We are D-E

Dwight-Englewood School (D-E) is a coeducational, independent school of approximately 1,000 students, serving a seamless education experience for students in preschool through Grade 12. Comprised of three divisions -- the Lower, Middle, and Upper Schools -- each with their own distinctive personality, D-E is the most ethnically-diverse school in Bergen County with students who represent over 80 communities in New Jersey and New York. The school is accredited by the Middle States Association of Colleges and Schools and the New Jersey Association of Independent Schools, and is a member of the National Association of Independent Schools.

Dwight-Englewood gives the highest quality preparation for college and university work while fostering independent thinking; the ability to solve problems; and the skills, tolerance, and integrity it takes to thrive in our multifaceted world. To learn more, including our core values, and our Profile of a D-E Teacher and Profile of a D-E Graduate statements, visit www.d-e.org/values.

Mission Statement

“As a community of learners, Dwight-Englewood School strives to foster in each student a passion for life-long learning. We seek excellence, honor integrity, and embrace diversity in order to develop the skills, values, and courage to meet the challenges of a changing world and make it better.”

How to Reach Us

School Phone Number

201-569-9500

Academic Issues

Upper School: 201-227-3240
Middle School: 201-227-3230
Lower School: 201-227-3220

Alumni

201-227-3111

Athletics

Upper School: 201-227-3150
Middle School: 201-227-3151
Athletics Trainer: 201-227-3152

Communications / Publications & Media Inquiries

201-227-3117 or webmaster@d-e.org

Development

201-227-3107

Reporting an Absence

Upper School: 201-227-3302
Middle School: 201-227-3301 or 201-227-3230
Lower School: 201-227-3220

Technology/ Password Help

ext. 3177

Transportation

201-227-3129

Update your directory information

ext. 3177

Website Issues

klemeb@d-e.org

Fast Facts

Campus Center

  • 250 Seat Theater Auditorium 

  • 9 General Classrooms 

  • Specialized Choral, Orchestra and Bell Choir Classrooms 

  • 4 Soundproof Music Practice Rooms 

  • School Store

  • Senior Lounge 

  • Student COOP

  • Arts Display Spaces 

  • Wireless Internet Access

Swartley Art Center

  • Photography Studio with Fully-Equipped Darkroom

  • Fully-Equipped Ceramics Studio 

  • The Swartley Art Gallery 

  • 7 Studio Art Classrooms, which includes Lower School Art

  • Fully-Equipped Printmaking space

Modell's Sports Complex

  • 2 Gymnasiums 

  • Dance/Aerobic Studio 

  • Weight Room 

  • 2 On-Campus Fields 

  • 3 Additional Fields 

  • 5 Tennis Courts 

  • Wireless Internet Access

Leggett Hall

  • 21 Upper-School Classrooms

  • Carson Reading Room

  • Gelman Room

  • Hulst House

  • Office of the Head of School

  • Wireless Internet Access

Graham House

  • Admissions Office 

  • Alumni Office 

  • Business Office 

  • Development Office

Imperatore Library

  • 35,000+ Volumes

  • BOGO Study Lounge

  • Computer Labs

  • Taub Technology Center

  • Wireless Internet Access

Khubani Performing Arts Center

  • State-of-the-Art Theatre 

  • Music Instruction Rooms 

  • Wireless Internet Access

Umpleby Hall

  • 17 Middle-School Classrooms 

  • 2 Fully-Equipped Science Labs 

  • Wireless Internet Access

Middle School

  • 3 grade-specific floors

  • 1 multi-use Teaching Kitchen

  • 14 classrooms with overhead opening doors

  • Community front porches outside the classrooms for project based learning

  • 45 chairs in Grove for outdoor classes

  • 5 science lab classrooms

Drapkin Hall Lower School

  • 15 Classrooms 

  • Cafeteria 

  • Gymnasium 

  • Library 

  • Computer Room 

  • Wireless Internet Access

STEM Center

  • 30,000 square feet 

  • Biochemistry Labs 

  • Physics Labs

  • Mathematics Classrooms

  • Wireless Internet Access

Statement Of Non-Discrimination

Dwight-Englewood is a non-profit corporation accredited by the Middle States Association of Colleges and Secondary Schools and the New Jersey Association of Independent Schools. Dwight-Englewood School is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate on the basis of sex, ethnicity, age, national origin, religion, genetic information, marital status, sexual orientation, gender identity, pregnancy or military veteran status. The diversity of our student body supports our commitment to employ a diverse faculty and staff. Educators and staff from all backgrounds who bring knowledge and expertise in equity, diversity and multicultural education are especially encouraged to apply.