Hunterdon Preparatory School is a private, not-for-profit day school serving students between the ages of 12 (7th grade) through 21 from over 45 school districts and 9 counties in New Jersey. Our students are complex learners who benefit from individualized instruction and social support experiences that enable them to discover their abilities and talents.
At Hunterdon Prep we believe that by working together we can create a community that can meet everyone's needs.
Quick Stats (2025)
- School Type: Special Education School
- Grades: 7-12
- Average class size: 9 students
- Application Deadline: None / Rolling
- Source: Verified school update
School Overview
School Type
Religious Affiliation
Grades Offered
Grades 7-12
Summer School Offered
Yes
Summer Program Details
Student Body
Total Students
n/a
Student Body Type
Co-ed
% Students of Color
14%
State avg.: 39%
Academics and Faculty
Total Classroom Teachers
12 teachers
Average Class Size
9 students
Classroom Dress Code
Casual
Tuition and Acceptance Rate
Admission Deadline
None / Rolling
School Notes
- HPS students are unique, bright and richly talented. They arecapable, complex learners who have struggled to access their gifts, talents and abilities in traditional school settings.HPS students respond to a relational and experiential teaching approach that focuses on individual growth.Our students benefit from a social learning environment that values acceptance, responsibility and respect above all other outcomes.
- What makes HPS unique is the emphasis we place on teaching our students to practice direct, respectful communication skills as the best way to create and maintain healthy connections with others.Students learn to work together to create acommunity that meets everyone's needs.HPS staff and students work together to create a school culture where everyone feels valued and respected.This supportive environment is highly conducive to learning at all levels.
Source: Verified school update
Frequently Asked Questions
Does Hunterdon Preparatory School offer a summer program?
Yes, Hunterdon Preparatory School offers a summer program. Visit their summer school page for more information.
When is the application deadline for Hunterdon Preparatory School?
The application deadline for Hunterdon Preparatory School is rolling (applications are reviewed as they are received year-round).
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