classroom Teachers
21 teachers
Student : Teacher Ratio
14:1
National avg.: 13:1
Average Class Size
20 students
Classroom Dress Code
Casual
Tuition and Acceptance Rate
Admission Deadline
None / Rolling
Yearly Tuition Cost
$13,050
Tuition Notes
Eastern Christian School awards approximately $2 million in scholarship each year through our Variable Tuition program.See variable tuition range and learn more online at www.easternchristian.org/admissions/tuition-fees
% on Financial Aid
40%
Average Financial Aid Grant
$5,000
Acceptance Rate
54%
National avg.: 85%
Admissions Director
Suzanne Kraai
Endowment Size
$7 million
Extracurriculars
Total ExtracurricularsTotal Extra-curric.
3 extracurriculars
ExtracurricularsExtra-curric.
Club or Organization:
After School Program
Arts and Music Programs:
After School Program
Recreational Athletic Programs:
After School Program
After School Program
Arts and Music Programs:
After School Program
Recreational Athletic Programs:
After School Program
School Notes
- At EC, you can expect a solid and diverse academic foundation and a Christian value system that aligns with what you're modeling at home. Student safety is our top priority, and not just physical safety. We also pursue emotional, social, and spiritual wellbeing through nurturing, supportive teachers, like-minded peers, and a campus community that reflects a Christian worldview.
- We have a dedicated School Security Officer, and a campus designed for physical, emotional, and social safety, with communications, training, protocols, and counseling services.
- Through our dedicated faculty and staff members, our preschool and elementary school students feel seen and valued. With small class sizes, we`re able to really know your child.
- Whether it`s individualized academic support or seeing Christian values modeled in the classroom, your child will unlock their potential, and uncover new interests and passions.
Source: Verified school update
Frequently Asked Questions
How much does Eastern Christian Preschool & Elementary School cost?
Eastern Christian Preschool & Elementary School's tuition is approximately $13,050 for private students.
What is the acceptance rate of Eastern Christian Preschool & Elementary School?
The acceptance rate of Eastern Christian Preschool & Elementary School is 54%, which is lower than the national average of 78%. Eastern Christian Preschool & Elementary School's acceptance rate is ranked among the top private schools in New Jersey with low acceptance rates.
What is Eastern Christian Preschool & Elementary School's ranking?
Eastern Christian Preschool & Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of private schools in New Jersey for: Lowest average acceptance rates, Largest student body and Oldest founding date.
When is the application deadline for Eastern Christian Preschool & Elementary School?
The application deadline for Eastern Christian Preschool & Elementary School is rolling (applications are reviewed as they are received year-round).
School Calendar
View the Eastern Christian Preschool & Elementary School yearly calendar below. Note key dates such as:
Event
Date
Thanksgiving Break (1/2 Day)
November 27, 2024 (Wednesday)
Thanksgiving Break (no school)
November 28, 2024 (Thursday)
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School Reviews
5 5/17/2024
So grateful for EC Elementary School providing a conducive environment where our kids can not only excel academically, but, most importantly, in their knowledge of God's word.
5 2/9/2024
We are so thankful for Eastern Christian School! Everything, from the curriculum to the staff, is excellent and Christ-centered. The campus is beautiful and there is a friendly face wherever you turn. Our children are in wonderful hands at EC!
5 9/22/2023
We have been a part of the EC community since 2019. It has been so welcoming, nurturing, and safe for our 3 children. Student security with a Biblical worldview setting is a top priority and is evident through the teachers and staff. Weekly chapels build community amongst the students, teachers, and parents. I continue to be impressed by EC's quality of technology and programming on campus. When all parties work towards the main vision, the result is Eastern Christian School. We are very happy here.
5 1/23/2023
We are so thankful for Eastern Christians. It is a happy and safe place for my children in every sense of the word. I never worry about what they will see or hear, whether that be from the curriculum or their friends. They receive an amazing well-rounded education with an array of extracurricular activities to choose from. But most importantly, I know everyone there has my children`s best interests in mind and is not only there to teach them academics but to pray for them and help expand their Christian worldview.
5 4/23/2018
When our family moved to northern NJ from Chicago years ago, we wanted to make sure that our children had a great Christian education that didn't limit them academically. THAT is what we found at EC. As a P-12 Christian School system, there are many advantages in the curriculum and resources that our kids have. Great academics taught by loving Christian teachers who model amazing character for our kids. It's everything that we had hoped our school could be!
5 2/6/2017
As a parent I am so grateful for the quality of education and the loving, caring way that my children are being taught at Eastern Christian Elementary School. The principal and teachers genuinely take an interest in each child and family. The school also offers a wide range of extracurricular activities and has quality music and art programs available.
5 2/6/2017
Eastern Christian Elementary School is one of North Jersey's best kept secrets! The classes are small and the teachers are awesome! Our faith and beliefs are integrated into the classroom and equal emphasis is placed on the character development of the child, which we have seen carry over into our home. The teachers are so warm and caring, they really go the extra mile to ensure that my children are learning and involved. I love EC and would not want my children to go anywhere else!
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