Academy Of Saint Elizabeth

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Established in 1860, the Academy of Saint Elizabeth is the oldest high school for girls in the state of New Jersey, a designation that affirms the highest levels of tradition, excellence, and vitality.
Our goal is to inspire each of our young women to acquire a strong sense of self, a purpose, and a vision; to develop her talents and leadership skills and to imbue in her a code of moral responsibility that will be her compass for life's journey.
The Academy of Saint Elizabeth is a Catholic, independent, college preparatory school for young women, founded and sponsored by the Sisters of Charity of Saint Elizabeth.
The Academy's mission is to promote the disciplines of academic excellence and moral responsibility within a nurturing community of faith.

Quick Stats (2024)

  • Top Ranked NJ School
  • Grades: 9-12
  • Enrollment: 208 students
  • Yearly Tuition: $19,500
  • Average class size: 10 students
  • Application Deadline: Dec. 10
  • Source: Verified school update

Top Rankings

Academy Of Saint Elizabeth ranks among the top 20% of private schools in New Jersey for:

Category
Attribute
Sports offered
School History

School Overview

Student Body

Total Students
208 students
Student Body Type
% Students of Color
8%
State avg.: 40%
Students by Grade
Academy Of Saint Elizabeth Student By Grade

Academics and Faculty

Total Classroom Teachers
28 teachers
Student : Teacher Ratio
7:1
National avg.: 13:1
Average Class Size
10 students
Number of AP Courses
12 courses
List of Courses Offered
Advanced Courses
AP Biology w/ Lab, AP Calculus AB, AP Calculus BC, AP Chemistry w/ Lab, AP French V, AP Government & Politics, AP Language & Composition, AP Literature & Composition, AP Psychology, AP Spanish V, AP Statistics, AP U.S. History
Classroom Dress Code
Formal

Tuition and Acceptance Rate

Admission Deadline
Dec. 10
Yearly Tuition Cost
Admissions Director
Victoria Utoh
Admissions Associate
Erin O'Neill

Sports

School Notes

  • Established in 1860, the Academy of Saint Elizabeth is the oldest high school for girls in the state of New Jersey, a designation that affirms the highest levels of tradition, excellence, and vitality. Our goal is to inspire each of our young women to acquire a strong sense of self, a purpose, and a vision; to develop her talents and leadership skills and to imbue in her a code of moral responsibility that will be her compass for life's journey. The Academy of Saint Elizabeth is a Catholic, independent, college preparatory school for young women, founded and sponsored by the Sisters of Charity of Saint Elizabeth. The Academy's mission is to promote the disciplines of academic excellence and moral responsibility within a nurturing community of faith.
Source: Verified school update

Frequently Asked Questions

How much does Academy Of Saint Elizabeth cost?
Academy Of Saint Elizabeth's tuition is approximately $19,500 for private students.
What sports does Academy Of Saint Elizabeth offer?
Academy Of Saint Elizabeth offers 12 interscholastic sports: Basketball, Cross Country, Equestrian, Field Hockey, Ice Hockey, Lacrosse, Soccer, Softball, Swimming, Tennis, Track and Field and Volleyball. Academy Of Saint Elizabeth is ranked as one of the top 20% of private schools in New Jersey for most sports offered.
What is Academy Of Saint Elizabeth's ranking?
Academy Of Saint Elizabeth ranks among the top 20% of private schools in New Jersey for: Most sports offered and Oldest founding date.
When is the application deadline for Academy Of Saint Elizabeth?
The application deadline for Academy Of Saint Elizabeth is Dec. 10.

School Reviews

  5.00 out of 5  (5 reviews)
5  
I enrolled in the Academy because of COVID-19. I've stayed for the community. We've seen an increase in students- especially students of color-, course offerings, and involvement over my four years. The Administration is constantly looking for ways to improve the Academy experience, too. In just the past few years, we have expanded our Counseling department, added a Wellness Room, changed the AP exam day policy (if you have a test, you are excused from other classes on that day), introduced a new system for summer reading, refurbished the Library, and more. Something's always happening at the Academy. All in all, it's a small school with a big heart (that also looks a bit like Hogwarts-). And, for those who might be weary of a "Catholic education," we emphasize its principles more than its doctrine. Many of our Clubs are charity organizations and/or aim to foster a better community. Not that there is much better than this.
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5  
My grandmother Wilhelmina Schneider went to St Elizabeth's. Both of her parents had died by the time she was 12. She came from a small town in Georgia. Her father was the richest man in town. In his will he said that he wanted his daughter to be raised by the nuns and to attend St Elizabeth's at Covent Station New Jersey. It was a boarding school. She graduated 115 years ago. The nuns taught her how to paint china. I have a beautiful collection of china that she painted while attending the school.
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5  
My daughter is a Freshman and absolutely loves it! The campus is big and beautiful with athletic fields, tennis courts, and a swimming pool, and the classes are small (12-14). The buildings itself are authentic, with a brand new science lab. The curriculum is challenging and the teachers are interested and helpful. The Varsity sports teams are great, and everyone can play the sport they want. Also, St. E's is the only school with an all year round Equestrian team!
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5  
The Academy of Saint Elizabeth has been a positive experience for my daughter. She has been able to explore a variety of interests as a novice that she would not have been able to at our public high school. The small class size allows her to have a relationship with each one of her teachers past and present, who are invested in her success. I am watching as the Academy of Saint Elizabeth is fostering my daughter and her classmates in becoming confident young women and our future leaders.
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5  
This school has been a positive and challenging experience for our daughter. She came from a public school and has thrived with the academic challenges of the honors and AP classes. She has improved on on her PSAT scores each year, and the school is focused on getting girls to the next level. With a small school, they have challenged her to be a leader and join clubs and participate in sports, all things that she would not have done in the local public school. She has risen to the challenge. My daughter is looking forward to succeeding in the next level of education, and becoming a leader in the community due to the teachings at AOSE. The faculty encourages her to be the best person she can become and she has thrived at the school. The school is also conveniently located on the Morris & Essex line of NJ transit which, while a worry at first, has turned into a positive experience of meeting other students from both AOSE and other schools on the train line. I highly recommend the Academy of Saint Elizabeth. The single sex education has been something that both my wife and myself wish that we had had while growing up after seeing the positive results in our daughter.
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Quick Stats (2024)

  • Top Ranked NJ School
  • Grades: 9-12
  • Enrollment: 208 students
  • Yearly Tuition: $19,500
  • Average class size: 10 students
  • Application Deadline: Dec. 10
  • Source: Verified school update

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