The Montclair Kimberley Academy
Grades: PK-12
Students: 1051
Type: Private
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201 Valley Road
Montclair, NJ 07042
Montclair, NJ 07042
(973) 746-9800
Read what parents are saying about The Montclair Kimberley Academy
We really wanted to love this school. It has a strong reputation and some wonderful teachers. But our family’s experience was disappointing and, at times, concerning.There was a ton of leadership turnover, and it really affected the day-to-day environment. Policies and expectations felt inconsistent
Posted by a parent on 12/8/2025Given our experience at MKA's Upper School, many of its teachers don't genuinely enjoy nurturing and supporting their students' academic development. In certain departments, the academic culture can feel exclusive and demoralizing, reminiscent of a competitive graduate program rather than a supporti
Posted by a parent on 6/19/2025We believe the whole school is a joke from the top to the bottom. The community is not effective. After school program is another job. With the money you spend, you might feel disappointed. We thinks that school raking is overrated. Importantly, administrators are unbelievable and hard to communicat
Posted by a community member on 3/17/2019This is my son's first year and he loves it. Their emphasis is a good balance between academic and social emotional growth. The advisor component is very helpful. I am never in the dark about my son's successes or weaknesses. Communication from the school in general is very good. The academics are c
Posted by a parent on 12/12/2017I had terrible experience at MKA, and decided to leave. If you are rich enough to donate tens of thousands of dollars a year, it will be a nice fit. outright favoritism based on donation money.
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