Private Schools in Lake Hiawatha, New Jersey

The Delbarton School is a highly-regarded independent Catholic school for boys in grades 7-12, located just 15 minutes from Lake Hiawatha. Founded by the Benedictine monks of St. Mary's Abbey, the school offers a rigorous college preparatory curriculum with exceptional academic, athletic, and arts programs. The 200-acre campus features state-of-the-art facilities including science laboratories, performing arts center, and extensive athletic facilities. Delbarton consistently ranks among New Jersey's top private schools with nearly 100% of graduates attending four-year colleges.

The Peck School is an independent co-educational day school serving students from kindergarten through eighth grade, located approximately 10 minutes from Lake Hiawatha. With a 130-year history, Peck emphasizes academic excellence combined with character development. The school features small class sizes, dedicated faculty, and a comprehensive curriculum that includes advanced STEM programs, visual and performing arts, and competitive athletics. The beautiful 17-acre campus includes modern classrooms, science labs, art studios, and athletic facilities, preparing students for success in top secondary schools.

Morristown Beard School is a co-educational independent college preparatory school serving students in grades 6-12, located just 12 minutes from Lake Hiawatha. Formed by the merger of Morristown Preparatory School and Miss Beard's School, MBS offers a comprehensive academic program with 19 Advanced Placement courses, extensive arts programs, and competitive athletics. The 22-acre campus features modern academic buildings, science and technology centers, performing arts spaces, and athletic facilities. The school emphasizes global citizenship and community engagement while maintaining strong college placement records.