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#393 of 534 private schools in NJ
St Francis Cathedral School
Elementary School
528 MAIN ST, Metuchen, NJ 08840
Enrollment
370
Student-Teacher
16.1:1
Score
5.6
Grades
Pre-K – 8th
Enrollment
370
Student-Teacher
16.1:1
Score
5.6
Grades
Pre-K – 8th
Data vintage
2021-22
Data vintage2021-22
How this school compares
New Jersey private schools
#393 of 534
In Metuchen
#1 of 2
public schools
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St Francis Cathedral School
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About St Francis Cathedral School
St Francis Cathedral School is a private elementary school in Metuchen, NJ. St Francis Cathedral School serves approximately 370 students, and covers grades Pre-K-8th, and has a 16.1:1 student-teacher ratio. St Francis Cathedral School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.6 out of 10 and ranks #393 of 534 private schools in NJ.
- This school 5.6 · Average
- NJ avg 6.5
What Parents Should Know
St Francis Cathedral 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 Francis Cathedral School compares to the 5 public schools in Metuchen, NJ
Student Demographics
All Schools in Metuchen
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| St Francis Cathedral School (this school) | 5.6 |
| Campbell Elementary School | 6.9 |
| Mildred B. Moss Elementary School | 6.0 |
| Metuchen High School | 7.7 |
| Edgar Middle School | 8.6 |
| Menlo Park Terrace Elementary School | 6.7 |
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.
Data Unavailable
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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
528 MAIN ST, Metuchen, NJ 08840
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering St Francis Cathedral School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Woodbrook Elementary School (rated 7.2/10, 1.1 miles away, in nearby Edison), which scores notably higher. Another option is Campbell Elementary School (rated 6.9/10, 0.1 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Menlo Park Elementary School (rated 6.9/10, 1.3 miles away, in nearby Edison), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Metuchen, see our Metuchen schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 2.3 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| Campbell Elementary School Metuchen | 0.1 mi | 6.9 |
| CALLICORP DBA FRIENDS OF THE FAMILY CHILD CARE CEN Metuchen | 0.3 mi | — |
| PRECIOUS GEMS MONTESSORI Metuchen | 0.4 mi | — |
| Mildred B. Moss Elementary School Metuchen | 0.6 mi | 6.0 |
| EDGAR EARLY LEARNING CENTER Metuchen | 0.7 mi | — |
| ST JOSEPH HIGH SCHOOL Metuchen | 0.7 mi | 5.5 |
| Metuchen High School Metuchen | 0.8 mi | 7.7 |
| Edgar Middle School Metuchen | 1.0 mi | 8.6 |
| Woodrow Wilson Middle School Edison | 0.9 mi | 5.9 |
| Woodbrook Elementary School Edison | 1.1 mi | 7.2 |
| Menlo Park Elementary School Edison | 1.3 mi | 6.9 |
| LAKEVIEW SCHOOL Edison | 1.2 mi | 9.1 |
| Herbert Hoover Middle School Edison | 1.6 mi | 5.4 |
| JUMP IMMERSION SCHOOL/SALTA JUMP INTO SPANISH Edison | 1.9 mi | — |
| Lincoln Elementary School Edison | 1.9 mi | 6.9 |
| APPLE MONTESSORI SCHOOL OF EDISON Edison | 2.1 mi | — |
| LITTLE GENIUS ACADEMY Edison | 2.0 mi | — |
| James Monroe Elementary School Edison | 1.7 mi | 6.1 |
| KEITH WOLD JOHNSON CHILD CENTER Edison | 2.2 mi | — |
| THE LEARNING EXPERIENCE Edison | 2.3 mi | 6.6 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 08840 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$150,938
Median Home Value
$517,700
Median Rent
$1,994/mo
Population
17,934
College Educated
62%
Homeownership
76.8%
Avg Commute
36.2 min
Poverty Rate
4.7%
Median Age
39.4
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Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about St Francis Cathedral School
What grades does St Francis Cathedral School serve?
St Francis Cathedral School serves students in grades Pre-K through 8th.
How many students attend St Francis Cathedral School?
St Francis Cathedral School has an enrollment of approximately 370 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at St Francis Cathedral School?
The student-teacher ratio at St Francis Cathedral School is 16.1:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 11:1 for private schools.
How does St Francis Cathedral School rank in NJ?
St Francis Cathedral School ranks #393 of 534 private schools in NJ.
What is St Francis Cathedral School's MySchoolScout rating?
St Francis Cathedral School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.6 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.
Is St Francis Cathedral School a private school?
Yes, St Francis Cathedral 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 Francis Cathedral School a religious school?
St Francis Cathedral School has a Roman Catholic religious affiliation.
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Quick Facts NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)
- Grades
- Pre-K – 8th
- Enrollment
- 370
- Gender Split
- 47% M / 53% F
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 16.1:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 23
- Type
- private
- Coed Status
- coed
- Affiliation
- Roman Catholic
- School Day
- 6.7 hours
- Days Per Year
- 180 days
- Setting
- Large Suburb
- County
- Middlesex County
- Phone
- (732) 548-3107
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