Founded in 1907, Oratory Prep is committed to the educational development of young men (grades 7'12), sharing with them a vision of life rooted in and enlivened by the Roman Catholic tradition.
Oratory offers a rigorous education to prepare our students for college and beyond.
The Oratory Family is a small, tightly knit community with a strong tradition of spiritual vitality, academic excellence, and community service.
Oratory's focus on the individual has made an important difference in the lives of thousands of young men.
Quick Stats (2024-25)
- Top Ranked NJ School
- Grades: 7-12
- Enrollment: 376 students
- Application Deadline: None / Rolling
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES)
Top Rankings
Oratory Preparatory School 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 7-12
Awards
Blue Ribbon School - Selected in 2015
Student Body
Total Students
376 students
Student Body Type
% Students of Color
8%
State avg.: 39%
Students by Grade
Academics and Faculty
Total Classroom Teachers
37 teachers
Student : Teacher Ratio
10:1
National avg.: 13:1
Tuition and Acceptance Rate
Admission Deadline
None / Rolling
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES)
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Oratory Preparatory School's ranking?
Oratory Preparatory School ranks among the top 20% of private schools in New Jersey for: Largest student body.
When is the application deadline for Oratory Preparatory School?
The application deadline for Oratory Preparatory School is rolling (applications are reviewed as they are received year-round).
School Reviews
5 2/23/2019
My son is in 7th grade. He loves going to school. The teachers are exceptional. they engage with their students and want their students to do well. Choosing oratory for our son was the best decision we made. we are blessed to be part of the oratory family
5 9/20/2018
Great school with great people! School is improving in all aspects each year, and it is awesome to watch it grow!
5 5/6/2018
OP has it all, great academics, athletics, faculty, administrators, students, parents, facilities and student body. Wish we had more boys ....
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