We, the Christian educators, models, and servers of St. Leo School are the instruments for creating future generations of active, believing, Catholic Christians.
We strive to accomplish this by serving God, each other, our students and their families, as well as our community and society.
To teach as Jesus did, is the purpose of our existence.
We try to develop in our students a familiarity with Christ so that they may respond to God as total Christians.
One of our major goals is to instill in our children a sense of uniqueness that can be used to benefit themselves and others.
Another would be to develop Christian values that they can realistically take into a modern world.
We endeavor to establish in the children, their full potential, intellectually as well as emotionally, encouraging them to become leaders in their community.
We strive to achieve these goals by keeping a viable line of communication open with students, parents, and community.
Quick Stats (2025)
- Top Ranked NJ School
- Grades: Kindergarten-8
- Enrollment: 249 students
- Application Deadline: None / Rolling
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES)
Top Rankings
St. Leo Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of private schools in New Jersey for:
Category
Attribute
Student Body
School Overview
Religious Affiliation
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-8
Student Body
Total Students
249 students
Student Body Type
Co-ed
% Students of Color
60%
State avg.: 39%
Students by Grade

Academics and Faculty
Total Classroom Teachers
16 teachers
Student : Teacher Ratio
16:1
National avg.: 13:1
Tuition and Acceptance Rate
Admission Deadline
None / Rolling
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES)
Frequently Asked Questions
What is St. Leo Elementary School's ranking?
St. Leo Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of private schools in New Jersey for: Largest student body.
When is the application deadline for St. Leo Elementary School?
The application deadline for St. Leo Elementary School is rolling (applications are reviewed as they are received year-round).
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