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Dwight-englewood School

315 E Palisade Avenue
Englewood, NJ 07631
Dwight-Englewood School offers a seamless educational experience from preschool through grade 12 and gives students the highest quality preparation for college and university work while fostering independent thinking; the ability to solve problems; and the skills, tolerance, and integrity it takes to thrive in our multifaceted world.

Quick Stats (2025)

  • Top Ranked NJ School
  • Grades: Prekindergarten-12
  • Enrollment: 1,053 students
  • Yearly Tuition: $30,600
  • Acceptance rate: 50%
  • Average class size: 14 students
  • Application Deadline: None / Rolling
  • Source: Verified school update

Top Rankings

Dwight-englewood School ranks among the top 20% of private schools in New Jersey for:

School Overview

Religious Affiliation
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-12
Year Founded
1889
Summer School Offered
Yes
First Day of School
Mon. Sep 1, 2025
Last Day of School
Mon. May 25, 2026
School Motto
per ardua ad veritatem (through hard work, we arrive at the truth)

Student Body

Total Students
1,053 students
Student Body Type
Co-ed
% Students of Color
100%
State avg.: 39%
Students by Grade
Dwight-englewood School Student By Grade

Academics and Faculty

Total Classroom Teachers
126 teachers
Student : Teacher Ratio
8:1
National avg.:
% Faculty w/Advanced Degree
70%
Average Class Size
14 students
Number of AP Courses
17 courses
Advanced Courses
Art History, Biology, Calculus AB, Calculus BC, Chemistry, Computer Science, English Literature, Environmental Science, French Language, Latin, Mondern European History, Physics, Spanish Language, Spanish Literature, Statistics, Studio Art, United States History
Average ACT score
30
(Out of 36)
Classroom Dress Code
Casual
School Colors
White, Blue, Gold

Tuition and Acceptance Rate

Admission Deadline
None / Rolling
Yearly Tuition Cost
Tuition Notes
Tuition is less for Pre- School and Elementary
Acceptance Rate
50%
National avg.: 81%
Admissions Director
Sherronda L Brown
Admissions Associate
Joni Hartsough
Application URL

Sports

Extracurriculars

Total ExtracurricularsTotal Extra-curric.
40 extracurriculars
ExtracurricularsExtra-curric.
A Capella Group, Action Against Homelessness, AIDS Awareness, Amnesty International, Autism Awareness Club, Bergen County Math League, Calliope (Literary Magazine), Chamber Music, Chemistry Olympics, Community Outreach, Cultural Diversity Club, D-E Against Destructive Decisions, D-E Animal Rights, D-E Fight Against Cancer, Dance Club, Drama Club, Environmental Action Club, Fencing Club, Festival of Student Written One-Act Plays, Film Festival, Financial Club, Gay-Straight Student Alliance, Helping Hands Peer Tutoring, Helping Out People Everywhere, Jazz Rock, Juggling Club, Michael Andrew Glowski Intramural Competition, Parnassus Language Magazine, Peer Group Meetings, Photography Magazine, Poster Club, Quartet, Robotics Club, Spectrum (Upper School Newspaper), Stage Crew, Student Government, Tour Guides / Admissions Ambassadors, Upper School Fall Play, Winter Musical, Yearbook
Source: Verified school update

Frequently Asked Questions

How much does Dwight-englewood School cost?
Dwight-englewood School's tuition is approximately $30,600 for private students.
What schools are Dwight-englewood School often compared to?
Dwight-englewood School is often viewed alongside schools like The Elisabeth Morrow School by visitors of our site.
What is the acceptance rate of Dwight-englewood School?
The acceptance rate of Dwight-englewood School is 50%, which is lower than the national average of 77%. Dwight-englewood School's acceptance rate is ranked among the top private schools in New Jersey with low acceptance rates.
What sports does Dwight-englewood School offer?
Dwight-englewood School offers 15 interscholastic sports: Baseball, Basketball, Bowling, Cross Country, Fencing, Field Hockey, Flag Football, Football, Golf, Lacrosse, Soccer, Tennis, Track and Field, Ultimate Frisbee and Volleyball. Dwight-englewood School is ranked as one of the top 20% of private schools in New Jersey for most sports offered.
What is Dwight-englewood School's ranking?
When is the application deadline for Dwight-englewood School?
The application deadline for Dwight-englewood School is rolling (applications are reviewed as they are received year-round).

School Calendar

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Event
Date
Last Day for All Divisions (Half Day)
June 06, 2025 (Friday)
First Day of Classes
September 02, 2025 (Tuesday)
Thanksgiving Break - Campus Closed
November 26, 2025 (Wednesday)
Spring Break - No classes for all divisions
March 23, 2026 (Monday)

School Reviews

5  
Dwight Englewood is the school that teaches children how to learn and teaches them how to wrangle courses with enjoyment and love for learning. Dwight has a friendly environment with a nurturing ability that fosters total responsibility to make a student ready to balance the work schedule.
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Quick Stats (2025)

  • Top Ranked NJ School
  • Grades: Prekindergarten-12
  • Enrollment: 1,053 students
  • Yearly Tuition: $30,600
  • Acceptance rate: 50%
  • Average class size: 14 students
  • Application Deadline: None / Rolling
  • Source: Verified school update

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The average private school tuition in Englewood, NJ is $21,165 for elementary schools (read more about average private school tuition across the country).

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