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#406 of 534 private schools in NJ
St Jerome Elementary School
Elementary School
250 WALL ST, West Long Branch, NJ 07764
Enrollment
222
Student-Teacher
17.1:1
Score
5.5
Grades
Pre-K – 8th
Enrollment
222
Student-Teacher
17.1:1
Score
5.5
Grades
Pre-K – 8th
Data vintage
2021-22
Data vintage2021-22
How this school compares
New Jersey private schools
#406 of 534
In West Long Branch
#2 of 2
public schools
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St Jerome Elementary School
Elementary School in West Long Branch · grades Pre-K – 8th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.
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About St Jerome Elementary School
St Jerome Elementary School is a private elementary school in West Long Branch, NJ. St Jerome Elementary School serves approximately 222 students, and covers grades Pre-K-8th, and has a 17.1:1 student-teacher ratio. St Jerome Elementary School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.5 out of 10 and ranks #406 of 534 private schools in NJ.
- This school 5.5 · Average
- NJ avg 6.5
What Parents Should Know
St Jerome Elementary 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 Jerome Elementary School compares to the 3 public schools in West Long Branch, NJ
Student Demographics
All Schools in West Long Branch
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| St Jerome Elementary School (this school) | 5.5 |
| Betty McElmon Elementary School | 5.9 |
| Frank Antonides School | 8.5 |
| Shore Regional High School | 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
250 WALL ST, West Long Branch, NJ 07764
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering St Jerome Elementary School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Wolf Hill School (rated 8.5/10, 1.7 miles away, in nearby Oceanport), which scores notably higher. Another option is Ocean Township Elementary School (rated 8.2/10, 1.5 miles away, in nearby Oakhurst), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Morris Avenue Elementry School (rated 6.7/10, 1.9 miles away, in nearby Long Branch), which scores notably higher. For more schools in West Long Branch, see our West Long Branch schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 2.5 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| BET YAAKOV OF THE JERSEY SHORE West Long Branch | 0.3 mi | 5.7 |
| Betty McElmon Elementary School West Long Branch | 0.5 mi | 5.9 |
| Frank Antonides School West Long Branch | 0.5 mi | 8.5 |
| Shore Regional High School West Long Branch | 0.8 mi | 6.3 |
| KINDERCARE LEARNING CENTER Eatontown | 0.9 mi | — |
| Ocean Township High School Oakhurst | 1.3 mi | 6.2 |
| Ocean Township Elementary School Oakhurst | 1.5 mi | 8.2 |
| Wolf Hill School Oceanport | 1.7 mi | 8.5 |
| MA'OR YESHIVA HIGH SCHOOL FOR BOYS Long Branch | 1.6 mi | 6.3 |
| Meadowbrook Eatontown | 1.7 mi | 5.0 |
| George L Catrambone Long Branch | 1.7 mi | 5.6 |
| Academy of Law & Public Safety Long Branch | 1.7 mi | 5.6 |
| Long Branch High School Long Branch | 1.7 mi | 4.0 |
| A A Anastasia Elementary School Long Branch | 2.0 mi | 6.3 |
| Long Branch Middle School Long Branch | 1.8 mi | 6.5 |
| Morris Avenue Elementry School Long Branch | 1.9 mi | 6.7 |
| BNOT SHIRAH OF DEAL Deal | 2.2 mi | 6.2 |
| Woodmere Eatontown | 1.9 mi | 5.3 |
| Gregory Elementary School Long Branch | 2.2 mi | 3.9 |
| Maple Place Middle School Oceanport | 2.5 mi | 8.4 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 07764 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$123,661
Median Home Value
$631,300
Median Rent
$1,936/mo
Population
8,576
College Educated
45.9%
Homeownership
71.5%
Avg Commute
29.2 min
Poverty Rate
2.8%
Median Age
30.4
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Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about St Jerome Elementary School
What grades does St Jerome Elementary School serve?
St Jerome Elementary School serves students in grades Pre-K through 8th.
How many students attend St Jerome Elementary School?
St Jerome Elementary School has an enrollment of approximately 222 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at St Jerome Elementary School?
The student-teacher ratio at St Jerome Elementary School is 17.1:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 11:1 for private schools.
How does St Jerome Elementary School rank in NJ?
St Jerome Elementary School ranks #406 of 534 private schools in NJ.
What is St Jerome Elementary School's MySchoolScout rating?
St Jerome Elementary School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.5 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.
Is St Jerome Elementary School a private school?
Yes, St Jerome Elementary 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 Jerome Elementary School a religious school?
St Jerome Elementary School has a Roman Catholic religious affiliation.
Neighborhood Context
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Quick Facts NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)
- Grades
- Pre-K – 8th
- Enrollment
- 222
- Gender Split
- 44% M / 56% F
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 17.1:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 13
- Type
- private
- Coed Status
- coed
- Affiliation
- Roman Catholic
- School Day
- 6.7 hours
- Days Per Year
- 180 days
- Setting
- Large Suburb
- County
- Monmouth County
- Phone
- (732) 222-8686
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