Hillside Catholic Academy (2026 Profile)

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About the School

Hillside Catholic Academy in Hillside, NJ, serves 194 co–ed students from kindergarten through 9th grade in a suburban community setting.
Founded in 2012, the school operates with a student–teacher ratio of 16:1 supported by 12 teachers.
The academy offers 10 Advanced Placement (AP) courses and maintains an enrollment diversity of approximately 75% students of color.
Annual tuition at Hillside Catholic Academy is $32,000, reflecting its private Catholic educational affiliation.
The school is a member of the National Catholic Educational Association and other school associations, supporting its Catholic orientation.

Quick Facts (2026)

Grades: Kindergarten-9
Enrollment: 194 students
Yearly Tuition: $32,000
Application Deadline: None / Rolling
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES)

School Facts

School Membership(s)School Assoc.

National Catholic Educational Association (NCEA)
Other school association(s)

Religious Affiliation

Catholic

Grades Offered

Grades Kindergarten-9

Students By Grade

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Distribution of Students By Grade
Grade	Hillside Catholic Academy
Pre-K	21
Kind	12
1	20
2	20
3	25
4	23
5	18
6	26
7	18
8	11

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Year Founded

2012

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Student Body

Total Students

194 students

Student Body Type

Co-ed

% Students of Color

75%

State avg.: 40%

Academics & Faculty

Total Classroom Teachers

12 teachers

Student-Teacher Ratio

16:1

National avg.: 11:1

Number of AP Courses

10 courses

Tuition & Acceptance Rate

Admission Deadline

None / Rolling

Yearly Tuition Cost

$32,000

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Application URL

Online Application

School Notes

School Motto: Greatness Awaits

Sample of notable school alumni/alumnae:
- Shaheen Holloway - Former player, current coach known for coaching at Seton Hall. -
- Bryce Aiken - Professional basketball player. -

Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES)

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Frequently Asked Questions

How much does Hillside Catholic Academy cost?

Hillside Catholic Academy's tuition is approximately $32,000 for private students.

Who are famous alumni from Hillside Catholic Academy?

Hillside Catholic Academy famous alumni include: Shaheen Holloway - Former player, current coach known for coaching at Seton Hall. and Bryce Aiken - Professional basketball player..

When is the application deadline for Hillside Catholic Academy?

The application deadline for Hillside Catholic Academy is rolling (applications are reviewed as they are received year-round).

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The average private school tuition in Union County, NJ is $18,490 for elementary schools and $22,714 for high schools (read more about average private school tuition across the country).

The average acceptance rate in Union County, NJ is 89% (read more about average acceptance rates across the country).