St. Benedict's Preparatory School

The Benedictine Monks of Newark Abbey, committed to the city of Newark by our vow of Stability of Place, sponsor and staff Saint Benedict's Prep, a Catholic preparatory school for boys in grades seven through twelve.
In the fifteen-hundred-year-old tradition of monastic schools, Saint Benedict's witnesses to the Good News of Jesus Christ through what the Church calls a preferential option for the poor.
By design, then, the student population reflects the racial, religious and socioeconomic mixture of the school's primary drawing area (the nearby urban neighborhoods of Newark, East Orange and Irvington), but includes residents of outlying towns as well.
Many of our students come from a background which is severely impoverished by the racism of our society and which leaves them at a competitive disadvantage in academics and indeed in daily living.
We enlist men and women who share our vision to assist us in our task of helping parents in their sacred duty of educating their children according to Christian principles.
Thus we offer a demanding college prep curriculum in the setting of a community that stresses Christian values, especially self-respect, fraternal cooperation and the primacy of the spiritual dimension in every phase of a person's life.

Quick Stats (2024)

  • Top Ranked NJ School
  • Grades: Kindergarten-12
  • Enrollment: 803 students
  • Yearly Tuition: $13,300
  • Application Deadline: Dec. 31 / rolling
  • Source: Verified school update

Top Rankings

St. Benedict's Preparatory School ranks among the top 20% of private schools in New Jersey for:

School Overview

Religious Affiliation
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-12
Offers Post-Graduate Year
Yes

Student Body

Total Students
803 students
Student Body Type
Co-ed
% Students of Color
89%
State avg.: 40%
Students by Grade
St. Benedict's Preparatory School Student By Grade

Academics and Faculty

Total Classroom Teachers
56 teachers
Student : Teacher Ratio
14:1
National avg.: 13:1
Number of AP Courses
99 courses
Classroom Dress Code
Formal

Tuition and Acceptance Rate

Admission Deadline
Dec. 31 / rolling
Yearly Tuition Cost
Admissions Director
Mario Gallo
Admissions Associate
Doris Lamourt

Sports

Extracurriculars

Total ExtracurricularsTotal Extra-curric.
13 extracurriculars
ExtracurricularsExtra-curric.
Club or Organization:
Admission Ambassadors, Graybee Ministry, Green Bees, Model UN, National Art Honor Society, National English Honor Society, National Honor Society, Newspaper

Arts and Music Programs:
1.Jazz Band, 2. Choir Ensemble, 3. Drum Line, 4. Drama Guild, Orchestra

School Notes

  • The Benedictine Monks of Newark Abbey, committed to the city of Newark by our vow of Stability of Place, sponsor and staff Saint Benedict's Prep, a Catholic preparatory school for boys in grades seven through twelve. In the fifteen-hundred-year-old tradition of monastic schools, Saint Benedict's witnesses to the Good News of Jesus Christ through what the Church calls a preferential option for the poor. By design, then, the student population reflects the racial, religious and socioeconomic mixture of the school's primary drawing area (the nearby urban neighborhoods of Newark, East Orange and Irvington), but includes residents of outlying towns as well. Many of our students come from a background which is severely impoverished by the racism of our society and which leaves them at a competitive disadvantage in academics and indeed in daily living. We enlist men and women who share our vision to assist us in our task of helping parents in their sacred duty of educating their children according to Christian principles. Thus we offer a demanding college prep curriculum in the setting of a community that stresses Christian values, especially self-respect, fraternal cooperation and the primacy of the spiritual dimension in every phase of a person's life.
Source: Verified school update

Frequently Asked Questions

How much does St. Benedict's Preparatory School cost?
St. Benedict's Preparatory School's tuition is approximately $13,300 for private students.
What sports does St. Benedict's Preparatory School offer?
St. Benedict's Preparatory School offers 12 interscholastic sports: Baseball, Basketball, Crew, Cross Country, Fencing, Golf, Martial Arts, Soccer, Swimming, Track and Field, Water Polo and Wrestling. St. Benedict's Preparatory School is ranked as one of the top 20% of private schools in New Jersey for most sports offered.
What is St. Benedict's Preparatory School's ranking?
St. Benedict's Preparatory School ranks among the top 20% of private schools in New Jersey for: Highest percentage of students of color, Largest student body, Most AP courses offered and Most sports offered.
When is the application deadline for St. Benedict's Preparatory School?
The application deadline for St. Benedict's Preparatory School is Dec. 31 / rolling (applications are due on Dec. 31 but additional applications are reviewed year-round as space permits ).
What neighborhood is St. Benedict's Preparatory School located?
St. Benedict's Preparatory School is located in the Springfield And Belmont neighborhood of Newark, NJ.

School Calendar

View the St. Benedict's Preparatory School yearly calendar below. Note key dates such as:

Event
Date
MD/PD: Spring Break Days
April 25, 2024 (Thursday)
MD/PD: Spring Break Days
April 26, 2024 (Friday)
MD/PD: Last Day of School
May 31, 2024 (Friday)
ED: Last Day of classes - Grade K-5 - Half Day - No Aftercare
June 07, 2024 (Friday)
ED: Last Day for faculty
June 11, 2024 (Tuesday)

School Reviews

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I think It's wonderful that my son has the opportunity to learn Rowing Crew. I don't think he would have even considered the sport had he not become a St. Benedict student. He looks forward to going to school every morning. He even painted his room the school colors. I like that the boys are encouraged to be team players and to push themselves beyond the limits.
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Quick Stats (2024)

  • Top Ranked NJ School
  • Grades: Kindergarten-12
  • Enrollment: 803 students
  • Yearly Tuition: $13,300
  • Application Deadline: Dec. 31 / rolling
  • Source: Verified school update

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The average private school tuition in Essex County, NJ is $19,757 for elementary schools and $28,128 for high schools (read more about average private school tuition across the country).
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