The Academy of Our Lady of Peace is a private, National Blue Ribbon (2017) Catholic school with students in grades Pre-K1 through grade 8, located in New Providence, New Jersey in the Archdiocese of Newark.
Founded in 1954, The Academy of Our Lady of Peace offers its students a top quality education in a faith-based environment.
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-8
- Enrollment: 212 students
- Yearly Tuition: $9,200
- Acceptance rate: 100%
- Average class size: 15 students
- Application Deadline: None / Rolling
- Source: Verified school update
Top Rankings
The Academy of Our Lady of Peace ranks among the top 20% of private schools in New Jersey for:
Category
Attribute
School Overview
School Membership(s)School Assoc.
Religious Affiliation
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-8
ADD/ADHD Support
Yes
Learning Difference Programs
Yes
Learning Programs Supported
Dyslexia and mild learning differences
Year Founded
1954
School Calendar
First Day of School
Mon. Sep 1, 2025
Awards
Blue Ribbon School - Selected in n/a
Student Body
Total Students
212 students
Student Body Type
Co-ed
% Students of Color
94%
State avg.: 39%
Students by Grade
Academics and Faculty
Total Classroom Teachers
25 teachers
Student : Teacher Ratio
8:1
National avg.:
% Faculty w/Advanced Degree
41%
Average Class Size
15 students
Classroom Dress Code
Formal
Uniforms - Boys, Khaki pants, white shirt, tie and vest. Girls K-4 wear jumpers, grades 5 -8 shirts, white blouses with vests
Tuition and Acceptance Rate
Admission Deadline
None / Rolling
Yearly Tuition Cost
Tuition Notes
Discounts may apply for parishioners and families with multiple children.
Different rates for preschool program. Please inquire within.
Acceptance Rate
100%
National avg.: 81%
Admissions Director
Mr. James Gargiulo
Admissions Associate
Mrs. Danielle Mollo
Application URL
Sports
Total Sports Offered
6 sports
Sports
Extracurriculars
Total ExtracurricularsTotal Extra-curric.
12 extracurriculars
ExtracurricularsExtra-curric.
Newspaper Club
Club or Organization:
Cub Scouts, Forensics Team, Girl Scouts, National Junior Honor Society, Robotics Team, Student Ambassadors, Student Council Government, Yearbook Club
Arts and Music Programs:
Instrumental Music, School Youth Choir
Recreational Athletic Programs:
After School Enrichment K-8
Club or Organization:
Cub Scouts, Forensics Team, Girl Scouts, National Junior Honor Society, Robotics Team, Student Ambassadors, Student Council Government, Yearbook Club
Arts and Music Programs:
Instrumental Music, School Youth Choir
Recreational Athletic Programs:
After School Enrichment K-8
School Notes
- School Motto: The Mission of The Academy of Our Lady of Peace is to provide an academically strong and faith-based experience within our community.
- School Mascot: Panthers
- Academy Excellence!
- - We are consistently ranked as one of the top schools in the Archdiocese of Newark with standardized test scores well above the national and local percentiles.
- - Our graduates attend the most prestigious preparatory high schools.
- - Personalized, nurturing and individualized instruction provided by an outstanding faculty with low student to faculty ratio.
- - We offer a full day Kindergarten and full day and half day Pre-K 3 & 4 year-old programs.
- - State of the art Science and Computer labs enhance our student learning.
- - Before Care and After Care available on school premises.
- The Academy Extras!
- - The latest technology including a Maker Space Room and Robotics
- - STREAM intergration for all grade levels
- - Spanish Language Instruction for PK 3 to grade 8
- - Latin Instruction for grades 7 & 8
- - Technology advanced Science lab
- - Special Services through Union County include: ESL, Speech Therapy, Basic Skills, and Child Study Team Testing
- Our extra curricular activities include:
- - Basketball, Volleyball, Track & Field, and Cross Country
- - Instumental Music
- - Girl Scouts and Boy Scouts
- - Robotics Team
- -Student Council Government
- - Forensics
- - Yearbook
- - Choir
- - Performing Arts, Spring Musical
- Visit our website at
Source: Verified school update
Frequently Asked Questions
How much does The Academy of Our Lady of Peace cost?
The Academy of Our Lady of Peace's tuition is approximately $9,200 for private students.
What is the acceptance rate of The Academy of Our Lady of Peace?
The acceptance rate of The Academy of Our Lady of Peace is 100%, which is higher than the national average of 77%.
What sports does The Academy of Our Lady of Peace offer?
The Academy of Our Lady of Peace offers 6 interscholastic sports: Basketball, Cross Country, Soccer, Softball, Track and Field and Volleyball.
When is the application deadline for The Academy of Our Lady of Peace?
The application deadline for The Academy of Our Lady of Peace is rolling (applications are reviewed as they are received year-round).
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