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#379 of 534 private schools in NJ

Assumption Catholic School

Elementary School

380 MEREDITH ST, Perth Amboy, NJ 08861

Private

Enrollment

151

Student-Teacher

15.3:1

Score

5.7

Grades

Pre-K – 8th

Data vintage2021-22

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Assumption Catholic School

5.7/10

Elementary School in Perth Amboy · grades Pre-K – 8th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.

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6.1/10

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About Assumption Catholic School

Assumption Catholic School is a private elementary school in Perth Amboy, NJ. Assumption Catholic School serves approximately 151 students, and covers grades Pre-K-8th, and has a 15.3:1 student-teacher ratio. Assumption Catholic School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.7 out of 10 and ranks #379 of 534 private schools in NJ.

How it compares0.8 pts below NJ schools
  • This school 5.7 · Average
  • NJ avg 6.5

What Parents Should Know

At 151 students, Assumption Catholic School 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.

Assumption Catholic School 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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How Assumption Catholic School compares to 12 public schools serving similar grades in Perth Amboy, NJ

Student-Teacher Ratio
15.3:1
This School
vs
12.3:1
Public Avg
Avg School Size
151
This School
vs
641
Public Avg
Avg School Scout Rating
5.7
This School
vs
5.9
Public Avg

Student Demographics

Hispanic 63.6% vs 0%
White 28.5% vs 0%
Black 7.9% vs 0%
Assumption Catholic School Perth Amboy Public Avg

Nearby Elementary Schools

School Rating
Assumption Catholic School (this school) 5.7
Samuel E. Shull Middle School 6.1
Academy for Urban Leadership Charter School 5.6
Ignacio Cruz Early Childhood Center 5.4
Edward J. Patten Elementary School 6.1
Rose M. Lopez Elementary School 6.4
Edmund Hmieleski Early Childhood Center 5.4
Anthony V. Ceres Elementary School 5.6
Herbert N. Richardson 21st Century School 7.2
Middlesex County STEM Charter School 3.5
James J. Flynn Elementary School 7.2
William C. McGinnis Middle School 5.2
Robert N. Wilentz Elementary School 7.1

Demographics sourced from NCES Private School Survey (PSS) and Common Core of Data (CCD). Comparisons are based on enrollment-weighted averages.

Score Breakdown

Preliminary

What 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.

Classroom Attention
? Student-teacher ratio calibrated against other private schools. Lower ratios mean more individual attention. (30% of overall score)
C 3.0 / 10
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Student-Teacher Ratio 15.3:1
Instructional Commitment
? Total annual instructional hours based on school day length and days per year. (15% of overall score)
B+ 6.5 / 10
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School Day Length 6.8 hours
Annual Instructional Hours 1,224
Diversity & Inclusion
? Racial and ethnic diversity of the student body using Simpson's diversity index. (20% of overall score)
B+ 7.3 / 10
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Diversity Index 51%
Community Context

Data Unavailable

School Profile
? Enrollment size and grade span breadth — indicators of program depth and peer community. (15% of overall score)
A- 8.2 / 10
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Enrollment 151
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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)

Hispanic 63.6%
White 28.5%
Black 7.9%

Source: NCES Private School Survey (PSS)

Location

380 MEREDITH ST, Perth Amboy, NJ 08861

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Assumption Catholic School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Herbert N. Richardson 21st Century School (rated 7.2/10, 0.8 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is James J. Flynn Elementary School (rated 7.2/10, 1.0 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Robert N. Wilentz Elementary School (rated 7.1/10, 1.4 miles away), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Perth Amboy, see our Perth Amboy schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 2.3 mi
School Distance Rating
Samuel E. Shull Middle School Perth Amboy 0.1 mi 6.1
Academy for Urban Leadership Charter School Perth Amboy 0.2 mi 5.6
Perth Amboy High School Perth Amboy 0.2 mi 3.6
Ignacio Cruz Early Childhood Center Perth Amboy 0.4 mi 5.4
Edward J. Patten Elementary School Perth Amboy 0.5 mi 6.1
Rose M. Lopez Elementary School Perth Amboy 0.6 mi 6.4
Edmund Hmieleski Early Childhood Center Perth Amboy 0.6 mi 5.4
Anthony V. Ceres Elementary School Perth Amboy 0.7 mi 5.6
Herbert N. Richardson 21st Century School Perth Amboy 0.8 mi 7.2
Perth Amboy Magnet School Perth Amboy 0.8 mi 5.5
Middlesex County STEM Charter School Perth Amboy 0.8 mi 3.5
William C. McGinnis Middle School Perth Amboy 1.1 mi 5.2
James J. Flynn Elementary School Perth Amboy 1.0 mi 7.2
Woodbridge Academy Magnet School Woodbridge 1.3 mi 8.8
Robert N. Wilentz Elementary School Perth Amboy 1.4 mi 7.1
ST JAMES ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Woodbridge 2.1 mi 6.1
PS 1 TOTTENVILLE Staten Island 1.8 mi 6.2
THE LEARNING EXPERIENCE Woodbridge 2.3 mi
IS 34 TOTTENVILLE Staten Island 1.9 mi 7.8
Ross Street Elementary School Woodbridge 2.3 mi 5.1

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 08861 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$60,464

Median Home Value

$340,900

Median Rent

$1,623/mo

Population

58,264

College Educated

15.5%

Homeownership

35%

Avg Commute

25.3 min

Poverty Rate

19.2%

Median Age

37.3

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Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Assumption Catholic School

What grades does Assumption Catholic School serve?

Assumption Catholic School serves students in grades Pre-K through 8th.

How many students attend Assumption Catholic School?

Assumption Catholic School has an enrollment of approximately 151 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Assumption Catholic School?

The student-teacher ratio at Assumption Catholic School is 15.3:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 11:1 for private schools.

How does Assumption Catholic School rank in NJ?

Assumption Catholic School ranks #379 of 534 private schools in NJ.

What is Assumption Catholic School's MySchoolScout rating?

Assumption Catholic School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.7 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.

Is Assumption Catholic School a private school?

Yes, Assumption Catholic School is a private coeducational school with a Other Religious affiliation. Private schools are not required to participate in state standardized testing, so academic performance data may be limited compared to public schools.

Is Assumption Catholic School a religious school?

Assumption Catholic School has a Other Religious religious affiliation.

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Neighborhood Context

Walk Score
74 Very Walkable
Transit Score
38 Some Transit
Bike Score
46 Somewhat Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)

Grades
Pre-K – 8th
Enrollment
151
Gender Split
53% M / 47% F
Student-Teacher Ratio
15.3:1
Teachers (FTE)
10
Type
private
Coed Status
coed
Affiliation
Other Religious
School Day
6.8 hours
Days Per Year
180 days
Setting
Large Suburb
County
Middlesex County

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