School Overview
Data & methodology
Overall
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Matriculation
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Academics
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Extracurriculars
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Geo & Community
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Reviews
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"Princeton Day School nurtures the mind, the body, and the character of each student. In academics, athletics, the arts, and service, we celebrate the pursuit of individual excellence and the spirit of collaboration that binds us together as a community. We seek diversity of cultures, views, and talents to promote the intellectual growth and moral development of our students."
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School Stats
Average
Current school
Tuition
$52,510
Enrollment
963
Faculty with Advanced Degrees
77%
Teacher-Student Ratio
1:7
Endowment
$43 million
AP
16
Average SAT Score
1380
Average ACT Score
31
Class Size
11
Matriculation
College Matriculation
(2025)| Ranking | University/College | Students |
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| #1 | Princeton University | 6 |
| #2 | Columbia University | 2 |
| #2 | Harvard College | 2 |
| #2 | Massachusetts Institute of Technology | 1 |
| Art #3 | Rhode Island School of Design | 1 |
| #5 | Yale University | 1 |
| #8 | University of Pennsylvania | 3 |
| #9 | Northwestern University | 4 |
| #14 | Vanderbilt University | 1 |
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Academics
AP Scores
(2020) Score 5
Score 4
Score 3
Other scores
AP Courses
(16)|
French Language and Culture
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Latin
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Spanish Language and Culture
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Biology
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Chemistry
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Physics C: Mechanics
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French Language and Culture
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Latin
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Spanish Language and Culture
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Biology
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Chemistry
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Physics C: Mechanics
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Calculus AB
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Calculus BC
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Computer Science A
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Computer Science Principles
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Statistics
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Comparative Government and Politics
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European History
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Human Geography
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United States Government and Politics
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Art History
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Sports
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Baseball
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Basketball
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Cross Country
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Fencing
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Field Hockey
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Figure Skating
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Baseball
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Basketball
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Cross Country
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Fencing
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Field Hockey
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Figure Skating
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Golf
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Ice Hockey
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Lacrosse
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Soccer
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Squash
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Tennis
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Track and Field
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Volleyball
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Extracurricular Activities and Clubs
(39)|
AI/ML and the Arts and Sciences
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AnthroGap
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Architecture Club
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Art Media Club
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Cheer Club
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Chinese Club
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AI/ML and the Arts and Sciences
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AnthroGap
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Architecture Club
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Art Media Club
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Cheer Club
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Chinese Club
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Classics Club
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Computer Science Club
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Dance Club
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Debate Club (Public Speaking)
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EnAct
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Entrepreneurship Club
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Food Literacy and Nutrition Club (FLAN)
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Finance Club
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French Club
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Gallery Club
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Girls Who Code
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GLOW
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HOSA
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Hungarian Club
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Literature Club
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3D Makers Club
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Mathletics Team
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Medical Club
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Mental Health Awareness Club
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The Mixing Bowl
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National Organization of Women
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ObCHESSED
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Photo Club
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Pickleball Club
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Princeton Day Media
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Science Club
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Scribble Society (fka Creative Writing Workshop)
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Sikh Club
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Spanish Club
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Sustainable Fashion Club
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Tabletop Gaming Club
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Ultimate Frisbee Club
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Volleyball Club.
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Arts
(21)|
A Cappella
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Acting
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Band
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Choreography
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Chorus
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Dance
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A Cappella
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Acting
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Band
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Choreography
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Chorus
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Dance
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Music
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Music Technology
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Music Theory
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Playwriting
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Production
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Singing
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Animation
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Ceramics
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Furniture Design
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Photography
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Sculpture
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Video
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Architecture
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Art
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Digital Design
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Basic Info
Application Info
Frequently Ask Questions about Princeton Day School
Tell me a bit about Princeton Day School.
Princeton Day School is Co-ed private day school located in New Jersey, US. It was founded 1899 , and currently has about 963 students.
For more official information, please visit http://www.pds.org.
For more official information, please visit http://www.pds.org.
Does Princeton Day School have rigorous academic requirements?
Princeton Day School is offering 16 AP courses.
In recent years, 75 of their students score 4 and 5 in AP exams.
Princeton Day School also have 77% of faculties whose degrees are master and above.
In recent years, 75 of their students score 4 and 5 in AP exams.
Princeton Day School also have 77% of faculties whose degrees are master and above.
Where do Princeton Day School students typically go for their colleges?
Based on the most recent matriculation data, 26.67% go to top 50 US universities and colleges*, 15.24% go to top 25, and about 10.48% go to Harvard, Yale, Princeton, Stanford and MIT.
*Ranking is based on the 2024 US News College Ranking.
*Ranking is based on the 2024 US News College Ranking.
What is the application requirement for Princeton Day School?
Similar to most private schools in the US, Princeton Day School’s typical admission requirements include school transcript, recommendation letter, application essay, and interview (often optional, but highly recommended).
What is the Day Tuition for Princeton Day School?
The day tuition for Princeton Day School in 2024 is
$52,510 For international students, there are additional fees, such as student management fee and other fees associated with managing international students.
For more information, please contact school’s admission team at jcucchi@pds.org .
For more information, please contact school’s admission team at jcucchi@pds.org .
Where is Princeton Day School located?
Princeton Day School is located in the State of New Jersey of USA. The closest major city is Philadelphia, which is about 38 miles away from school. Most families can choose Philadelphia International Airport to travel in and out of school.
How popular is Princeton Day School on the FindingSchool network?
Based on FindingSchool monthly traffic data as well as onsite search record, Princeton Day School is among the most popular schools, within top 199 for all schools on FindingSchool.
Also Princeton Day School has been favorited by 114 users.
Also Princeton Day School has been favorited by 114 users.
How do I complete an application for Princeton Day School?
The first stop is to carefully review the school profile on FindingSchool to learn more about Princeton Day School. Most of them are directly provided by the school.
Also it is highly recommended to visit Princeton Day School’s official site: http://www.pds.org or call them at 609-924-6700.
Also it is highly recommended to visit Princeton Day School’s official site: http://www.pds.org or call them at 609-924-6700.
Are there additional schools that are located close to Princeton Day School?
Yes, here are few:
The Hun School of Princeton, The Lewis School of Princeton and Stuart Country Day School.
The closest major city is Philadelphia. You can find out more schools near Philadelphia here.
The closest major city is Philadelphia. You can find out more schools near Philadelphia here.
What is the FindingSchool rating for Princeton Day School?
The overall rating for Princeton Day School is A+.
The section ratings of Princeton Day School are:
A+ for Matriculation
A for Academics
A for Extracurriculum
A+ for Community
A- for Students and Parents reviews
The section ratings of Princeton Day School are:
A+ for Matriculation
A for Academics
A for Extracurriculum
A+ for Community
A- for Students and Parents reviews
Nearby City
Philadelphia, the largest city in Pennsylvania, holds a pivotal place in U.S. history. Once the nation's capital, it is home to iconic landmarks such as Independence Hall and the Liberty Bell. With a population of 1,603,797 as of the 2020 census, Philadelphia is a hub for arts, culture, and education. The city is known for its rich history, diverse neighborhoods, and vibrant arts scene. It also plays a major role in life sciences, business, and industry, making it a key city in the Mid-Atlantic region.
Population (2022)
1,447,395
Cost of Living
Higher than average 7%
Nearby Airport
Philadelphia International Airport
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