St. Joseph The Carpenter School (Top Ranked Private School for 2024-25)

140 East 3rd Avenue
Roselle, NJ 07203

St. Joseph The Carpenter School serves 227 students in grades Prekindergarten-8, is a member of the National Catholic Educational Association (NCEA).

The student:teacher of St. Joseph The Carpenter School is 19:1 and the school's religious affiliation is Catholic.

Quick Stats (2024-25)

Top Ranked NJ School
Grades: Prekindergarten-8
Enrollment: 227 students
Yearly Tuition: $4,450
Average class size: 18 students
Application Deadline: None / Rolling
Source: Verified school update

Top Rankings

St. Joseph The Carpenter School ranks among the top 20% of private schools in New Jersey for:

School Overview

School Membership(s)School Assoc.

National Catholic Educational Association (NCEA)

Religious Affiliation

Catholic

Grades Offered

Grades Prekindergarten-8

Learning Difference Programs

Yes

Learning Programs Supported

Specific Learning Disabilities

Year Founded

1916

Student Body

Total Students

227 students

Student Body Type

Co-ed

% Students of Color

84%

State avg.: 39%

Students by Grade

St. Joseph The Carpenter School Student By Grade

Academics and Faculty

Total Classroom Teachers

12 teachers

Student : Teacher Ratio

19:1

National avg.: 13:1

Average Class Size

18 students

Classroom Dress Code

Formal

Uniforms

Tuition and Acceptance Rate

Admission Deadline

None / Rolling

Yearly Tuition Cost

$4,450

View national tuition avg.

Tuition Notes

$4450 Parishioners $4800 Nonparishioners

Admissions Director

Patrick Mullen

Sports

Total Sports Offered

6 sports

Sports

Basketball, Cheering, Dance, Soccer, Track and Field, Volleyball

Extracurriculars

Total ExtracurricularsTotal Extra-curric.

9 extracurriculars

ExtracurricularsExtra-curric.

Club or Organization:
Book Club, Chess Club, Dance Club, Debate Club, Forensics Team, Gardening Club, Newspaper Club

Arts and Music Programs:
Art Club, Chorus

School Notes

The mission of St. Joseph the Carpenter School is to nurture a community of creative, compassionate, and responsible leaders who are prepared to share the intellectual and spiritual gifts they have been given by God to make the world a better place. We provide a safe and loving Christian environment where we value the rich diversity and unique learning styles of all our students.Here at St. Joseph's our students are encouraged to meet academic challenges with curiosity, enthusiasm, and critical thinking. Through the integration of technology in every classroom, our students are able to access a wealth of information that allows them to explore, analyze, and create which leads to a growing sense of intellectual independence. We strive to inspire a passion for learning that allows children to be willing to take academic risks, learn from their mistakes, and develop the perseverance they need to succeed in our competitive world. Through cooperative learning, our students strengthen their academic, social, and communication skills, while enjoying the sense of pride that comes from helping another student. Our continuously evolving curriculum provides students with the tools they need to become confident and creative builders of their future.As Christian educators, we guide our children as they develop a deeper awareness of their spiritual life and their growing relationship with God. We encourage them to explore new ideas and beliefs as we work to foster a sense of integrity and strong moral values. Together with parents, our educators strive to exemplify Christian values as we help our students to recognize themselves and others as loved and unique children of God.

Source: Verified school update

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Frequently Asked Questions

How much does St. Joseph The Carpenter School cost?

St. Joseph The Carpenter School's tuition is approximately $4,450 for private students.

What sports does St. Joseph The Carpenter School offer?

St. Joseph The Carpenter School offers 6 interscholastic sports: Basketball, Cheering, Dance, Soccer, Track and Field and Volleyball.

What is St. Joseph The Carpenter School's ranking?

St. Joseph The Carpenter School ranks among the top 20% of private schools in New Jersey for: Least expensive tuition, Highest percentage of students of color and Oldest founding date.

When is the application deadline for St. Joseph The Carpenter School?

The application deadline for St. Joseph The Carpenter School is rolling (applications are reviewed as they are received year-round).

School Reviews

5 5/17/2016

I attended Saint Joseph's school, grades 1 through 8 (graduated in 1954) and remember it so fondly. The Sisters of Saint Joseph prepared us well. The parish was the center of our lives.

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