Rev George A Brown School
Tel:
(973) 729-6125
- George A. Brown Memorial School, a Roman Catholic parochial school in the Diocese of Paterson, offers programs for children in pre-school through grade 8.
- Rev. Brown was the first Catholic school in Sussex County and was named for the first pastor of Our Lady of the Lake Church.
- The school has built a reputation for developing strong spiritual values in an equally strong academic environment.
- It is a reputation gained through the efforts of dedicated teachers at all grade levels, hard work and diligence on the part of our students, and the participation and support of school parents.
- Staff development and curriculum improvements have also had a positive impact on student achievement, as demonstrated by our students' and school's accomplishments.
Quick Stats (2021)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-4
- Students: 467 students
- Application Deadline: None / Rolling
Top Placements
Rev George A Brown School places among the top 20% of private schools in New Jersey for:
- Category Attribute
- Student Body Largest student body
School Overview
School Membership(s)School Assoc. | National Catholic Educational Association (NCEA) |
Religious Affiliation | Roman Catholic |
Grades Offered | Grades Prekindergarten-4 |
Student Body
Total Students | 467 students |
Student Body Type | Co-ed |
% Students of Color | 13% State avg.: 29% |
Students by Grade |
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Academics and Faculty
Total Classroom Teachers | 24 teachers |
Student : Teacher Ratio | 19:1 National avg.: 13:1 |
Finances and Admission
Admission Deadline | None / Rolling |
School Notes
- George A. Brown Memorial School, a Roman Catholic parochial school in the Diocese of Paterson, offers programs for children in pre-school through grade 8. Rev. Brown was the first Catholic school in Sussex County and was named for the first pastor of Our Lady of the Lake Church. The school has built a reputation for developing strong spiritual values in an equally strong academic environment. It is a reputation gained through the efforts of dedicated teachers at all grade levels, hard work and diligence on the part of our students, and the participation and support of school parents. Staff development and curriculum improvements have also had a positive impact on student achievement, as demonstrated by our students' and school's accomplishments.
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