St. Benedict School
The primary goal of St. Benedict School is to assist each child in discovering his or her own unique gifts.
We strive to create an environment which stresses the importance of the individual within the context of the community and to promote a positive image for each child.
St. Benedict School fosters a contemporary, enriched academic environment providing a disciplined program of study for girls and boys from kindergarten through Grade 8, in the warmth of a Christian classroom community.
Each student is encouraged to accept the challenges of being a Christian in an ever-changing world.
Quick Stats (2022)
- Top Ranked NJ School
- Grades: Prekindergarten-8
- Students: 448 students
- Yearly Tuition: $5,400
- Application Deadline: Jan. 30 / rolling
Top Rankings
St. Benedict 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 Prekindergarten-8
Learning Difference Programs
Yes
School Calendar
Student Body
Total Students
448 students
Student Body Type
Co-ed
% Students of Color
9%
State avg.: 38%
Students by Grade

Academics and Faculty
Total Classroom Teachers
25 teachers
Student : Teacher Ratio
18:1
National avg.: 13:1
% Faculty w/Advanced Degree
26%
Classroom Dress Code
Formal
(School Uniform)
(School Uniform)
Tuition and Acceptance Rate
Admission Deadline
Jan. 30 / rolling
Yearly Tuition Cost
Sports
Total Sports Offered
7 sports
Sports
Extracurriculars
Total ExtracurricularsTotal Extra-curric.
17 extracurriculars
ExtracurricularsExtra-curric.
Club or Organization:
Academic Team, Ambassadors, Animation Club, Bowling League, Builders Club, Chess Club, Girls' Outdoor Adventure, Math Team, Mission Club, Page Turners Book Club, Rosary Club, Student Council, Yearbook Club
Arts and Music Programs:
Band, Drama Club, Girls' Jam, School Choir
Academic Team, Ambassadors, Animation Club, Bowling League, Builders Club, Chess Club, Girls' Outdoor Adventure, Math Team, Mission Club, Page Turners Book Club, Rosary Club, Student Council, Yearbook Club
Arts and Music Programs:
Band, Drama Club, Girls' Jam, School Choir
School Reviews
5 5/17/2016
This is a fantastic school. A quality education. They have a special ex coordinator and they work with you to accommodate your children's needs.
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