About the School
- 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 Facts
Student Body
Total Students
177 students
Student Body Type
Co-ed
% Students of Color
78%
State avg.: 40%
Academic Profile
Total Classroom Teachers
11 teachers
Student-Teacher Ratio
16:1
National avg.: 11:1
Tuition & Financial Aid
Admission Deadline
None / Rolling
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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