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Growing Garden Preschool & Kindergarten

962 S Orange Ave
Newark, NJ 07106
Growing Garden Preschool & Kindergarten serves 5 students in grades Prekindergarten-Kindergarten.
The student:teacher of Growing Garden Preschool & Kindergarten is 5:1 and the school's religious affiliation is Assembly of God.

Quick Facts (2025-26)

  • Top Ranked NJ School
  • School Type: Early Childhood / Day Care
  • Grades: Prekindergarten-Kindergarten
  • Enrollment: 5 students
  • Yearly Tuition: $25,000
  • Acceptance rate: 25%
  • Average class size: 15 students
  • Application Deadline: None / Rolling
  • Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES)

Top Rankings

Growing Garden Preschool & Kindergarten ranks among the top 20% of private schools in New Jersey for:

School Overview

Religious Affiliation
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-Kindergarten
Year Founded
1905
Last Day of School
Mon. May 25, 2026
Campus Size
50 acres

Student Body

Total Students
5 students
Student Body Type
Co-ed
% Students of Color
100%
State avg.: 40%
Students by Grade
Growing Garden Preschool & Kindergarten Student By Grade

Academics and Faculty

Total Classroom Teachers
1 teacher
Student-Teacher Ratio
5:1
National avg.:
Average Class Size
15 students
Number of AP Courses
15 courses

Tuition and Acceptance Rate

Admission Deadline
None / Rolling
Yearly Tuition Cost
Acceptance Rate
25%
National avg.: 81%
Endowment Size
$50 million

School Notes

  • School Motto: Truth and Honor
  • School Mascot: Wild Boars
  • Sample of notable school alumni/alumnae:
    • John Doe, Nobel Laureate -
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES)

Frequently Asked Questions

How much does Growing Garden Preschool & Kindergarten cost?
Growing Garden Preschool & Kindergarten's tuition is approximately $25,000 for private students.
What is the acceptance rate of Growing Garden Preschool & Kindergarten?
The acceptance rate of Growing Garden Preschool & Kindergarten is 25%, which is lower than the national average of 77%. Growing Garden Preschool & Kindergarten's acceptance rate is ranked among the top private schools in New Jersey with low acceptance rates.
Who are famous alumni from Growing Garden Preschool & Kindergarten?
Growing Garden Preschool & Kindergarten famous alumni include: John Doe, Nobel Laureate.
What is Growing Garden Preschool & Kindergarten's ranking?
Growing Garden Preschool & Kindergarten ranks among the top 20% of private schools in New Jersey for: Lowest average acceptance rates, Highest percentage of students of color, Oldest founding date and Largest endowments.
When is the application deadline for Growing Garden Preschool & Kindergarten?
The application deadline for Growing Garden Preschool & Kindergarten is rolling (applications are reviewed as they are received year-round).
In what neighborhood is Growing Garden Preschool & Kindergarten located?
Growing Garden Preschool & Kindergarten is located in the Lower Vailsburg neighborhood of Newark, NJ.

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Quick Facts (2025-26)

  • Top Ranked NJ School
  • School Type: Early Childhood / Day Care
  • Grades: Prekindergarten-Kindergarten
  • Enrollment: 5 students
  • Yearly Tuition: $25,000
  • Acceptance rate: 25%
  • Average class size: 15 students
  • Application Deadline: None / Rolling
  • Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES)

Did You Know?

The average private school tuition in Essex County, NJ is $21,552 for elementary schools and $24,024 for high schools (read more about average private school tuition across the country).
The average acceptance rate in Essex County, NJ is 67% (read more about average acceptance rates across the country).

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