Established in 1939, Saint Joseph School is a 2011 National Blue Ribbon School.
Saint Joseph School provides students with both traditional Catholic values and the academic preparation necessary to excel in the 21st Century.
A faith-based community that provides Catholic/Christian education within the context of a parish sponsored school.
Offer both self-contained, heterogeneous grouped classrooms and a departmental structure with an emphasis on student achievement, discipline, and maintaining a child-centered environment.
Achieve strong academic outcomes, a commitment to Catholic/Christian values, personal responsibility and the development of each student's potential.
Quick Stats (2024-25)
- Top Ranked NJ School
- Grades: Prekindergarten-8
- Enrollment: 218 students
- Application Deadline: None / Rolling
- Source: Verified school update
Top Rankings
St. Joseph 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
Year Founded
1939
School Calendar
Awards
Blue Ribbon School - Selected in 2011
Student Body
Total Students
218 students
Student Body Type
Co-ed
% Students of Color
63%
State avg.: 39%
Students by Grade
Academics and Faculty
Total Classroom Teachers
18 teachers
Student : Teacher Ratio
12:1
National avg.: 13:1
Classroom Dress Code
Formal
Students wear school uniforms
Tuition and Acceptance Rate
Admission Deadline
None / Rolling
Tuition Notes
Tuition rates are posted on the school website.
Admissions Director
Dr. Paula Valenti, Principal
Admissions Associate
Linda Marconi
Sports
Total Sports Offered
3 sports
Sports
Extracurriculars
Total ExtracurricularsTotal Extra-curric.
20 extracurriculars
ExtracurricularsExtra-curric.
Club or Organization:
Alter Servers, Beta Club, Boys Scouts of America, Brownie Scouts, Chess Club, Choir, Daisy Girl Scouts, Girl Scouts Of America, Literary Magazine, Martial Arts Club, Mathtastic Club, Mythbusters, Performing Arts, Poetry Club, PreK Early Childhood Reading Club, Weekly Rosary Prayer Group, Yearbook Club
Arts and Music Programs:
A Capella Group, Art Club
Recreational Athletic Programs:
Golf Club
Alter Servers, Beta Club, Boys Scouts of America, Brownie Scouts, Chess Club, Choir, Daisy Girl Scouts, Girl Scouts Of America, Literary Magazine, Martial Arts Club, Mathtastic Club, Mythbusters, Performing Arts, Poetry Club, PreK Early Childhood Reading Club, Weekly Rosary Prayer Group, Yearbook Club
Arts and Music Programs:
A Capella Group, Art Club
Recreational Athletic Programs:
Golf Club
School Notes
- Established in 1939, Saint Joseph School is a 2011 National Blue Ribbon School.
- Saint Joseph School provides students with both traditional Catholic values and the academic preparation necessary to excel in the 21st Century.
- A faith-based community that provides Catholic/Christian education within the context of a parish sponsored school.
- Offer both self-contained, heterogeneous grouped classrooms and a departmental structure with an emphasis on student achievement, discipline, and maintaining a child-centered environment.
- Achieve strong academic outcomes, a commitment to Catholic/Christian values, personal responsibility and the development of each student's potential.
Source: Verified school update
Frequently Asked Questions
What sports does St. Joseph School offer?
St. Joseph School offers 3 interscholastic sports: Basketball, Cheering and Track and Field.
What is St. Joseph School's ranking?
St. Joseph School ranks among the top 20% of private schools in New Jersey for: Most extracurriculars offered and Oldest founding date.
When is the application deadline for St. Joseph School?
The application deadline for St. Joseph School is rolling (applications are reviewed as they are received year-round).
School Reviews
5 2/23/2019
This school is simply the best in our area. The curriculum guided by the best teachers are number 1. Could not be more prouder to have my son attend this school and receiving a Catholic education platform one can have!
5 1/5/2019
Saint Joseph School is pleased to announce that seventeen 7th graders were chosen for publication for the Young Writer`s Spooky Sagas Contest. The students` mini sagas will also be sent to the Library of Congress in Washington, DC. For more information about Young Writers, please visit: https://youngwritersusa.com/
5 11/2/2018
My Son and two of my grandchildren attended this school. They received a very solid education and went on to become very successful adults. I am grateful for the foundation that my children/grandchildren received here.
5 5/9/2018
Three of my children attended St. Joseph School. SJS provided my children with the foundation they needed to become the successful, kind, and compassionate adults they are today
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