Trenton Catholic Preparatory Academy-upper (Top Ranked Private School for 2026-27)

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About the School

Trenton Catholic Academy, a preK-12 Diocesan Regional school, is located in the heart of Hamilton, New Jersey at the McCorristin Campus that spreads across 62 acres, which was formerly the Kuser Estate.
The main campus building houses classrooms, a gymnasium, three computer labs, a library, dining facilities and the administrative offices.
The campus also includes a football stadium, two baseball diamonds, two softball fields, and two soccer fields.
The mission of Trenton Catholic Academy is to educate a diverse student body to be responsible citizens through a challenging curriculum rooted in the Catholic tradition.

Quick Facts (2026-27)

Top Ranked NJ School
Grades: 9-12
Enrollment: 277 students
Average class size: 20 students
Application Deadline: None / Rolling
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School Rankings

Trenton Catholic Preparatory Academy-upper ranks among the top 20% of private schools in New Jersey for:

School Facts

Religious Affiliation

Catholic

Grades Offered

Grades 9-12

Students By Grade

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Distribution of Students By Grade
Grade	Trenton Catholic Preparatory Academy-upper
5	39
8	44
9	42
10	53
11	53
12	46

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Learning Difference Programs

Yes

Learning Programs Supported

Language based, Mild Learning Differences

Year Founded

2005

Summer School Offered

Yes

School Motto

Transforming Tomorrow Together!

Student Body

Total Students

277 students

Student Body Type

Co-ed

% Students of Color

92%

State avg.: 40%

Academic Profile

Total Classroom Teachers

12 teachers

Student-Teacher Ratio

23:1

National avg.: 11:1

Average Class Size

20 students

Classroom Dress Code

Casual

khaki pants, dress shirt, tie, golf shirt, skort

School Membership(s)School Assoc.

National Catholic Educational Association (NCEA)
Other special emphasis association(s)
Other school association(s)

Tuition & Financial Aid

Admission Deadline

None / Rolling

Yearly Tuition Cost

$11,400 (2022-23 for upper school)

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Tuition Notes

$5,200 Lower School Tuition

Application URL

Online Application

Sports

Colors

White, Royal blue

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What is Trenton Catholic Preparatory Academy-upper's ranking?

Trenton Catholic Preparatory Academy-upper ranks among the top 20% of private schools in New Jersey for: Highest percentage of students of color and Largest student body.

When is the application deadline for Trenton Catholic Preparatory Academy-upper?

The application deadline for Trenton Catholic Preparatory Academy-upper is rolling (applications are reviewed as they are received year-round).

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