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#323 of 534 private schools in NJ
Academy of St James of the Marches
Elementary School
400 TOTOWA RD, Totowa, NJ 07512
Enrollment
181
Student-Teacher
12.8:1
Score
6.1
Grades
Pre-K – 8th
Enrollment
181
Student-Teacher
12.8:1
Score
6.1
Grades
Pre-K – 8th
Data vintage
2021-22
Data vintage2021-22
How this school compares
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Academy of St James of the Marches
Elementary School in Totowa · grades Pre-K – 8th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.
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About Academy of St James of the Marches
Academy of St James of the Marches is a private elementary school in Totowa, NJ. Academy of St James of the Marches serves approximately 181 students, and covers grades Pre-K-8th, and has a 12.8:1 student-teacher ratio. Academy of St James of the Marches has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.1 out of 10 and ranks #323 of 534 private schools in NJ.
- This school 6.1 · Average
- NJ avg 6.5
What Parents Should Know
At 181 students, Academy of St James of the Marches is on the smaller side. That usually buys more individual attention and teachers who know every kid by name, with the trade-off of fewer electives and extracurriculars than a larger school can staff. Ask what activities it actually offers.
Academy of St James of the Marches is private, so it runs independently of the local district and sets its own curriculum. That freedom cuts both ways depending on what you want for your child. If you're considering it, start with the practical questions: tuition, financial aid, and how admissions work.
Compare to Public Schools
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Student Demographics
All Schools in Totowa
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| Academy of St James of the Marches (this school) | 6.1 |
| Memorial School | 5.4 |
| Washington Park School | 6.4 |
Demographics sourced from NCES Private School Survey (PSS) and Common Core of Data (CCD). Comparisons are based on enrollment-weighted averages.
Score Breakdown
PreliminaryWhat This Rating Measures
This rating reflects classroom size, instructional time, student diversity, community resources, and school characteristics. Private schools are ranked against other private schools in NJ.
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Score basis: Private school model
Data coverage: 80% of scoring components had data
Components scored: 4 of 5
Ranking pool: Private schools in NJ
Test Scores
Test score data not yet available for this school.
Student Demographics NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)
Source: NCES Private School Survey (PSS)
Location
400 TOTOWA RD, Totowa, NJ 07512
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Academy of St James of the Marches may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. School 7 (rated 7.3/10, 1.3 miles away, in nearby Paterson), which scores notably higher. Another option is School 19 (rated 7.1/10, 1.6 miles away, in nearby Paterson), which scores slightly higher. Additionally, Little Falls Township Public School # 2 (rated 7.1/10, 2.0 miles away, in nearby Little Falls), which scores slightly higher. For more schools in Totowa, see our Totowa schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 2.1 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| Memorial School Totowa | 0.3 mi | 5.4 |
| Washington Park School Totowa | 0.3 mi | 6.4 |
| Beatrice Gilmore School Woodland Park | 0.9 mi | 6.9 |
| School One Woodland Park | 0.7 mi | 5.5 |
| Memorial Middle School Woodland Park | 1.0 mi | 7.2 |
| School 27 Paterson | 1.2 mi | 5.8 |
| Charles Olbon School Woodland Park | 1.3 mi | 5.0 |
| John P. Holland Charter School Woodland | 1.1 mi | 5.3 |
| PIONEER ACADEMY Wayne | 1.2 mi | 7.0 |
| Joseph A. Taub School Paterson | 1.3 mi | 5.0 |
| School 7 Paterson | 1.3 mi | 7.3 |
| Diana C. Lobosco STEM Academy Wayne | 1.8 mi | 6.3 |
| Passaic County Technical Institute Wayne | 1.8 mi | 7.8 |
| John F. Kennedy High School Paterson | 1.4 mi | 3.3 |
| Passaic Valley Regional High School Little Falls | 1.8 mi | 5.6 |
| School 19 Paterson | 1.6 mi | 7.1 |
| CALVARY LEARNING CENTER Wayne | 1.8 mi | — |
| Little Falls Township Public School # 2 Little Falls | 2.0 mi | 7.1 |
| Little Falls Township Public School # 1 Little Falls | 1.9 mi | 7.8 |
| Lafayette Elementary School Wayne | 2.1 mi | 5.5 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 07512 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$114,177
Median Home Value
$507,700
Median Rent
$1,703/mo
Population
10,919
College Educated
37.9%
Homeownership
76.1%
Avg Commute
27.3 min
Poverty Rate
3.8%
Median Age
43.1
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Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Academy of St James of the Marches
What grades does Academy of St James of the Marches serve?
Academy of St James of the Marches serves students in grades Pre-K through 8th.
How many students attend Academy of St James of the Marches?
Academy of St James of the Marches has an enrollment of approximately 181 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Academy of St James of the Marches?
The student-teacher ratio at Academy of St James of the Marches is 12.8:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 11:1 for private schools.
How does Academy of St James of the Marches rank in NJ?
Academy of St James of the Marches ranks #323 of 534 private schools in NJ.
What is Academy of St James of the Marches's MySchoolScout rating?
Academy of St James of the Marches has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.1 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.
Is Academy of St James of the Marches a private school?
Yes, Academy of St James of the Marches is a private coeducational school with a Roman Catholic affiliation. Private schools are not required to participate in state standardized testing, so academic performance data may be limited compared to public schools.
Is Academy of St James of the Marches a religious school?
Academy of St James of the Marches has a Roman Catholic religious affiliation.
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Quick Facts NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)
- Grades
- Pre-K – 8th
- Enrollment
- 181
- Gender Split
- 52% M / 48% F
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 12.8:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 14
- Type
- private
- Coed Status
- coed
- Affiliation
- Roman Catholic
- School Day
- 6.5 hours
- Days Per Year
- 180 days
- Setting
- Large Suburb
- County
- Passaic County
- Phone
- (973) 956-8824
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