Stevens Cooperative School's Hoboken and Newport, Jersey City campuses serve a diverse population of over 420 students from PreK 3s through 8th grade. Accredited by the New Jersey Association of Independent Schools, Stevens is an excellent model of rigorous education in action.
8th grade students are regularly accepted into some of the most prestigious high schools in the country.
In the summer, Stevens offers a robust day camp and specialty weeks for children aged 3-13.
Early morning and after school options are available throughout the year.
Quick Stats (2024-25)
- Top Ranked NJ School
- Grades: Prekindergarten-8
- Enrollment: 443 students
- Yearly Tuition: $19,355
- Acceptance rate: 60%
- Average class size: 18 students
- Application Deadline: Jan. 2
- Source: Verified school update
Top Rankings
Stevens Cooperative 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-8
Year Founded
1949
School Calendar
Student Body
Total Students
443 students
Student Body Type
Co-ed
% Students of Color
50%
State avg.: 39%
Students by Grade
Academics and Faculty
Total Classroom Teachers
74 teachers
Student : Teacher Ratio
6:1
National avg.: 13:1
Average Class Size
18 students
Matriculation DataMatric. Data
Classroom Dress Code
Casual
Tuition and Acceptance Rate
Admission Deadline
Jan. 2
Yearly Tuition Cost
$19,355
Tuition Notes
Financial Aid Available to Qualified Families
% on Financial Aid
12%
Average Financial Aid Grant
$10,000
Acceptance Rate
60%
National avg.: 85%
Admissions Director
Nancy Rossi
Admissions Associate
Allison Tabor
Sports
Total Sports Offered
2 sports
Sports
School Notes
- About the School
- Stevens Cooperative School is a private (independent) school for PreK 3s through 8th grade with campuses in Hoboken and Newport, Jersey City, NJ. Founded in 1949, Stevens is the oldest parent cooperative school in New Jersey. Originally an informal playgroup for children of the faculty at Stevens Institute of Technology, the school has grown into a full nursery, elementary and middle school, with more than 430 students. The school`s model for education fosters creativity and depth of thinking where the student voice can flourish. Stevens is accredited by the New Jersey Association of Independent Schools. The Stevens community consists of a diverse population of families representing a broad range of towns including Hoboken, Jersey City, Weehawken, North Bergen, Secaucus, Union City, Bayonne, West New York, Cliffside Park and other NJ locations and Manhattan.
- For more information about Stevens, please visit www.stevenscoop.org.
- Mission Statement
- We imagine a world with well-informed, engaged citizens who are motivated to make a difference. In partnership with our diverse faculty, staff, families and the greater community, Stevens Cooperative School students explore, question and communicate in ways that will inspire and shape the future.
Source: Verified school update
Frequently Asked Questions
How much does Stevens Cooperative School cost?
Stevens Cooperative School's tuition is approximately $19,355 for private students.
What is the acceptance rate of Stevens Cooperative School?
The acceptance rate of Stevens Cooperative School is 60%, which is lower than the national average of 78%. Stevens Cooperative School's acceptance rate is ranked among the top private schools in New Jersey with low acceptance rates.
What sports does Stevens Cooperative School offer?
Stevens Cooperative School offers 2 interscholastic sports: Basketball and Cross Country.
What is Stevens Cooperative School's ranking?
Stevens Cooperative 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 Stevens Cooperative School?
The application deadline for Stevens Cooperative School is Jan. 2.
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School Reviews
5 2/6/2017
We looked at a couple of different private schools before enrolling our son at Stevens Cooperative School. Initially, we had a different private school in mind because they offered French, but after we went to Stevens` open house we felt that Stevens would be the best fit and decided to enroll him there. Stevens did not disappoint. We had a great first impression but love the school even more now since our son is a student. He is so excited to go to school every day and even asked us during winter break when he could go back to school. Everybody there, the teachers and the administration are very passionate about teaching and deeply care about the students. Stevens` teachers and administration are focused on the students and how they can best serve them. Our son is in PreK and his teachers are fantastic, very warm and caring but still provide the structure and discipline preschoolers crave. The curriculum is very hands on and nurtures his creative freedom to express himself through play and block building and storytelling. He also made great progress learning to read and write and can even do simple math and speak a bit of Spanish after only five months. We are very happy with Stevens and look forward to seeing him blossom there.
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