Ranney School is an Age 3-Grade 12, co-ed, independent school serving students across Monmouth & Ocean Counties, NJ. We provide an accelerated college preparatory program located on 60 acres in Tinton Falls, NJ. Ranney's expert teachers inspire and encourage confidence, creativity and curiosity, leading our students to become lifelong learners.
Our mission is to nurture intellectual curiosity and confidence to inspire students to lead honorably, think creatively, and contribute meaningfully to society. Discover more about Ranney and visit us today!.
Quick Stats (2024-25)
- Top Ranked NJ School
- Grades: Prekindergarten-12
- Enrollment: 775 students
- Acceptance rate: 64%
- Average class size: 14 students
- Application Deadline: None / Rolling
- Source: Verified school update
Top Rankings
Ranney School ranks among the top 20% of private schools in New Jersey for:
Category
Attribute
Student Body
AP Courses
Sports offered
Extracurriculars
School Overview
Religious Affiliation
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-12
Learning Difference Programs
Yes
Year Founded
1960
Summer School Offered
Yes
Summer Program Details
School Calendar
Student Body
Total Students
775 students
Student Body Type
Co-ed
% Students of Color
24%
State avg.: 39%
Students by Grade
Academics and Faculty
Total Classroom Teachers
79 teachers
Student : Teacher Ratio
10:1
National avg.: 13:1
% Faculty w/Advanced Degree
65%
Average Class Size
14 students
Number of AP Courses
25 courses
List of Courses Offered
Matriculation DataMatric. Data
Classroom Dress Code
Formal
dress code
Tuition and Acceptance Rate
Admission Deadline
None / Rolling
Tuition Notes
Tuition ranges from $12,500-$39,500
% on Financial Aid
10%
Average Financial Aid Grant
$11,000
Acceptance Rate
64%
National avg.: 85%
Admissions Director
Gwyneth Hecht
Admissions Associate
Gregory Swenson
Sports
Total Sports Offered
15 sports
Sports
Extracurriculars
Total ExtracurricularsTotal Extra-curric.
39 extracurriculars
ExtracurricularsExtra-curric.
Club or Organization:
Afterschool Clubs for Lower School Students (science, cooking, chess, art, sports and more), Arts Honor Society, Chess Club, Community Service, Computer Science Club, Debate Team, Diversity Club, Electric Bow Fusion, Environmental Club, Fencing, Future Business Leaders of America, Girls Who Code, Habitat for Humanity, History Bowl, International Club, Key Club, Model United Nations, National Athletic Honors Society, National Honors Society, Photography and Design, Quiz Bowl Team, Robotics, Science and Math Leagues, Science Honor Society, STEAM Cup ( Lower School), Student Diversity Committee, Student Publications, Student Tour Guides, TAXI, Thespian Society, Yearbook
Arts and Music Programs:
Annual musicals and productions begin in 4th grade, Band, Chamber Music, chorus, Forensics, Jazz Combo, orchestra begin in 3rd grade, Visual arts and innnovation labs
Afterschool Clubs for Lower School Students (science, cooking, chess, art, sports and more), Arts Honor Society, Chess Club, Community Service, Computer Science Club, Debate Team, Diversity Club, Electric Bow Fusion, Environmental Club, Fencing, Future Business Leaders of America, Girls Who Code, Habitat for Humanity, History Bowl, International Club, Key Club, Model United Nations, National Athletic Honors Society, National Honors Society, Photography and Design, Quiz Bowl Team, Robotics, Science and Math Leagues, Science Honor Society, STEAM Cup ( Lower School), Student Diversity Committee, Student Publications, Student Tour Guides, TAXI, Thespian Society, Yearbook
Arts and Music Programs:
Annual musicals and productions begin in 4th grade, Band, Chamber Music, chorus, Forensics, Jazz Combo, orchestra begin in 3rd grade, Visual arts and innnovation labs
School Notes
Innovative, Rigorous & Flexible Curriculum:
Nurturing Learning Community
- Our expert teachers have advanced degrees and design curriculum
- STEAM courses (including Robotics) across all divisions
- Design thinking and collaborative projects inspire students to explore creative, hands-on problem solving
- Year-long intensive research projects led by 5th, 8thand 12thgraders
- Our personalized, comprehensive College Guidance Program includes parents as partners and begins in Grade 8
- 100% of our graduates attend college; each year, our graduating classes score higher than the national average on the SAT and earn millions of dollars in scholarships. In 2016, our seniors were accepted into six of the eight Ivy Leagues.
- Orchestra, Band, and Chorus beginning in Grade 3
- Musicals/Plays in all divisions; Annual Count Basie nominations
- Robust Visual Arts with state-of-the-art equipment (3-D printing)
- 15 sports represented across our varsity and middle school teams, plus aquatic instruction for our youngest students
- 50-plus clubs and activities, as well as 10-plus Honor Societies
Nurturing Learning Community
- A one-of-its-kind partnership with the United Nations
- Spanish, French, and Mandarin offered, starting at Age 3
- School-wide multicultural experiences & social awareness programs
- Community-wide service projects driven by students
- Internationally and culturally diverse student population
Source: Verified school update
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the acceptance rate of Ranney School?
The acceptance rate of Ranney School is 64%, which is lower than the national average of 78%.
Does Ranney School offer a summer program?
Yes, Ranney School offers a summer program. Visit their summer school page for more information.
What sports does Ranney School offer?
Ranney School offers 15 interscholastic sports: Baseball, Basketball, Crew, Cross Country, Fencing, Field Hockey, Golf, Lacrosse, Sailing, Soccer, Softball, Swimming, Tennis, Track and Field and Winter Track. Ranney School is ranked as one of the top 20% of private schools in New Jersey for most sports offered.
What is Ranney School's ranking?
Ranney School ranks among the top 20% of private schools in New Jersey for: Largest student body, Most AP courses offered, Most sports offered and Most extracurriculars offered.
When is the application deadline for Ranney School?
The application deadline for Ranney School is rolling (applications are reviewed as they are received year-round).
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School Reviews
5 1/22/2021
We've been at Ranney School for eight years now with two children enrolled since the early education program. We continue to be over the moon with our experience at Ranney. Eight years later, we're still so happy with our choice. Our confidence in the teachers, staff, academics, arts, sports, community, and well-rounded child focus is of the highest standards, and our children LOVE school.
5 3/7/2020
Choosing this school is the best decision we have ever made for our children. At first we were hesitant, being in a good school district and with the expense, but we've learned that this is the ultimate investment in our children. My children just simply would not and could not have received the same amount of attention or opportunities anywhere else. The class sizes are small, the teachers are nurturing, caring and committed to getting the most out of every child, the children are treated as individuals. The campus itself offers so much more than any other campus in the area; swimming, tennis, basketball, baseball, art, music, robotics. We are so happy with our decision and we know our children will excel in whatever they choose to do.
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