Rutgers Preparatory School

Somerset, United States of America

  • Day & Boarding

  • 1766

  • $ 19.5K-48.8K

    • American

School History & Details

The Rutgers Preparatory School (RPS) is a private, coeducational college preparatory day school in Somerset, New Jersey, United States. Founded in 1766, it is the oldest private school in New Jersey and the eighth-oldest college preparatory school in the United States. Rutgers Prep is a member of the New Jersey Association of Independent Schools, the National Association of Independent Schools, and the College Board.

Rutgers Prep offers a rigorous academic program that prepares students for success in college and beyond. The school offers a wide range of AP courses, and its students have an average SAT score of 1324. Rutgers Prep also offers a variety of extracurricular activities, including sports, clubs, and performing arts.

Rutgers Prep is a diverse community, with students from all over the world. The school's commitment to diversity is evident in its curriculum, which includes courses on world history, literature, and culture. Rutgers Prep also offers a variety of student exchange programs, which allow students to experience different cultures and perspectives.

Rutgers Prep is a great choice for students who are looking for a challenging academic program and a supportive community. The school's graduates have gone on to attend some of the most prestigious universities in the world, including Harvard, Yale, and Princeton.

Here are some of the things that make Rutgers Prep a special place:-

1. A strong academic program:

Rutgers Prep offers a rigorous academic program that prepares students for success in college and beyond. The school offers a wide range of AP courses, and its students have an average SAT score of 1324.

2. A diverse community:

Rutgers Prep is a diverse community, with students from all over the world. The school's commitment to diversity is evident in its curriculum, which includes courses on world history, literature, and culture. Rutgers Prep also offers a variety of student exchange programs, which allow students to experience different cultures and perspectives.

3. A supportive community:

Rutgers Prep is a supportive community where students are encouraged to reach their full potential. The school's faculty and staff are dedicated to helping students succeed, and they provide a variety of resources and support services to help students achieve their goals.

If you are looking for a challenging academic program and a supportive community, Rutgers Prep is a great choice for you, etc.

    School Values

  • Perseverance
  • Respect
  • Empathy
  • Personal integrity
  • Intellectual growth
  • Trust
  • Cooperation
  • Open communication
  • Holistic development

    • The Rutgers Preparatory School (RPS) in Somerset, New Jersey has the following core values:-

    1. PREP Values:

    Perseverance, respect, empathy, and personal integrity.

    2. Intellectual growth:

    The school aims to educate the "whole person" and support their intellectual, creative, physical, social, and moral growth.

    3. Trust, cooperation, and open communication:

    The school believes that students learn and grow best in an environment where these values are supported.

    4. Holistic development:

    The school provides opportunities for students to explore ethical decision making etc.

School Achievements

Achievements

The Rutgers Preparatory School (RPS) in Somerset, New Jersey has an average SAT composite score of 1360 and an average ACT composite score of 30. The school has a 100% graduation rate, an average GPA of 3.69, and a student-teacher ratio of 7:1. RPS has been recognized by the United States Department of Education as a National Blue Ribbon School Award of Excellence and is accredited by the Middle States Association of Colleges and Schools. Some of the colleges and universities that students at RPS have enrolled in include:- Boston University, Boston College, Brown University, Brandeis University, Bryn Mawr College, Bucknell University, and UC-Berkeley. Also, in the 2010 Euro Challenge the school's delegation was awarded first place, an international high school economics competition. In 2014, RPS received the Franklin Township Organization Environmental Stewardship Award, in recognition of contributions to the environment of Franklin Township, including participation in the "River-Friendly School Certification" and "Rutgers Green Purchasing" programs, new energy management installations, recent construction of a new LEED certified building, and development of an effective composting and recycling program etc.
School Achievements

Non-Academic Achievements

The Rutgers Preparatory School in Somerset, New Jersey has many non-academic achievements, including:- 1. Athletic teams: In the last five years, the school's athletic teams have won 22 state, sectional, and county championships. 2. Student-athletes: Student-athletes have received individual honors, including All-American, All-State, All-Metro Region, All-Prep B, All-Prep, All-Somerset County, All-Area, All-Non-Public, Player of the Year, and All-Skyland Conference. 3. Summer programs: The school offers an academic Summer School with advanced credit, review, and enrichment opportunities for students ages 7 through 14 etc & other non-academic achievements if any.
Notable Alumni

Notable Alumni

The RPS notable alumni includes:- 1. Aline Murray Kilmer (1888–1941), poet and author. 2. Breein Tyree (born 1998), point guard/shooting guard for the Ole Miss Rebels men's basketball team. 3. Constance H. Williams (born 1944), politician who from 2001 to 2009 in the Pennsylvania State Senate served. 4. Fred A. Hartley Jr. (1902–1969), the United States House of Representatives member who sponsored the Taft–Hartley Act. 5. Joyce Kilmer (1886–1918), poet and World War I soldier. 6. Judy Melick (born 1954, class of 1972), former competition swimmer who as part of the U.S. team at the 1972 Summer Olympics participated. 7. Jesús Arango Cano (1915–2015), Colombian economist, diplomat, anthropologist, archaeologist and writer. 8. James Dickson Carr (1868–1920), Assistant District Attorney, New York County (1899–1901). 9. James Bishop (1816–1895), politician who represented New Jersey's 3rd congressional district in the United States House of Representatives from 1855–1857. 10. Marvadene Anderson (born 1993), basketball player. 11. Marc Turtletaub (born 1946, class of 1963), film producer. 12. Max Raab (1926–2008), film producer who in the garment industry made his initial fortune. 13. Keshia Knight Pulliam (born 1979), actress who appeared on the television series The Cosby Show. 14. Kōjirō Matsukata (1865–1950), son of Japanese Prime Minister Matsukata Masayoshi and future director of Kawasaki Dockyard Company. 15. Leroy Lins (1913–1986), professional basketball player who for the Akron Goodyear Wingfoots in the National Basketball League played. 16. Robert Wood Johnson II (1893–1968), chairman of Johnson & Johnson. 17. Stanley Kamel (1943–2008), actor who appeared on the television series Monk. 18. William Henry Steele Demarest (1863–1956), Minister, President of Rutgers College (1906–1924) and President of the New Brunswick Theological Seminary (1924–1934). 19. Zach Perez (born 1996), professional soccer player who plays as a defender for USL League One club Richmond Kickers etc.

School Information

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+1 732-545-5600

1345 Easton Ave, Somerset, NJ 08873, United States

Subjects & Curriculum Offered

  • Chemistry
  • AP English Literature & Composition
  • AP Statistics
  • Biology
  • Mathematics
  • History
  • Languages
  • Science
  • English
  • AP Physics 1
  • AP Physics C (Electricity & Magnetism)
  • AP Physics C (Mechanics)
  • AP Calculus AB
  • AP Calculus BC

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