St. Joseph Continuation School
Saint Joseph School is a Catholic Grammar School in Carteret, New Jersey, in the Diocese of Metuchen.
We offer quality education for Pre-K 3 to 8th Grade with a Before and After Care Program.
The school community of Saint Joseph School in Carteret is dedicated to proclaiming the Gospel message of Jesus Christ and providing an academic program excelling in the development of the talents and intellectual abilities of the students entrusted to our care.
At Saint Joseph Catholic school, we welcome students of all faiths. We embrace the common goal that all faiths contain of doing good and striving to be the best for the world.
The education at Saint Joseph Catholic Grammar School also excels in the subjects of Reading, English, Science, Social Studies, Mathematics, Computer Education, Art and Physical Education.
We are proud of our award winning art program. Many of our students have won local, state and national competitions.
We are members of the National Junior Honor Society.
Quick Stats (2023)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-8
- Enrollment: 156 students
- Average class size: 15 students
- Application Deadline: None / Rolling
- Source: Verified school update
School Overview
School Membership(s)School Assoc.
Religious Affiliation
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-8
School Calendar
Student Body
Total Students
156 students
Student Body Type
Co-ed
% Students of Color
75%
State avg.: 39%
Students by Grade

Academics and Faculty
Total Classroom Teachers
13 teachers
Student : Teacher Ratio
12:1
National avg.: 13:1
Average Class Size
15 students
Tuition and Acceptance Rate
Admission Deadline
None / Rolling
School Notes
- Saint Joseph School is a Catholic Grammar School in Carteret, New Jersey, in the Diocese of Metuchen. We offer quality education for Pre-K 3 to 8th Grade with a Before and After Care Program. The school community of Saint Joseph School in Carteret is dedicated to proclaiming the Gospel message of Jesus Christ and providing an academic program excelling in the development of the talents and intellectual abilities of the students entrusted to our care. At Saint Joseph Catholic school, the priority of the education is devoted to teaching its students with knowledge of the Catholic faith, explaining to them the Church's nature, history, and teaching. The education at Saint Joseph Catholic Grammar School also excels in the subjects of Reading, English, Science, Social Studies, Mathematics, Computer Education, and Physical Education.
Source: Verified school update
Frequently Asked Questions
When is the application deadline for St. Joseph Continuation School?
The application deadline for St. Joseph Continuation School is rolling (applications are reviewed as they are received year-round).
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