St. Catharine School (SCS) is an Advance Education, Inc. (AdvanceED) accredited Catholic elementary school within the Diocese of Trenton, educating students in Preschool through grade 8.
Approximately twenty years ago, St. Catharine School adopted "Faith, Knowledge, and Service" as a school motto.
These words encapsulate our identity, inspiration, and purpose in providing a high quality learning experience that supports the development of the whole child for all of the students of St. Catharine School.
Quick Stats (2024)
- Top Ranked NJ School
- Grades: Nursery/Preschool-8
- Enrollment: 317 students
- Average class size: 14 students
- Application Deadline: None / Rolling
- Source: Verified school update
Top Rankings
St. Catharine ranks among the top 20% of private schools in New Jersey for:
School Overview
School Membership(s)School Assoc.
Religious Affiliation
Grades Offered
Grades Nursery/Preschool-8
Year Founded
1931
School Calendar
Awards
Blue Ribbon School - Selected in 2018
Student Body
Total Students
317 students
Student Body Type
Co-ed
% Students of Color
4%
State avg.: 40%
Students by Grade
Academics and Faculty
Total Classroom Teachers
24 teachers
Student : Teacher Ratio
13:1
National avg.: 13:1
Average Class Size
14 students
Classroom Dress Code
Formal
Uniform
Uniform
Tuition and Acceptance Rate
Admission Deadline
None / Rolling
Sports
Total Sports Offered
8 sports
Sports
Source: Verified school update
Frequently Asked Questions
What sports does St. Catharine offer?
St. Catharine offers 8 interscholastic sports: Baseball, Basketball, Cheering, Cross Country, Soccer, Softball, Tennis and Track and Field.
What is St. Catharine's ranking?
St. Catharine ranks among the top 20% of private schools in New Jersey for: Largest student body and Oldest founding date.
When is the application deadline for St. Catharine?
The application deadline for St. Catharine is rolling (applications are reviewed as they are received year-round).
School Reviews
5 7/29/2023
St. Catharine School has been a wonderful environment for our daughter. We love the small class size and attention from the teachers with a faith based curriculum.
5 7/29/2023
Our family is proud to have our 3 children attend St. Catharine School. As an alumni myself, I'm happy to continue the tradition of maintaining a faith based education.
5 12/27/2018
Sent three children through this school. I could not be happier with their education. Older two were issued Mac Book Pro's. Current student has been issued a Chrome Book. School has Technology education and a quality STEM program (Project Lead the Way). Highly recommended.
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