The Mountain Lakes Public Schools will ensure that all students demonstrate mastery of defined skills and knowledge that will empower them to be productive, responsible, self-directed citizens of the global community. Our district promotes safe and supportive learning environments that challenge and inspire students while cultivating their intellectual curiosity. We are committed to providing adequate resources to maintain the successful educational partnership that exists among staff, family, and community.
Public Alternative to Private Education
The Mountain Lakes Public Schools is now accepting applications for grades K – 12 for the 2023 - 2024 and 2024 - 2025 school year. The tuition program has grown over the years and proudly provides its students an exceptional education through small class sizes, high expectations and personal attention to each student's academic, social and emotional needs. Our innovative educators are leaders in their respective subject areas. We are committed to providing each student with a challenging educational program and ample opportunities for involvement in a wide array of co-curricular activities.
Tuition students enjoy a public school opportunity with the finest private school education when they elect to join the Mountain Lakes School District. Our tuition rates are less than private schools.
The tuition rates are as follows:
School |
Tuition Rate for 2024-25 |
Mountain Lakes High School (9th Grade – 12th Grade) |
$20,084 |
Briarcliff Middle School (6th Grade – 8th Grade) |
$16,913 |
Wildwood Elementary School (Kindergarten – 5th Grade) |
$16,330 |
Ivy Hall Preschool 4 day/full day |
$12,040 |
Ivy Hall Preschool 4 day/half day |
$7,260 |
Ivy Hall Preschool 5 day/full day |
$14,510 |
Ivy Hall Preschool 5 day/half day |
$8,720 |
In order to be considered for possible enrollment for grades K – 12, please contact the Registrar for information on the nonresident enrollment process at 973-334-8280 ext. 2210 or registration@mlschools.org.
For specific questions about the tuition program, please email Dr. Brad Siegel, Superintendent of Schools at: bsiegel@mlschools.org.