Rev George A Brown School

George A. Brown Memorial School, a Roman Catholic parochial school in the Diocese of Paterson, offers programs for children in pre-school through grade 8.
Rev. Brown was the first Catholic school in Sussex County and was named for the first pastor of Our Lady of the Lake Church.
The school has built a reputation for developing strong spiritual values in an equally strong academic environment.
It is a reputation gained through the efforts of dedicated teachers at all grade levels, hard work and diligence on the part of our students, and the participation and support of school parents.
Staff development and curriculum improvements have also had a positive impact on student achievement, as demonstrated by our students' and school's accomplishments.

Quick Stats (2024)

  • Top Ranked NJ School
  • Grades: Prekindergarten-4
  • Enrollment: 445 students
  • Application Deadline: None / Rolling
  • Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES)

Top Rankings

Rev George A Brown School ranks among the top 20% of private schools in New Jersey for:

Category
Attribute

School Overview

School Membership(s)School Assoc.
Religious Affiliation
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-4

Student Body

Total Students
445 students
Student Body Type
Co-ed
% Students of Color
13%
State avg.: 40%
Students by Grade
Rev George A Brown School Student By Grade

Academics and Faculty

Total Classroom Teachers
20 teachers
Student : Teacher Ratio
22:1
National avg.: 13:1

Tuition and Acceptance Rate

Admission Deadline
None / Rolling

School Notes

  • George A. Brown Memorial School, a Roman Catholic parochial school in the Diocese of Paterson, offers programs for children in pre-school through grade 8. Rev. Brown was the first Catholic school in Sussex County and was named for the first pastor of Our Lady of the Lake Church. The school has built a reputation for developing strong spiritual values in an equally strong academic environment. It is a reputation gained through the efforts of dedicated teachers at all grade levels, hard work and diligence on the part of our students, and the participation and support of school parents. Staff development and curriculum improvements have also had a positive impact on student achievement, as demonstrated by our students' and school's accomplishments.
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES)

Frequently Asked Questions

What is Rev George A Brown School's ranking?
Rev George A Brown School ranks among the top 20% of private schools in New Jersey for: Largest student body.
When is the application deadline for Rev George A Brown School?
The application deadline for Rev George A Brown School is rolling (applications are reviewed as they are received year-round).

School Calendar

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Date
Holy Thursday (Schools Closed)
March 28, 2024 (Thursday)
Good Friday (Schools Closed)
March 29, 2024 (Friday)
Schools Closed
May 27, 2024 (Monday)

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Quick Stats (2024)

  • Top Ranked NJ School
  • Grades: Prekindergarten-4
  • Enrollment: 445 students
  • Application Deadline: None / Rolling
  • Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES)

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