Preschool Two and a Half year old program through Eighth Grade???? Celebrating 150 years of educational excellence National Blue Ribbon School Middle States Accredited Full day preschool Before and Aftercare Programs ?Class of 2019 High School scholarship money exceeds $675,000.
100% of our eighth graders accepted to their first choice high school High academic standards and rigor Small classes with individual attention and student suppor Now Accepting Admissions for 2019 - 2020 school year For a private tour contact us at principal@srlacademy.org or call 973.379.3973.
Quick Stats (2025)
- Top Ranked NJ School
- Grades: Nursery/Preschool-8
- Enrollment: 179 students
- Yearly Tuition: $6,791
- Acceptance rate: 80%
- Average class size: 10 students
- Application Deadline: None / Rolling
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES)
Top Rankings
St. Rose of Lima Academy ranks among the top 20% of private schools in New Jersey for:
Category
Attribute
School History
School Overview
Religious Affiliation
Grades Offered
Grades Nursery/Preschool-8
Year Founded
1869
School Calendar
School Motto
To develop the whole person through a community experience of faith, academics, and life.
Student Body
Total Students
179 students
Student Body Type
Co-ed
Students by Grade
Academics and Faculty
Total Classroom Teachers
22 teachers
Student : Teacher Ratio
8:1
National avg.: 13:1
Average Class Size
10 students
Tuition and Acceptance Rate
Admission Deadline
None / Rolling
Yearly Tuition Cost
% on Financial Aid
5%
Acceptance Rate
80%
National avg.: 81%
Admissions Director
Tina Underwood
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES)
Frequently Asked Questions
How much does St. Rose of Lima Academy cost?
St. Rose of Lima Academy's tuition is approximately $6,791 for private students.
What is the acceptance rate of St. Rose of Lima Academy?
The acceptance rate of St. Rose of Lima Academy is 80%, which is higher than the national average of 77%.
What is St. Rose of Lima Academy's ranking?
St. Rose of Lima Academy ranks among the top 20% of private schools in New Jersey for: Oldest founding date.
When is the application deadline for St. Rose of Lima Academy?
The application deadline for St. Rose of Lima Academy is rolling (applications are reviewed as they are received year-round).
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