Below Average
#481 of 534 private schools in NJ
St Bartholomew Academy
Elementary School
2032 WESTFIELD AVE, Scotch Plains, NJ 07076
Enrollment
236
Student-Teacher
18.9:1
Score
4.7
Grades
Kindergarten – 8th
Enrollment
236
Student-Teacher
18.9:1
Score
4.7
Grades
Kindergarten – 8th
Data vintage
2021-22
Data vintage2021-22
How this school compares
New Jersey private schools
#481 of 534
In Scotch Plains
#5 of 5
public schools
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St Bartholomew Academy
Elementary School in Scotch Plains · grades Kindergarten – 8th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.
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About St Bartholomew Academy
St Bartholomew Academy is a private elementary school in Scotch Plains, NJ. St Bartholomew Academy serves approximately 236 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-8th, and has a 18.9:1 student-teacher ratio. St Bartholomew Academy has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.7 out of 10 and ranks #481 of 534 private schools in NJ.
- This school 4.7 · Below Average
- NJ avg 6.5
What Parents Should Know
St Bartholomew 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 St Bartholomew Academy compares to 7 public schools serving similar grades in Scotch Plains, NJ
Student Demographics
Nearby Elementary Schools
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| St Bartholomew Academy (this school) | 4.7 |
| Evergreen Elementary School | 4.5 |
| Malcolm E Nettingham Middle School | 6.7 |
| School One Elementary | 5.9 |
| Howard B. Brunner Elementary School | 7.5 |
| William J. McGinn Elementary School | 7.0 |
| Terrill Middle School | 7.9 |
| J. Ackerman Coles Elementary School | 7.7 |
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
2032 WESTFIELD AVE, Scotch Plains, NJ 07076
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering St Bartholomew Academy may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Bayberry School (rated 8.1/10, 1.7 miles away, in nearby Watchung), which scores notably higher. Another option is Frederic W. Cook Elementary School (rated 7.8/10, 1.7 miles away, in nearby Plainfield), which scores notably higher. Additionally, J. Ackerman Coles Elementary School (rated 7.7/10, 2.0 miles away), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Scotch Plains, see our Scotch Plains schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 2.0 miNeighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 07076 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$173,564
Median Home Value
$696,900
Median Rent
$1,816/mo
Population
24,667
College Educated
65%
Homeownership
81.1%
Avg Commute
35.2 min
Poverty Rate
2.8%
Median Age
42.7
Similar Schools
Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| Dane Barse Elementary School Vineland, NJ | 4.7 |
| Delair Elementary School Delair, NJ | 4.7 |
| Englewood on the Palisades Charter School Englewood, NJ | 4.7 |
| Ernest J. Finizio Jr. - Aldene School Roselle Park, NJ | 4.7 |
| Hugh J. Boyd Jr. Elementary School Seaside Hts, NJ | 4.7 |
| James F. Cooper Elementary School Cherry Hill, NJ | 4.7 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about St Bartholomew Academy
What grades does St Bartholomew Academy serve?
St Bartholomew Academy serves students in grades Kindergarten through 8th.
How many students attend St Bartholomew Academy?
St Bartholomew Academy has an enrollment of approximately 236 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at St Bartholomew Academy?
The student-teacher ratio at St Bartholomew Academy is 18.9:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 11:1 for private schools.
How does St Bartholomew Academy rank in NJ?
St Bartholomew Academy ranks #481 of 534 private schools in NJ.
What is St Bartholomew Academy's MySchoolScout rating?
St Bartholomew Academy has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.7 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.
Is St Bartholomew Academy a private school?
Yes, St Bartholomew 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 St Bartholomew Academy a religious school?
St Bartholomew Academy has a Roman Catholic religious affiliation.
Neighborhood Context
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Quick Facts NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)
- Grades
- Kindergarten – 8th
- Enrollment
- 236
- Gender Split
- 39% M / 61% F
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 18.9:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 13
- Type
- private
- Coed Status
- coed
- Affiliation
- Roman Catholic
- School Day
- 6 hours
- Days Per Year
- 180 days
- Setting
- Large Suburb
- County
- Union County
- Phone
- (908) 322-4265
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