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Mount Saint Dominic Academy

High School

3 RYERSON AVE, Caldwell, NJ 07006

Private

Enrollment

229

Student-Teacher

8.8:1

Score

6.2

Grades

9th – 12th

Data vintage2021-22

How this school compares

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Mount Saint Dominic Academy

6.2/10

High School in Caldwell · grades 9th – 12th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.

Lincoln Elementary School

7.9/10

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7.2/10

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About Mount Saint Dominic Academy

Mount Saint Dominic Academy is a private high school in Caldwell, NJ. Mount Saint Dominic Academy serves approximately 229 students, and covers grades 9th-12th, and has a 8.8:1 student-teacher ratio. Mount Saint Dominic Academy has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.2 out of 10 and ranks #298 of 534 private schools in NJ.

How it compares0.4 pts above NJ schools
  • This school 6.2 · Average
  • NJ avg 5.8

What Parents Should Know

At 8.8:1 students to teachers, Mount Saint Dominic Academy sits well below the national average. Smaller classes like that usually mean more one-on-one time between students and teachers.

Mount Saint Dominic 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

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How Mount Saint Dominic Academy compares to the 2 public schools in Caldwell, NJ

Student-Teacher Ratio
8.8:1
This School
vs
12.1:1
Public Avg
Avg School Size
229
This School
vs
422
Public Avg
Avg School Scout Rating
6.2
This School
vs
7.5
Public Avg

Student Demographics

White 71.6% vs 0%
Hispanic 9.2% vs 0%
Black 7% vs 0%
Asian 3.1% vs 0%
Mount Saint Dominic Academy Caldwell Public Avg

All Schools in Caldwell

School Rating
Mount Saint Dominic Academy (this school) 6.2
Lincoln Elementary School 7.9
Grover Cleveland Middle School 7.0

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)
B 6.4 / 10
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Student-Teacher Ratio 8.8:1
Instructional Commitment
? Total annual instructional hours based on school day length and days per year. (15% of overall score)
C 3.1 / 10
View breakdown
School Day Length 6.8 hours
Annual Instructional Hours 1,108.4
Diversity & Inclusion
? Racial and ethnic diversity of the student body using Simpson's diversity index. (20% of overall score)
B+ 6.8 / 10
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Diversity Index 47%
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 229
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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)

White 71.6%
Hispanic 9.2%
Two or More 9.2%
Black 7.0%
Asian 3.1%

Source: NCES Private School Survey (PSS)

Location

3 RYERSON AVE, Caldwell, NJ 07006

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Mount Saint Dominic Academy may also want to explore other high schools in the area. West Orange High School (rated 7.1/10, 2.0 miles away, in nearby West Orange), which scores slightly higher. Another option is Verona High School (rated 7.0/10, 1.4 miles away, in nearby Verona), which scores slightly higher. Additionally, James Caldwell High School (rated 6.6/10, 1.3 miles away, in nearby West Caldwell), which scores slightly higher. For more schools in Caldwell, see our Caldwell schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 1.9 mi
School Distance Rating
Lincoln Elementary School Caldwell 0.2 mi 7.9
Essex Fells Elementary School Essex Fells 0.5 mi 7.2
Grover Cleveland Middle School Caldwell 0.8 mi 7.0
Jefferson Elementary School West Caldwell 0.9 mi 5.9
Forest Avenue School Verona 1.0 mi 7.1
Washington Elementary School West Caldwell 1.3 mi 5.1
Harrison School West Caldwell 1.3 mi 5.2
THE ARC OF ESSEX COUNTY'S STEPPING STONES SCHOOL Roseland 1.2 mi
James Caldwell High School West Caldwell 1.3 mi 6.6
THE CHILDREN'S HOUSE Verona 1.3 mi
Verona High School Verona 1.4 mi 7.0
OUR LADY OF THE LAKE SCHOOL Verona 1.4 mi 6.1
Essex County West Caldwell Tech West Caldwell 1.7 mi 6.5
Henry B. Whitehorne Middle School Verona 1.4 mi 8.4
Gould/Mountain Elementary School N. Caldwell 1.9 mi 8.7
Kelly Elementary School W. Orange 1.9 mi 5.8
Frederic N. Brown Elementary School Verona 1.6 mi 4.9
West Orange High School West Orange 2.0 mi 7.1
Wilson Elementary School West Caldwell 1.6 mi 8.1
Redwood Elementary School W. Orange 1.9 mi 8.3

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 07006 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$148,645

Median Home Value

$667,300

Median Rent

$1,973/mo

Population

26,417

College Educated

64.9%

Homeownership

73.5%

Avg Commute

27.6 min

Poverty Rate

3.5%

Median Age

42.8

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Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Mount Saint Dominic Academy

What grades does Mount Saint Dominic Academy serve?

Mount Saint Dominic Academy serves students in grades 9th through 12th.

How many students attend Mount Saint Dominic Academy?

Mount Saint Dominic Academy has an enrollment of approximately 229 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Mount Saint Dominic Academy?

The student-teacher ratio at Mount Saint Dominic Academy is 8.8:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 11:1 for private schools.

How does Mount Saint Dominic Academy rank in NJ?

Mount Saint Dominic Academy ranks #298 of 534 private schools in NJ.

What is Mount Saint Dominic Academy's MySchoolScout rating?

Mount Saint Dominic Academy has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.2 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.

Is Mount Saint Dominic Academy a private school?

Yes, Mount Saint Dominic Academy is a private all-girls 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 Mount Saint Dominic Academy a religious school?

Mount Saint Dominic Academy has a Roman Catholic religious affiliation.

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Neighborhood Context

Walk Score
37 Car-Dependent
Bike Score
33 Somewhat Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)

Grades
9th – 12th
Enrollment
229
Gender Split
0% M / 100% F
Student-Teacher Ratio
8.8:1
Teachers (FTE)
26
Type
private
Coed Status
all-girls
Affiliation
Roman Catholic
School Day
6.8 hours
Days Per Year
163 days
Setting
Large Suburb
County
Essex County

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