Academy Of Our Lady At St. Catharine (Top Ranked Private School for 2025-26)

180 Rodney St
Glen Rock, NJ 07452

We, the people of the Academy of Our Lady, are a faith filled community dedicated to living Gospel values and serving as a reflection of Jesus' love to each other and those in need of our compassion and assistance.

We are committed to educating and guiding the students and their families spiritually, intellectually, physically, emotionally, and socially.

We provide an atmosphere in which we encourage every person to grow to his/her fullest potential in family, church, school and community life, mindful that we are all sisters and brothers in Jesus' love.

Quick Facts (2025-26)

Top Ranked NJ School
Grades: Prekindergarten-8
Enrollment: 322 students
Yearly Tuition: $3,268
Average class size: 21 students
Application Deadline: None / Rolling
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES)

Top Rankings

Academy Of Our Lady At St. Catharine 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

Year Founded

1923

Summer School Offered

Yes

School Calendar

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Awards

Blue Ribbon School - Selected in 2013

Campus Size

12 acres

Student Body

Total Students

322 students

Student Body Type

Co-ed

% Students of Color

13%

State avg.: 40%

Students by Grade

Academy Of Our Lady At St. Catharine Student By Grade

Academics and Faculty

Total Classroom Teachers

17 teachers

Student-Teacher Ratio

19:1

National avg.: 13:1

Average Class Size

21 students

Tuition and Acceptance Rate

Admission Deadline

None / Rolling

Yearly Tuition Cost

$3,268

View national tuition avg.

Tuition Notes

Parishioner rate for Our Lady of Mt. Carmel and St. Catharine parishes

Application URL

Online Application

School Notes

School Motto: Building the Kingdom, one child at a time.

- Excellent Catholic education - Pre-K 3 thru Grade 8 - Service Learning school - Accredited by Middle States Association - Students have Award winning competitions/HS scholarships

Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES)

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Frequently Asked Questions

How much does Academy Of Our Lady At St. Catharine cost?

Academy Of Our Lady At St. Catharine's tuition is approximately $3,268 for private students.

What is Academy Of Our Lady At St. Catharine's ranking?

Academy Of Our Lady At St. Catharine ranks among the top 20% of private schools in New Jersey for: Least expensive tuition, Largest student body and Oldest founding date.

When is the application deadline for Academy Of Our Lady At St. Catharine?

The application deadline for Academy Of Our Lady At St. Catharine is rolling (applications are reviewed as they are received year-round).

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