Paterson Catholic High School

Paterson STEAM High School is a four-year public high school in Paterson in Passaic County, in the U.S.
state of New Jersey, operated as part of the Paterson Public Schools.
It is one of the academy programs serving students in ninth through twelfth grades offered by the school district.

Quick Stats (2025)

  • Top Ranked NJ School
  • Grades: 9-12
  • Enrollment: 303 students
  • Average class size: 20 students
  • Application Deadline: None / Rolling
  • Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES)

Top Rankings

Paterson Catholic High School ranks among the top 20% of private schools in New Jersey for:

School Overview

School Membership(s)School Assoc.
Religious Affiliation
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
Year Founded
2022
School Calendar

Student Body

Total Students
303 students
Student Body Type
Co-ed
% Students of Color
99%
State avg.: 39%
Students by Grade
Paterson Catholic High School Student By Grade

Academics and Faculty

Total Classroom Teachers
23 teachers
Student : Teacher Ratio
13:1
National avg.: 13:1
Average Class Size
20 students

Tuition and Acceptance Rate

Admission Deadline
None / Rolling
Application URL

School Notes

  • Sample of notable school alumni/alumnae:
    • Malcolm X - Civil Rights Leader -
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES)

Frequently Asked Questions

What schools are Paterson Catholic High School often compared to?
Paterson Catholic High School is often viewed alongside schools like De Paul Catholic High School by visitors of our site.
Who are famous alumni from Paterson Catholic High School?
Paterson Catholic High School famous alumni include: Malcolm X - Civil Rights Leader.
What is Paterson Catholic High School's ranking?
Paterson Catholic High School ranks among the top 20% of private schools in New Jersey for: Highest percentage of students of color and Largest student body.
When is the application deadline for Paterson Catholic High School?
The application deadline for Paterson Catholic High School is rolling (applications are reviewed as they are received year-round).

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Quick Stats (2025)

  • Top Ranked NJ School
  • Grades: 9-12
  • Enrollment: 303 students
  • Average class size: 20 students
  • Application Deadline: None / Rolling
  • Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES)

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Did You Know?

The average private school tuition in Passaic County, NJ is $11,429 for elementary schools and $14,049 for high schools (read more about average private school tuition across the country).
The average acceptance rate in Passaic County, NJ is 73% (read more about average acceptance rates across the country).

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