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#185 of 534 private schools in NJ
Top 35% of private schools
De Paul Catholic High School
High School
1512 ALPS RD, Wayne, NJ 07470
Enrollment
465
Student-Teacher
13.9:1
Score
6.8
Grades
8th – 12th
Enrollment
465
Student-Teacher
13.9:1
Score
6.8
Grades
8th – 12th
Data vintage
2021-22
Data vintage2021-22
How this school compares
New Jersey private schools
#185 of 534
In Wayne
#4 of 5
public schools
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De Paul Catholic High School
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About De Paul Catholic High School
De Paul Catholic High School is a private high school in Wayne, NJ. De Paul Catholic High School serves approximately 465 students, and covers grades 8th-12th, and has a 13.9:1 student-teacher ratio. De Paul Catholic High School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.8 out of 10 and ranks #185 of 534 private schools in NJ.
- This school 6.8 · Average
- NJ avg 5.8
What Parents Should Know
De Paul Catholic High 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
BetaHow De Paul Catholic High School compares to 7 public schools serving similar grades in Wayne, NJ
Student Demographics
Nearby High Schools
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| De Paul Catholic High School (this school) | 6.8 |
| Wayne Hills High School | 6.4 |
| Schuyler Colfax Middle School | 8.0 |
| George Washington Middle School | 7.3 |
| Wayne Valley High School | 6.2 |
| Anthony Wayne Middle School | 7.6 |
| Passaic County Technical Institute | 7.8 |
| Diana C. Lobosco STEM Academy | 6.3 |
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
1512 ALPS RD, Wayne, NJ 07470
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering De Paul Catholic High School may also want to explore other high schools in the area. AL-GHAZALY JR./SR. HIGH SCHOOL (rated 7.7/10, 1.7 miles away), which scores slightly higher. Another option is Wayne Hills High School (rated 6.4/10, 0.8 miles away), with a comparable rating. Additionally, Wayne Valley High School (rated 6.2/10, 2.0 miles away), with a comparable rating. For more schools in Wayne, see our Wayne schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 3.1 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| Preakness Early Childhood Center Wayne | 0.5 mi | 7.8 |
| Wayne Hills High School Wayne | 0.8 mi | 6.4 |
| IMMACULATE HEART OF MARY SCHOOL Wayne | 0.8 mi | 6.6 |
| Schuyler Colfax Middle School Wayne | 0.9 mi | 8.0 |
| Packanack Elementary School Wayne | 0.9 mi | 7.7 |
| Albert Payson Terhune Elementary Wayne | 1.1 mi | 6.8 |
| Theunis Dey Elementary School Wayne | 1.0 mi | 8.2 |
| APPLE MONTESSORI OF WAYNE Wayne | 1.1 mi | 7.1 |
| John F. Kennedy Elementary School Wayne | 1.4 mi | 7.3 |
| James Fallon Elementary School Wayne | 1.9 mi | 7.8 |
| George Washington Middle School Wayne | 1.7 mi | 7.3 |
| AL-GHAZALY JR./SR. HIGH SCHOOL Wayne | 1.7 mi | 7.7 |
| Wayne Valley High School Wayne | 2.0 mi | 6.2 |
| Pines Lake Elementary School Wayne | 2.0 mi | 6.6 |
| Randall Carter Elementary School Wayne | 2.2 mi | 8.7 |
| Lafayette Elementary School Wayne | 2.0 mi | 5.5 |
| CALVARY LEARNING CENTER Wayne | 2.2 mi | — |
| Anthony Wayne Middle School Wayne | 2.1 mi | 7.6 |
| Ryerson Elementary School Wayne | 2.4 mi | 8.0 |
| PIONEER ACADEMY Wayne | 3.1 mi | 7.0 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 07470 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$151,561
Median Home Value
$596,700
Median Rent
$2,126/mo
Population
54,131
College Educated
56.8%
Homeownership
78.6%
Avg Commute
29.9 min
Poverty Rate
3%
Median Age
41.7
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Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about De Paul Catholic High School
What grades does De Paul Catholic High School serve?
De Paul Catholic High School serves students in grades 8th through 12th.
How many students attend De Paul Catholic High School?
De Paul Catholic High School has an enrollment of approximately 465 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at De Paul Catholic High School?
The student-teacher ratio at De Paul Catholic High School is 13.9:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 11:1 for private schools.
How does De Paul Catholic High School rank in NJ?
De Paul Catholic High School ranks #185 of 534 private schools in NJ.
What is De Paul Catholic High School's MySchoolScout rating?
De Paul Catholic High School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.8 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.
Is De Paul Catholic High School a private school?
Yes, De Paul Catholic High School 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 De Paul Catholic High School a religious school?
De Paul Catholic High School has a Roman Catholic religious affiliation.
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Quick Facts NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)
- Grades
- 8th – 12th
- Enrollment
- 465
- Gender Split
- 60% M / 40% F
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 13.9:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 33
- Type
- private
- Coed Status
- coed
- Affiliation
- Roman Catholic
- School Day
- 7 hours
- Days Per Year
- 180 days
- Setting
- Large Suburb
- County
- Passaic County
- Phone
- (973) 694-3702
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