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
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-8
School Calendar
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)
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