Roselle Catholic High School
Tel:
(908)245-2350
- The philosophy of Roselle Catholic High School, a college preparatory regional high school in the Archdiocese of Newark, is based on the Catholic tradition of education as expressed by the Marist Brothers of the Schools.
- Following in the tradition of Saint Marcellin Champagnat, the founder of the Marist Brothers, we are a group of dedicated men and women who believe that when educating young people it is first necessary to love them.
- At Roselle Catholic, we strive to live and work as a Christian community marked by care, mutual respect and discipline.
- Inspired by Saint Marcellin, we strive to educate our students to be good Christians and good citizens.
- We believe that our primary responsibility is to provide for every student the maximum opportunity for personal fulfillment.
- This encompasses an understanding and application of ethical principles and values as well as a preparation for satisfying, productive work.
- We seek to develop in all of our students an appreciation for their intrinsic worth and an understanding of their strengths and limitations.
- We believe it is our responsibility to teach our students to appreciate diversity as a beneficial part of the multi-cultural world in which we live.
Quick Stats (2019-20)
- Grades: 9-12
- Students: 354 students
- Yearly Tuition: $11,500
- Average class size: 25 students
- Application Deadline: None / Rolling
Top Placements
Roselle Catholic High School places among the top 20% of private schools in New Jersey for:
- Category Attribute
- Student Body Largest student body
- Sports offered Most sports offered
- Extracurriculars Most extracurriculars offered
School Overview
| School Membership(s)School Assoc. | National Catholic Educational Association (NCEA) |
| Religious Affiliation | Roman Catholic |
| Grades Offered | Grades 9-12 |
| ADD/ADHD Support | Yes |
| Learning Difference Programs | Yes |
| Year Founded | 1959 |
Student Body
| Total Students | 354 students |
| Student Body Type | Co-ed |
| % Students of Color | 53% State avg.: 30% |
| Students by Grade |
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Academics and Faculty
| Total Classroom Teachers | 45 teachers |
| Student : Teacher Ratio | 8:1 National avg.: 13:1 |
| % Faculty w/Advanced Degree | 33% |
| Average Class Size | 25 students |
| Number of AP Courses | 12 courses |
| List of Courses Offered | Link to List of Courses |
| Advanced Courses | AP Biology, AP Calculus, AP Chemistry, AP Environmental Science, AP European History, AP French, AP Language & Composition, AP Literature & Composition, AP Psychology, AP Spanish, AP Studio Art, AP United States History, |
| Average SAT score | 1200 |
| Matriculation DataMatric. Data | Link to Matriculation Data |
| Classroom Dress Code | Formal |
Finances and Admission
| Admission Deadline | None / Rolling |
| Yearly Tuition Cost | $11,500 |
| % on Financial Aid | 75% |
| Average Financial Aid Grant | $2,000 |
| Admissions Director | Chris Clesca |
| Admissions Associate | Nancy Fischetti |
Sports
| Total Sports Offered | 13 sports |
| Sports | Baseball, Basketball, Bowling, Cheering, Cross Country, Indoor Soccer, Intramural Sports Only, Soccer, Softball, Track and Field, Volleyball, Weightlifting, Winter TrackBaseball, Basketball, Bowling, Cheering, Cross Country, Indoor Soccer, Intramural Sports Only, Soccer, Softball, Track and Field, Volleyball, Weightlifting, Winter Track |
Extracurriculars
| Total ExtracurricularsTotal Extra-curric. | 32 extracurriculars |
| ExtracurricularsExtra-curric. | Club or Organization: Anti-Bullying Club, Beatles Club, Book Club, Chess & Gaming Club, Environmental Club, Forensics, French Club, French National Honor Society, Freshman Ambassadors, Intramural Hockey, Irish-American Club, Italian-American Club, Japanese-Anime Club, Marist Youth, Math League, Mock Trial, Model UN, National Honor Society (NHS), Peer Counselors, Portuguese Association, Robotics Club, Salsa Club, Sophomore Activities Committee, Spanish Club, Spanish Honor Society, Student Council, Yearbook Arts and Music Programs: Dance Club, Digital Publications, Drama Club Recreational Athletic Programs: Intramural Football, Intramural Volleyball |
School Notes
- The philosophy of Roselle Catholic High School, a college preparatory regional high school in the Archdiocese of Newark, is based on the Catholic tradition of education as expressed by the Marist Brothers of the Schools. Following in the tradition of Saint Marcellin Champagnat, the founder of the Marist Brothers, we are a group of dedicated men and women who believe that when educating young people it is first necessary to love them. At Roselle Catholic, we strive to live and work as a Christian community marked by care, mutual respect and discipline. Inspired by Saint Marcellin, we strive to educate our students to be good Christians and good citizens. We believe that our primary responsibility is to provide for every student the maximum opportunity for personal fulfillment. This encompasses an understanding and application of ethical principles and values as well as a preparation for satisfying, productive work. We seek to develop in all of our students an appreciation for their intrinsic worth and an understanding of their strengths and limitations. We believe it is our responsibility to teach our students to appreciate diversity as a beneficial part of the multi-cultural world in which we live.
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