Assumption Catholic School

Assumption Catholic School (ACS) has been educating students since 1963 in a well-maintained building on beautifully landscaped grounds in a quiet residential section of Perth Amboy.
A Catholic school education is an investment in your child's future.
Children that have a challenging and comprehensive course of studies in the primary grades establish a foundation that prepares them for success in high school, college, and life.
ACS features a full-day pre-K (for four-year-old) through 8th grade on a single campus. This offers a single drop-off and pick-up point for families with more than one elementary school child. ACS offers before-school and after-school care.

Quick Stats (2024)

  • Top Ranked NJ School
  • Grades: Kindergarten-8
  • Enrollment: 138 students
  • Yearly Tuition: $4,300
  • Acceptance rate: 95%
  • Average class size: 17 students
  • Application Deadline: None / Rolling
  • Source: Verified school update

Top Rankings

Assumption Catholic School ranks among the top 20% of private schools in New Jersey for:

School Overview

School Membership(s)School Assoc.
Religious Affiliation
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-8

Student Body

Total Students
138 students
Student Body Type
Co-ed
% Students of Color
71%
State avg.: 40%
Students by Grade
Assumption Catholic School Student By Grade

Academics and Faculty

Total Classroom Teachers
11 teachers
Student : Teacher Ratio
13:1
National avg.: 13:1
% Faculty w/Advanced Degree
85%
Average Class Size
17 students
Classroom Dress Code
Formal
Uniforms

Tuition and Acceptance Rate

Admission Deadline
None / Rolling
Yearly Tuition Cost
Tuition Notes
$4300 with no fundraising obligation, $3650 with obligations. Discounts given for siblings.
Acceptance Rate
95%
National avg.: 85%
Admissions Director
Lissette Shumny

Sports

Total Sports Offered
2 sports
Source: Verified school update

Frequently Asked Questions

How much does Assumption Catholic School cost?
Assumption Catholic School's tuition is approximately $4,300 for private students.
What is the acceptance rate of Assumption Catholic School?
The acceptance rate of Assumption Catholic School is 95%, which is higher than the national average of 80%.
What sports does Assumption Catholic School offer?
Assumption Catholic School offers 2 interscholastic sports: Bowling and Track and Field.
What is Assumption Catholic School's ranking?
Assumption Catholic School ranks among the top 20% of private schools in New Jersey for: Least expensive tuition and Highest percentage of faculty with advanced degrees.
When is the application deadline for Assumption Catholic School?
The application deadline for Assumption Catholic School is rolling (applications are reviewed as they are received year-round).

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Quick Stats (2024)

  • Top Ranked NJ School
  • Grades: Kindergarten-8
  • Enrollment: 138 students
  • Yearly Tuition: $4,300
  • Acceptance rate: 95%
  • Average class size: 17 students
  • Application Deadline: None / Rolling
  • Source: Verified school update

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