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Our Lady Of Guadalupe Academy (Closed 2024)

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St. Anthony of Padua School, a Catholic community, is rooted in the teachings of Jesus and of Saint Francis.

We strive to foster spiritual and academic growth in our students through prayer, religious training and educational experiences.

Our goals are to acknowledge our Christian mission of service and love, to build respect for self and others, to nurture awareness of our God-given capabilities, to encourage acceptance of personal responsibility, and to develop the educational skills needed to function productively.

The curriculum that we have developed at St. Anthony's School is in accordance with the Diocese of Paterson curriculum guides for each subject and grade level.

We also follow the Core Curriculum Standards from the New Jersey Department of Education as our guide for each subject and grade level.

Saint Anthony of Padua School, a Catholic community, is rooted in the teachings of Jesus and of Saint Francis.

We strive to foster spiritual and academic growth in our students through prayer, religious training, and educational experiences.

Our goals are to acknowledge our Christian mission of service and love, to build respect for self and others, to nurture awareness of God-given capabilities, to encourage acceptance of personal responsibility, and to develop the educational skills needed to function productively.

School Overview

Religious Affiliation

Catholic

Grades Offered

Grades Prekindergarten-8

School Calendar

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Student Body

Total Students

167 students

Student Body Type

Co-ed

% Students of Color

90%

State avg.: 40%

Students by Grade

Academics and Faculty

Total Classroom Teachers

18 teachers

Student-Teacher Ratio

9:1

National avg.: 11:1

Tuition and Acceptance Rate

Admission Deadline

None / Rolling

School Notes

St. Anthony of Padua School, a Catholic community, is rooted in the teachings of Jesus and of Saint Francis. We strive to foster spiritual and academic growth in our students through prayer, religious training and educational experiences. Our goals are to acknowledge our Christian mission of service and love, to build respect for self and others, to nurture awareness of our God-given capabilities, to encourage acceptance of personal responsibility, and to develop the educational skills needed to function productively. The curriculum that we have developed at St. Anthony's School is in accordance with the Diocese of Paterson curriculum guides for each subject and grade level. We also follow the Core Curriculum Standards from the New Jersey Department of Education as our guide for each subject and grade level. Saint Anthony of Padua School, a Catholic community, is rooted in the teachings of Jesus and of Saint Francis. We strive to foster spiritual and academic growth in our students through prayer, religious training, and educational experiences. Our goals are to acknowledge our Christian mission of service and love, to build respect for self and others, to nurture awareness of God-given capabilities, to encourage acceptance of personal responsibility, and to develop the educational skills needed to function productively.

Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES)

Frequently Asked Questions

When is the application deadline for Our Lady Of Guadalupe Academy?

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

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