What Don Bosco Prep does

Don Bosco Prep is a private, all-boys Roman Catholic college preparatory high school serving approximately 821 students in grades 9 through 12 on a 36-acre wooded campus in Ramsey, New Jersey. Founded in 1915 and operated by the Salesian Society (Society of St. Francis de Sales) under the educational philosophy established by Saint John Bosco in 1859, the school delivers a holistic Salesian education rooted in reason, religion, and loving kindness. Academics are organized around 241 courses including 26 AP offerings, a 12:1 teacher-student ratio, and an Academic Pathways Program with six specialization tracks (Business, Communication Arts, Computer Science, Engineering, Fine Arts, Performing Arts), supported by dual-enrollment partnerships with Fairleigh Dickinson University, Ramapo College, NJIT, and Stockton University, and an integration of Amazon Future Engineers' Project STEM curriculum in the CS pathway.

The school's product portfolio combines core academics with extensive co-curricular programming: 20 athletic programs anchored by a 5,000-seat Granatell Stadium, 60+ clubs, comprehensive arts programs (fine arts, media arts, music, theater), and structured college counseling via Naviance. Supporting programs include summer enrichment (9th Grade Prep, HSPT Prep, Summer Sports Camps, Summer Theater Under the Stars), SAT Prep Review, and a 100-hour community service graduation requirement.

Revenue is generated primarily through tuition and fees (approximately $24,625 per student annually for AY 2026-2027, tiered by class year) on a subscription/recurring annual billing cycle, supplemented by summer program fees, charitable contributions through the advancement office (led by a VP of Advancement and a dedicated Director of Annual Fund and Alumni Engagement), and ancillary revenue. Distribution is direct-to-consumer via the school's website, Veracross admissions portal, on-campus open houses, Ironman for a Day experiences, and student-led family tours, with marketing amplification through Facebook, Instagram, YouTube, and X.

Name

Don Bosco Prep

Legal name

Don Bosco Prep

Website

https://donboscoprep.org

Company type

Private

Founded year

1915

Operating status

Operating

Headcount range

101–250 employees

Short description

Don Bosco Prep is a private, all-boys Roman Catholic college preparatory high school in Ramsey, New Jersey, serving 821 students in grades 9-12 under the Salesian educational philosophy since 1915, with 26 AP courses, six Academic Pathways specializations, dual-enrollment partnerships, and 20 athletic programs.

Ownership category

akta.pro rank

Product category

Private College Preparatory Secondary Education

NAICS

Elementary and Secondary Schools (611110), Exam Preparation and Tutoring (611691)

SIC

Services-Educational Services (8200)

akta.pro primary industry

Public High Schools (EDAJAAAD)

akta.pro secondary industry

Test Prep Learning Centers (SAT/ACT, AP/IB, State Exams) (EDANAHAH)

Keywords

• Private secondary education
• College preparatory
• Catholic education
• Boys school
• Salesian education

Headquarters

HQ city

Ramsey

HQ country

United States

HQ region

North America

Offices1 record

Markets served

GTM type

B2C

Offering type

Services

Cost components

Personnel, Operations, Technology or R&D, Marketing or Sales, Infrastructure

Revenue model

1. Tuition and Fees: Private school tuition model with annual tuition payments from June through April, plus registration fees, capital improvement fees, student fees, and technology fees

Pricing tiers

Go-to-market motion1 record

Distribution channels1 record

Marketing channels4 records

Core offering

Don Bosco Prep is a private Catholic college preparatory high school for young men in grades 9-12, providing a holistic Salesian-based education combining rigorous academics, spiritual formation, athletic programs, and community service. The school offers 241 courses including 26 AP courses alongside a proprietary Academic Pathways Program with concentration tracks in Business, Communication Arts, Computer Science, Engineering, Fine Arts, and Performing Arts.

Product overview

Don Bosco Prep is a private Catholic high school offering a comprehensive college-preparatory education. The core educational offering consists of rigorous academics across 241 courses with 26 AP courses, combined with an innovative Academic Pathways Program that allows students to specialize in Business, Communication Arts, Computer Science, Engineering, Fine Arts, and Performing Arts. Supporting programs include Dual Enrollment with partner universities, summer enrichment programs (9th Grade Prep, HSPT Prep, Sports Camps, Theater), and college counseling services. The school offers 20 athletic programs and extensive arts programs including fine arts, media arts, music, and theater.

Differentiator

Problem solved

Functional benefit

Products and services

• Private Catholic High School Education (Grades 9-12) The core college preparatory educational program for young men in grades 9-12 covering 241 courses including 26 AP courses, combined with spiritual formation, athletics, and community service. Designed for families seeking a holistic Salesian-based Catholic education.
• Academic Pathways Program An innovative six-track specialization program allowing students to concentrate their studies in Business, Communication Arts, Computer Science, Engineering, Fine Arts, or Performing Arts through guest lectures, mentoring, and fieldwork experiences.
• Dual Enrollment Program Program enabling Don Bosco Prep students to earn college credits through dual enrollment partnerships with Fairleigh Dickinson University, Ramapo College, New Jersey Institute of Technology, and Stockton University.
• SAT Prep Review Course A seven-week extracurricular SAT preparation course offered twice a year, designed to help students prepare for college entrance exams.
• College Counseling Services Comprehensive college counseling supporting students through academic planning, standardized testing, career exploration, and college readiness, utilizing the Naviance platform to drive a 100% college acceptance rate.
• 9th Grade Prep Program Summer enrichment program designed to help incoming freshmen acclimate to Don Bosco Prep, focusing on introduction to high school math and English, organizational skills, and study techniques. Priced at $500 per session.
• HSPT Prep Program Test preparation program for 8th grade students focusing on mathematics, English, time management, and organizational skills in preparation for the HSPT Catholic high school entrance exam.
• Summer Sports Camps Athletic camps offering instruction in baseball, basketball, football, lacrosse, and soccer for students at various skill levels, run through Ironmen Athletics.
• DBP Summer Theater Under the Stars Two-week summer theater workshop culminating in a musical performance and including a NYC Broadway trip, priced at $855 per session per student.

Quantifiable outcome

• 100% college acceptance rate
• +2 more outcomes

Named customers4 records

Segments1 record

Ideal customer profiles1 record

Technology focussed No

API detail

Has API

No

API docs

API detail

Core technology

AI maturity

App detail

Feature1 record

Partnerships

Four partnerships are on record, tiered core.

• Fairleigh Dickinson UniversitycoreStrategic or Co-development PartnerDual enrollment partnership allowing Don Bosco students to earn college credits while in high school through the FDU partnership program.
• Ramapo CollegecoreStrategic or Co-development PartnerDual enrollment partnership allowing Don Bosco students to earn college credits while in high school.
• New Jersey Institute of Technology (NJIT)coreStrategic or Co-development PartnerDual enrollment partnership allowing Don Bosco students to earn college credits while in high school through NJIT's program.
• Stockton UniversitycoreStrategic or Co-development PartnerDual enrollment partnership allowing Don Bosco students to earn college credits while in high school.

Scale indicators9 records

Recent moves5 records

Expansion highlights5 records

Direct peers

• Delbarton School: All-boys Catholic college-prep school in Morristown, NJ, operated by the Benedictine monks of St. Mary's Abbey. Comparable in single-sex Catholic model, college-prep focus, premium tuition, and elite athletic programs competing in the same NJ leagues.
• Chaminade High School: All-boys Catholic college-prep school in Mineola, NY, operated by the Marianist order. Comparable in single-sex Catholic mission, college-prep focus, premium tuition, and strong athletic tradition in the NY metro area.
• Regis High School: All-boys Jesuit Catholic college-prep school in NYC, tuition-free via scholarship model. Comparable in single-sex Catholic identity, elite academic outcomes (100% college placement), and Jesuit educational tradition.
• Seton Hall Preparatory School: Catholic college-preparatory school in West Orange, NJ, affiliated with Seton Hall University. Comparable in Catholic identity, college-prep mission, NJ location, and broad academic/athletic programming; serves a slightly different (now co-ed) catchment.
• Bergen Catholic High School: All-boys Roman Catholic college-preparatory high school in Oradell, NJ, also operated under a religious order (Christian Brothers). Directly comparable to Don Bosco Prep in mission, single-sex model, athletic prominence, NJ catchment, and price point.
• St. Joseph Regional High School: All-boys Catholic college-prep school in Montvale, NJ, operated by the Brothers of the Christian Schools. Comparable in single-sex Catholic model, NJ North catchment, college-prep curriculum, and athletic programs.
• Christian Brothers Academy: Catholic college-preparatory school in Lincroft, NJ, run by the Christian Brothers. Comparable in all-boys Catholic mission, college-prep focus, premium tuition, strong athletics, and NJ regional draw.
• Xavier High School: All-boys Jesuit Catholic college-preparatory school in New York City. Comparable in single-sex Catholic Jesuit-style mission, elite college-prep outcomes, premium tuition, and strong alumni network; competes for top NJ/NY families.
• Saint Peter's Prep: All-boys Jesuit Catholic college-prep school in Jersey City, NJ. Comparable in single-sex Jesuit/Salesian-style educational mission, college-prep focus, NJ catchment, and strong athletics; competes for similar families.
• Monsignor Farrell High School: All-boys Catholic college-preparatory school on Staten Island, NY. Comparable in single-sex Catholic identity, college-prep mission, premium tuition, and competitive athletic programs; competes for similar NYC/NJ metro families.

Market position

Strengths5 records

Weaknesses5 records

Competitive moat5 records

Key risks6 records

Key highlights7 records

Customer concentration

• Xx.com/donboscoironmen
• YouTubeyoutube.com/channel/UC2URxmlSye12jkVRjt2LrqA
• Facebookfacebook.com/DonBoscoPrepOfficial
• Instagraminstagram.com/donboscorepofficial

Revenue estimate

Valuation estimate

Number of profiles

Profiles10 records

Funding overview

Funding rounds

Investors

Funding detail is available on the Subscription and Enterprise plan.Contact sales →

M&A

Investments

M&A and investment is available on the Subscription and Enterprise plan.Contact sales →

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