St. John The Apole School in Linden, NJ serves 439 students from pre–kindergarten through eighth grade in a suburban setting.
This co–ed Catholic school maintains a udent–teacher ratio of 23:1 with 19 teachers on staff.
The school represents a diverse udent body with approximately 24% students of color.
John The Apole ranks among the top 20% of private schools in New Jersey for the size of its student body.
Programs are offered from pre–kindergarten through grade 8, reflecting the Catholic educational tradition in a large suburban community.
Quick Facts (2026)
- Top-Ranked NJ School
- Grades: Prekindergarten-8
- Enrollment: 439 students
- Application Deadline: None / Rolling
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES)
Top Rankings
St. John The Apostle School ranks among the top 20% of private schools in New Jersey for:
Category
Attribute
Student Body
School Overview
Religious Affiliation
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-8
School Calendar
Student Body
Total Students
439 students
Student Body Type
Co-ed
% Students of Color
24%
State avg.: 40%
Students by Grade
Academics and Faculty
Total Classroom Teachers
19 teachers
Student-Teacher Ratio
23:1
National avg.: 13:1
Tuition and Acceptance Rate
Admission Deadline
None / Rolling
Application URL
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES)
Frequently Asked Questions
What schools are St. John The Apostle School often compared to?
St. John The Apostle School is often viewed alongside schools like St. Joseph The Carpenter School by visitors of our site.
What is St. John The Apostle School's ranking?
St. John The Apostle School ranks among the top 20% of private schools in New Jersey for: Largest student body.
When is the application deadline for St. John The Apostle School?
The application deadline for St. John The Apostle School is rolling (applications are reviewed as they are received year-round).
Nearby Private Schools
Popular comparisons: St. John The Apostle School vs. St. Joseph The Carpenter School
The nearest high school to St. John The Apostle School is Mother Seton Regional High School (1.2 miles away)
The nearest elementary school is St. John The Apostle School (1.1 miles away)
The nearest preschool is The Goddard School (1.0 miles away)
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The Goddard School![The Goddard School Photo]( "The Goddard School Photo")
Daycare / Preschool
25 Commerce Drive
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(610) 478-8757
Reading, PA 19610
(610) 478-8757
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Gr: NS-K
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Clark, NJ 07066
(732) 388-1360
Clark, NJ 07066
(732) 388-1360
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Clark, NJ 07066
(732) 382-1952
Clark, NJ 07066
(732) 382-1952
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Sunshine Academy
Daycare / Preschool
600 N Wood Ave
Linden, NJ 07036
(908) 486-6161
Linden, NJ 07036
(908) 486-6161
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Discovery Child Care Center
Daycare / Preschool
1 Commerce Dr
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(908) 272-3500
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(908) 272-3500
1.4 miles
Gr: K | 10 students
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