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#389 of 534 private schools in NJ
St Catharine School
Elementary School
301 2ND AVE, Spring Lake, NJ 07762
Enrollment
274
Student-Teacher
10.7:1
Score
5.7
Grades
Pre-K – 8th
Enrollment
274
Student-Teacher
10.7:1
Score
5.7
Grades
Pre-K – 8th
Data vintage
2021-22
Data vintage2021-22
How this school compares
New Jersey private schools
#389 of 534
In Spring Lake
#1 of 2
public schools
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St Catharine School
Elementary School in Spring Lake · grades Pre-K – 8th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.
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About St Catharine School
St Catharine School is a private elementary school in Spring Lake, NJ. St Catharine School serves approximately 274 students, and covers grades Pre-K-8th, and has a 10.7:1 student-teacher ratio. St Catharine School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.7 out of 10 and ranks #389 of 534 private schools in NJ.
- This school 5.7 · Average
- NJ avg 6.5
What Parents Should Know
St Catharine 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 St Catharine School compares to the 1 public school in Spring Lake, NJ
Student Demographics
All Schools in Spring Lake
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| St Catharine School (this school) | 5.7 |
| H W Mountz Elementary School | 8.6 |
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
301 2ND AVE, Spring Lake, NJ 07762
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering St Catharine School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Spring Lake Heights Elementary School (rated 8.7/10, 0.8 miles away, in nearby Spring Lake Heights), which scores notably higher. Another option is H W Mountz Elementary School (rated 8.6/10, 1.0 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Manasquan Elementary School (rated 8.6/10, 1.5 miles away, in nearby Manasquan), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Spring Lake, see our Spring Lake schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 2.4 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| Spring Lake Heights Elementary School Spring Lake Heights | 0.8 mi | 8.7 |
| H W Mountz Elementary School Spring Lake | 1.0 mi | 8.6 |
| Sea Girt Elementary School Sea Girt | 1.0 mi | 6.6 |
| MONMOUTH MONTESORI ACADEMY Spring Lake | 1.3 mi | 4.4 |
| Manasquan Elementary School Manasquan | 1.5 mi | 8.6 |
| Manasquan High School Manasquan | 1.5 mi | 6.1 |
| Old Mill Elementary School Sea Girt | 1.3 mi | 6.8 |
| Academy Charter High School Lake Como | 1.9 mi | 4.8 |
| HILL AND DALE SCHOOL Manasquan | 1.7 mi | — |
| West Belmar Elementary School Wall | 2.0 mi | 8.2 |
| THE BROOKSIDE SCHOOL Sea Girt | 1.7 mi | 5.2 |
| SEA LAVENDAR MONTESSORI Belmar | 2.4 mi | — |
| Belmar Elementary Belmar | 2.4 mi | 6.9 |
| ST ROSE HIGH SCHOOL Belmar | 2.7 mi | 5.9 |
| Wall High School Wall | 2.4 mi | 7.0 |
| ST ROSE GRAMMAR SCHOOL Belmar | 2.7 mi | 5.3 |
| Communications High School Wall | 2.5 mi | 7.6 |
| Brielle Elementary School Brielle | 2.7 mi | 6.7 |
| Wall Intermediate School Wall | 2.4 mi | 8.1 |
| ATLANTIS PREP SCHOOL Manasquan | 2.4 mi | — |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 07762 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$103,947
Median Home Value
$871,400
Median Rent
$1,775/mo
Population
8,205
College Educated
63.7%
Homeownership
65.4%
Avg Commute
28.9 min
Poverty Rate
5.1%
Median Age
55
Similar Schools
Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| ASSUMPTION REGIONAL CATHOLIC SCHOOL Absecon, NJ | 5.7 |
| CHEDER LUBAVITCH Morristown, NJ | 5.7 |
| Deerfield Township Elementary School Rosenhayn, NJ | 5.7 |
| George Washington Elementary School North Arlington, NJ | 5.7 |
| Grove Street Elementary School Irvington, NJ | 5.7 |
| Margaret C. Clifford School Swedesboro, NJ | 5.7 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about St Catharine School
What grades does St Catharine School serve?
St Catharine School serves students in grades Pre-K through 8th.
How many students attend St Catharine School?
St Catharine School has an enrollment of approximately 274 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at St Catharine School?
The student-teacher ratio at St Catharine School is 10.7:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 11:1 for private schools.
How does St Catharine School rank in NJ?
St Catharine School ranks #389 of 534 private schools in NJ.
What is St Catharine School's MySchoolScout rating?
St Catharine 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 St Catharine School a private school?
Yes, St Catharine 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 St Catharine School a religious school?
St Catharine School has a Roman Catholic religious affiliation.
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Quick Facts NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)
- Grades
- Pre-K – 8th
- Enrollment
- 274
- Gender Split
- 49% M / 51% F
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 10.7:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 26
- Type
- private
- Coed Status
- coed
- Affiliation
- Roman Catholic
- School Day
- 6.5 hours
- Days Per Year
- 183 days
- Setting
- Large Suburb
- County
- Monmouth County
- Phone
- (732) 513-0932
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