Welcome to Ranney School – home to approximately 820 exceptional students in three divisions, from Beginners through grade 12. This year’s enrollment represents the largest school-wide enrollment figures in our history. Located on 60 picturesque acres in Tinton Falls, New Jersey, Ranney School has maintained a proud and respected tradition of academic excellence for 51 years, and that is why, today, we are considered one of the preeminent independent day schools in the region.

Such success, especially in an unpredictable economy, speaks to the quality of our teachers, our ever-expanding programs and extra-curricular offerings, and to the strategic vision we developed for the future. We are prevailing because of parent support and encouragement and as a result of deliberate planning that never stops. Clearly, at a time when globalization, technological innovation, sustainability, demographics, diversity, and accountability are dramatically altering the way schools see their mission, Ranney School continues to be headed down the right path. The Lower School is now equipped with a new science Laboratory located in the Early Childhood Education Center, our new Paulus Library Media and Technology Center is equipped with new Mac computers and Smartboard technology, and our Middle School and Upper School students all have high-speed laptops through a new one-to-one program that allows our school to join our peer institutions with full scale technology enhancements.

The Ranney experience continues to emphasize the importance of having students obtain the knowledge and skills to participate effectively in a competitive and complex global society. Our mission, Knowledge, Vision, Honor, continues to be the guiding light during this watershed era in education.

Ranney's well-rounded education promotes the development of every child’s intellectual, personal, creative, and moral promise. A warm and welcoming community, excellent college preparatory program, small class size, use of 21st century technology and teachers who encourage the unique talents, interests and abilities of each child are what make the Ranney experience unique. It is in this rich educational environment that our teachers foster enthusiastic exploration, an understanding of subjects, and the ability to apply knowledge and skills to lessons learned – all of which instills in each student a desire for knowledge and helps pave the way for success in college and beyond. The ultimate success of our students is the result of our shared commitment to Ranney's mission-promise … that every child will be known and valued.

Knowledge, vision and honor are the three ideals that form the Ranney School motto and guide our school community in all actions, every day. A vigorous and varied curriculum provides knowledge and prepares students to meet the challenges of an increasingly complex world. In all aspects of a Ranney education, students are supported as they develop vision; the ability to look to the future and imagine bold new possibilities. And, through character education, our students develop a strong and lasting sense of honor that will distinguish them through a lifetime of leadership and citizenship.

Each day, both inside and outside the classroom, our inspiring faculty and staff incorporate this philosophy into a truly exceptional education. We invite you to learn about Ranney’s dynamic Lower, Middle and Upper School programs by browsing our Web site and contacting our Admissions Office for more information.