St. Joseph Elementary School

St. Joseph Elementary School in Ea Orange, NJ serves 177 students in grades K–8 within a large suburban community.
Founded in 1905, the Catholic co–ed school is a member of the National Catholic Educational Association and other associations for exceptional children.
The school maintains a udent–teacher ratio of 14:1 with 13 teachers supporting its elementary and middle school programs.
The udent body is highly diverse, with 99.4% of students representing students of color, ranking St.
Joseph among the top 20% of private schools in New Jersey for diversity.
As a suburban Catholic K–8 private school,. Joseph integrates religious affiliation alongside its academic offerings in Ea Orange.

Quick Facts (2025-26)

  • Top Ranked NJ School
  • Grades: Kindergarten-8
  • Enrollment: 177 students
  • Application Deadline: None / Rolling
  • Source: Verified school update

Top Rankings

St. Joseph Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of private schools in New Jersey for:

Category
Attribute
School History

School Overview

Religious Affiliation
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-8
Year Founded
1905
School Calendar

Student Body

Total Students
177 students
Student Body Type
Co-ed
% Students of Color
99%
State avg.: 40%
Students by Grade
St. Joseph Elementary School Student By Grade

Academics and Faculty

Total Classroom Teachers
13 teachers
Student-Teacher Ratio
14:1
National avg.: 13:1

Tuition and Acceptance Rate

Admission Deadline
None / Rolling
Application URL

School Notes

  • School Motto: PRIDE COMMITMENT HONOR
  • School Mascot: Joeys
Source: Verified school update

Frequently Asked Questions

What is St. Joseph Elementary School's ranking?
St. Joseph Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of private schools in New Jersey for: Highest percentage of students of color and Oldest founding date.
When is the application deadline for St. Joseph Elementary School?
The application deadline for St. Joseph Elementary School is rolling (applications are reviewed as they are received year-round).

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Quick Facts (2025-26)

  • Top Ranked NJ School
  • Grades: Kindergarten-8
  • Enrollment: 177 students
  • Application Deadline: None / Rolling
  • Source: Verified school update

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The average private school tuition in Essex County, NJ is $21,552 for elementary schools and $24,024 for high schools (read more about average private school tuition across the country).
The average acceptance rate in Essex County, NJ is 67% (read more about average acceptance rates across the country).

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