Visitation School in Jersey City, NJ, serves 177 students from pre–kindergarten through 8th grade in an urban community.
The Catholic co–educational school is affiliated with the National Catholic Educational Association (NCEA).
The school maintains a student–teacher ratio of 16:1 with 11 total teachers supporting its regular elementary and secondary programs.
Approximately 78% of the student body represents students of color, reflecting local diversity in the Jersey City area.
Visitation School offers education for early childhood and middle school grades within a large town setting near other private and parochial schools.
School Overview
Religious Affiliation
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-8
Student Body
Total Students
177 students
Student Body Type
Co-ed
% Students of Color
78%
State avg.: 40%
Students by Grade
Academics and Faculty
Total Classroom Teachers
11 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
When is the application deadline for Visitation School?
The application deadline for Visitation School is rolling (applications are reviewed as they are received year-round).
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