St. Thomas Aquinas High School (STA) is a four-year college preparatory and coeducational high school located in Edison, NJ. With diverse curricular, extra-curricular, and athletic offerings, BGA promotes its students' spiritual, academic, social, creative, and athletic excellence.
In its over 50-year history, STA's students, teachers, stage shows, bands, and teams have earned numerous accolades and awards.
STA opened in 1969 on 36 acres of land and was renamed Bishop George Ahr High School in 1984. Operated by the Roman Catholic Diocese of Metuchen, STA serves students from Middlesex, Union, Monmouth, and Somerset counties. STA is fully accredited by AdvancED, the world's largest accreditation organization.
Quick Facts (2025-26)
- Top Ranked NJ School
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 561 students
- Yearly Tuition: $14,500
- Average class size: 20 students
- Application Deadline: Dec. 1 / rolling
- Source: Verified school update
Top Rankings
St. Thomas Aquinas High School ranks among the top 20% of private schools in New Jersey for:
Category
Attribute
Student Body
Sports offered
Extracurriculars
School Resources
School Overview
School Membership(s)School Assoc.
Religious Affiliation
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
Learning Difference Programs
Yes
Year Founded
1969
Colors
White, Scarlet
Student Body
Total Students
561 students
Student Body Type
Co-ed
% Students of Color
31%
State avg.: 40%
Students by Grade
Academics and Faculty
Total Classroom Teachers
48 teachers
Student-Teacher Ratio
12:1
National avg.: 13:1
% Faculty w/Advanced Degree
40%
Average Class Size
20 students
Number of AP Courses
11 courses
Advanced Courses
Art HistoryBiology
Calculus ABCalculus BC
ChemistryPhysics
StatisticsUS History
Classroom Dress Code
Casual
Uniform
Tuition and Acceptance Rate
Admission Deadline
Dec. 1 / rolling
Yearly Tuition Cost
$14,500
Tuition Notes
Academic scholarships and financial aid available.
Admissions Director
Mrs. Laura Veni
Application URL
Endowment Size
$50 million
Sports
Total Sports Offered
17 sports
Extracurriculars
Total ExtracurricularsTotal Extra-curric.
29 extracurriculars
ExtracurricularsExtra-curric.
Club or Organization:
Arts and Music Programs:
Adobe Generation ClubAfrican American Heritage Club
Anime ClubArt Club
Book ClubBusiness Club
d20 ClubGaming Club
Green ClubHope for Animals
International ClubMedical Explorers Club
Mock TrialNational Honor Society
NewspaperPhotography Club
Pro Life ClubScience Club
Student CouncilVideo Production Club
YearbookYoga Club
Arts and Music Programs:
Concert BandConcert Choir
Jazz BandMarching Band
Musical TheaterSelect Choir
Wind Ensemble
School Notes
- St. Thomas Aquinas High School is a co-educational college preparatory school of the Roman Catholic Diocese of Metuchen, New Jersey. The School provides an atmosphere in which each individual's God-given abilities are nurtured and developed. Every student is encouraged to strive for spiritual, academic, social, creative, and athletic excellence through the interaction of a caring community. With Christ as our model, the STA community fosters a uniquely Christian environment. Each individual can grow in self-esteem, in social and moral responsibility, and in those values needed to face the challenges of tomorrow's world.
Source: Verified school update
Frequently Asked Questions
How much does St. Thomas Aquinas High School cost?
St. Thomas Aquinas High School's tuition is approximately $14,500 for private students.
What sports does St. Thomas Aquinas High School offer?
St. Thomas Aquinas High School offers 17 interscholastic sports: Baseball, Basketball, Bowling, Cheering, Cross Country, Football, Golf, Gymnastics, Lacrosse, Soccer, Softball, Swimming, Tennis, Track and Field, Volleyball, Winter Track and Wrestling. St. Thomas Aquinas High School is ranked as one of the top 20% of private schools in New Jersey for most sports offered.
What is St. Thomas Aquinas High School's ranking?
St. Thomas Aquinas High School ranks among the top 20% of private schools in New Jersey for: Largest student body, Most sports offered, Most extracurriculars offered and Largest endowments.
When is the application deadline for St. Thomas Aquinas High School?
The application deadline for St. Thomas Aquinas High School is Dec. 1 / rolling (applications are due on Dec. 1 but additional applications are reviewed year-round as space permits ).
School Reviews
5
Wholesome school with a very solid Catholic foundation. DD is very happy with her choice of school and made a lot of good friends.
5 9/7/2013
A great school with dedicated teachers, rigorous classes, and a fun environment.
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