Mt. St Mary Academy
The mission of Mount Saint Mary Academy is to challenge each student to develop her fullest potential in a Christian atmosphere of love and caring.
As a private Catholic secondary school, founded by the Sisters of Mercy of New Jersey, and rooted in the tradition of their Foundress, Venerable Catherine McAuley, Mount Saint Mary Academy is committed to academic excellence with special concern for women.
Quick Stats (2021)
- Top Ranked NJ School
- Grades: 9-12
- Students: 370 students
- Application Deadline: None / Rolling
Top Placements
Mt. St Mary Academy places among the top 20% of private schools in New Jersey for:
Category
Attribute
Student Body
School Overview
School Membership(s)School Assoc.
Religious Affiliation
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
Student Body
Total Students
370 students
Student Body Type
% Students of Color
13%
State avg.: 39%
Students by Grade
Academics and Faculty
Total Classroom Teachers
37 teachers
Student : Teacher Ratio
10:1
National avg.: 13:1
Finances and Admission
Admission Deadline
None / Rolling
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The nearest high school to Mt. St Mary Academy is Al-Minhaal Academy (1.0 miles away)
The nearest elementary school is Nj Classical Academy (0.8 miles away)
The nearest preschool is Taylor's Learning Center (0.1 miles away)
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