Very Good
#31 of 534 private schools in NJ
Top 6% of private schools
Aquinas Academy
Elementary School
388 S LIVINGSTON AVE, Livingston, NJ 07039
Enrollment
190
Student-Teacher
9.2:1
Score
7.9
Grades
Pre-K – 8th
Enrollment
190
Student-Teacher
9.2:1
Score
7.9
Grades
Pre-K – 8th
Data vintage
2021-22
Data vintage2021-22
How this school compares
New Jersey private schools
#31 of 534
In Livingston
#1 of 5
public schools
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Aquinas Academy
Elementary School in Livingston · grades Pre-K – 8th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.
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About Aquinas Academy
Aquinas Academy is a private elementary school in Livingston, NJ. Aquinas Academy serves approximately 190 students, and covers grades Pre-K-8th, and has a 9.2:1 student-teacher ratio. Aquinas Academy has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.9 out of 10 and ranks #31 of 534 private schools in NJ.
- This school 7.9 · Very Good
- NJ avg 6.5
What Parents Should Know
At 190 students, Aquinas Academy 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.
At 9.2:1 students to teachers, Aquinas Academy sits well below the national average. Smaller classes like that usually mean more one-on-one time between students and teachers.
Aquinas Academy 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
BetaHow Aquinas Academy compares to 8 public schools serving similar grades in Livingston, NJ
Student Demographics
Nearby Elementary Schools
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| Aquinas Academy (this school) | 7.9 |
| Collins Elementary School | 8.9 |
| Hillside Elementary School | 8.7 |
| Burnet Hill Elementary School | 8.4 |
| Heritage Middle School | 8.4 |
| Mount Pleasant Elementary School | 7.7 |
| Mount Pleasant Middle School | 7.1 |
| Riker Hill Elementary School | 8.3 |
| Harrison Elementary School | 6.9 |
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
388 S LIVINGSTON AVE, Livingston, NJ 07039
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Aquinas Academy may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Collins Elementary School (rated 8.9/10, 0.4 miles away), which scores slightly higher. Another option is Hillside Elementary School (rated 8.7/10, 0.7 miles away), which scores slightly higher. Additionally, Burnet Hill Elementary School (rated 8.4/10, 0.8 miles away), which scores slightly higher. For more schools in Livingston, see our Livingston schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 2.4 miNeighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 07039 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$218,416
Median Home Value
$746,100
Median Rent
$2,953/mo
Population
31,128
College Educated
73%
Homeownership
86.2%
Avg Commute
37.1 min
Poverty Rate
2.2%
Median Age
44.3
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| Mildred Barry Garvin Elementary East Orange, NJ | 7.9 |
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Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Aquinas Academy
What grades does Aquinas Academy serve?
Aquinas Academy serves students in grades Pre-K through 8th.
How many students attend Aquinas Academy?
Aquinas Academy has an enrollment of approximately 190 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Aquinas Academy?
The student-teacher ratio at Aquinas Academy is 9.2:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 11:1 for private schools.
How does Aquinas Academy rank in NJ?
Aquinas Academy ranks #31 of 534 private schools in NJ.
What is Aquinas Academy's MySchoolScout rating?
Aquinas Academy has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.9 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.
Is Aquinas Academy a private school?
Yes, Aquinas Academy 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 Aquinas Academy a religious school?
Aquinas Academy has a Roman Catholic religious affiliation.
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Quick Facts NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)
- Grades
- Pre-K – 8th
- Enrollment
- 190
- Gender Split
- 51% M / 49% F
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 9.2:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 21
- Type
- private
- Coed Status
- coed
- Affiliation
- Roman Catholic
- School Day
- 7.8 hours
- Days Per Year
- 180 days
- Setting
- Large Suburb
- County
- Essex County
- Phone
- (973) 992-1587
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