Our Lady of Sorrows School is committed to proclaiming and living the Good News of Jesus, striving for academic excellence, and forming exemplary leasers for the 21st century.
We achieve this goal in the Catholic tradition with a partnership between families and teachers working together with the students to discover their own unique gifts and to develop them to their fullest potential.
Christ. Our mission is to foster and nurture Christian values in the Catholic tradition so that for each child Christ may truly be: the way, the truth, and the light.
Our aim is to help the child grow towards maturity in faith with a total commitment of one's whole being to the person of Christ.
Our ultimate goal is to reveal to each child an understanding that the Word is the message of hope and salvation.
Our aim as educators is to assist the parents in the development of each child's spiritual, moral, intellectual, physical, and social abilities and talents.
We stimulate in each child the pride of accomplishment needed for a happy and successful life.
We help them mature at their own rate of growth according to ability, recognizing individual needs and being aware of their personal uniqueness.
Quick Stats (2025)
- Top Ranked NJ School
- Grades: Prekindergarten-8
- Enrollment: 305 students
- Yearly Tuition: $5,500
- Acceptance rate: 25%
- Average class size: 20 students
- Application Deadline: None / Rolling
- Source: Verified school update
Top Rankings
Our Lady Of Sorrows School ranks among the top 20% of private schools in New Jersey for:
Category
Attribute
Affordability
Acceptance Rate
Student Body
School History
School Overview
School Membership(s)School Assoc.
Religious Affiliation
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-8
Year Founded
1890
First Day of School
Mon. Sep 1, 2025
Student Body
Total Students
305 students
Student Body Type
Co-ed
% Students of Color
45%
State avg.: 39%
Students by Grade
Academics and Faculty
Total Classroom Teachers
24 teachers
Student : Teacher Ratio
13:1
National avg.: 13:1
Average Class Size
20 students
Tuition and Acceptance Rate
Admission Deadline
None / Rolling
Yearly Tuition Cost
Acceptance Rate
25%
National avg.: 81%
Application URL
School Notes
- School Motto: 'Children: They are neither yours nor mine. They belong to God.'
- School Mascot: Crusaders
- Our Lady of Sorrows School is committed to proclaiming and living the Good News of Jesus, striving for academic excellence, and forming exemplary leasers for the 21st century. We achieve this goal in the Catholic tradition with a partnership between families and teachers working together with the students to discover their own unique gifts and to develop them to their fullest potential. Christ. Our mission is to foster and nurture Christian values in the Catholic tradition so that for each child Christ may truly be: the way, the truth, and the light. Our aim is to help the child grow towards maturity in faith with a total commitment of one's whole being to the person of Christ. Our ultimate goal is to reveal to each child an understanding that the Word is the message of hope and salvation. Our aim as educators is to assist the parents in the development of each child's spiritual, moral, intellectual, physical, and social abilities and talents. We stimulate in each child the pride of accomplishment needed for a happy and successful life. We help them mature at their own rate of growth according to ability, recognizing individual needs and being aware of their personal uniqueness.
Source: Verified school update
Frequently Asked Questions
How much does Our Lady Of Sorrows School cost?
Our Lady Of Sorrows School's tuition is approximately $5,500 for private students.
What is the acceptance rate of Our Lady Of Sorrows School?
The acceptance rate of Our Lady Of Sorrows School is 25%, which is lower than the national average of 77%. Our Lady Of Sorrows School's acceptance rate is ranked among the top private schools in New Jersey with low acceptance rates.
What is Our Lady Of Sorrows School's ranking?
Our Lady Of Sorrows School ranks among the top 20% of private schools in New Jersey for: Least expensive tuition, Lowest average acceptance rates, Largest student body and Oldest founding date.
When is the application deadline for Our Lady Of Sorrows School?
The application deadline for Our Lady Of Sorrows School is rolling (applications are reviewed as they are received year-round).
School Calendar
View the Our Lady Of Sorrows School yearly calendar below. Note key dates such as:
Event
Date
Columbus Day - School Closed
October 13, 2025 (Monday)
School Closed - Professional Development Day
October 20, 2025 (Monday)
Last Day for Summer Uniforms
October 24, 2025 (Friday)
First Day of Winter Uniforms
October 27, 2025 (Monday)
School Closed - No Classes Prek and Grades K-8
November 07, 2025 (Friday)
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