The Chathams

The Chathams Schools & Education

Public & Private Institutions Of Learning

The Public School System: The Chatham Public School District serves students in preKindergarten through twelfth grade from both Chatham Borough and Chatham Township. Six schools make up the district: four elementary schools, one middle school and one high school. Total enrollment is more than 4,100 students.

The four elementary schools are:

• Lafayette School (grades 4-5)
• Milton Avenue School (grades K-3)
• Southern Boulevard School (grades K-3)
• Washington Avenue School (grades pre-K-3)

In the elementary schools, an academically challenging environment stimulates, encourages and motivates the students. Assemblies, trips and special projects enrich the program.

The Chatham Middle School (grades 6-8) provides a stimulating environment where students are challenged and supported. The school offers opportunities for a student to develop their interests and strengths. Responsibility is encouraged.

Chatham High School (grades 9-12) consistently ranks among the top NJ high schools, and has an enrollment of more than 1,100 students. The school offers more than 17 AP classes as well as many extra curricular activities and sports to provide a well-rounded high school experience.

Private and Parochial Schools Near Chatham: There are many excellent private and parochial schools in the area. Some of those options are:

• Delbarton
• The Far Brook School
• Golda Och Academy
• Kent Place School
• Montclair Kimberly Academy
• The Morristown Beard School
• Newark Academy
• Oak Knoll School of the Holy Child
• Oratory Prep
• The Peck School
• The Pingry School
• Saint Patrick School
• Saint Peter's Prep
• St. Rose of Lima School
• Seton Hall Prep

Preschools Near Chatham: There are also many excellent preschool options in the area. A few of the many options are:

• Montessori Childrens Academy
• Sprout House
• The Gingham Giraffe Preschool
• Chatham School House
• Long Hill Christian Preschool
• The Learning Path Nursery School & Daycare
• Cornerstone School
• Stanley Congregational Nursery School
• Chatham Methodist Nursery School