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#318 of 534 private schools in NJ
St John's Academy
Elementary School
460 HILLSDALE AVE, Hillsdale, NJ 07642
Enrollment
198
Student-Teacher
11.6:1
Score
6.1
Grades
Pre-K – 8th
Enrollment
198
Student-Teacher
11.6:1
Score
6.1
Grades
Pre-K – 8th
Data vintage
2021-22
Data vintage2021-22
How this school compares
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#318 of 534
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St John's Academy
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About St John's Academy
St John's Academy is a private elementary school in Hillsdale, NJ. St John's Academy serves approximately 198 students, and covers grades Pre-K-8th, and has a 11.6:1 student-teacher ratio. St John's Academy has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.1 out of 10 and ranks #318 of 534 private schools in NJ.
- This school 6.1 · Average
- NJ avg 6.5
What Parents Should Know
At 198 students, St John's Academy is on the smaller side. That usually buys more individual attention and teachers who know every kid by name, with the trade-off of fewer electives and extracurriculars than a larger school can staff. Ask what activities it actually offers.
St John's 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 John's Academy compares to the 4 public schools in Hillsdale, NJ
Student Demographics
All Schools in Hillsdale
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| St John's Academy (this school) | 6.1 |
| George G White | 8.5 |
| Pascack Valley High School | 6.8 |
| Ann Blanche Smith | 9.1 |
| Meadowbrook | 9.2 |
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
460 HILLSDALE AVE, Hillsdale, NJ 07642
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering St John's Academy may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Jessie F. George Elementary (rated 9.2/10, 0.9 miles away, in nearby Township Of Washington), which scores notably higher. Another option is Meadowbrook (rated 9.2/10, 1.2 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Ann Blanche Smith (rated 9.1/10, 1.2 miles away), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Hillsdale, see our Hillsdale schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 2.3 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| George G White Hillsdale | 0.4 mi | 8.5 |
| PRIMORIS ACADEMY Westwood | 0.8 mi | 8.6 |
| Jessie F. George Elementary Township Of Washington | 0.9 mi | 9.2 |
| Pascack Valley High School Hillsdale | 0.9 mi | 6.8 |
| Brookside Elementary School Westwood | 1.3 mi | 7.1 |
| Westwood Regional Middle School Westwood | 1.3 mi | 8.8 |
| Ann Blanche Smith Hillsdale | 1.2 mi | 9.1 |
| Berkeley Elementary Westwood | 1.3 mi | 6.3 |
| Woodcliff Middle School Woodcliff Lake | 1.5 mi | 7.1 |
| Meadowbrook Hillsdale | 1.2 mi | 9.2 |
| Washington Elementary School Township Of Washington | 1.3 mi | 6.0 |
| Memorial School Emerson | 1.7 mi | 7.6 |
| Dorchester Elementary School Woodcliff Lake | 1.6 mi | 7.8 |
| East Brook Elementary School Park Ridge | 1.8 mi | 8.0 |
| Westwood Regional High School Township Of Washington | 1.8 mi | 5.7 |
| Park Ridge High School Park Ridge | 2.1 mi | 7.4 |
| Holdrum Middle School River Vale | 1.7 mi | 9.1 |
| Roberge Elementary School River Vale | 1.9 mi | 8.3 |
| IMMACULATE HEART ACADEMY Washington Township | 1.9 mi | 6.9 |
| Patrick M Villano School Emerson | 2.3 mi | 7.9 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 07642 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$169,862
Median Home Value
$656,800
Median Rent
$1,720/mo
Population
10,086
College Educated
62.1%
Homeownership
90.3%
Avg Commute
27.1 min
Poverty Rate
3.9%
Median Age
42.4
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Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about St John's Academy
What grades does St John's Academy serve?
St John's Academy serves students in grades Pre-K through 8th.
How many students attend St John's Academy?
St John's Academy has an enrollment of approximately 198 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at St John's Academy?
The student-teacher ratio at St John's Academy is 11.6:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 11:1 for private schools.
How does St John's Academy rank in NJ?
St John's Academy ranks #318 of 534 private schools in NJ.
What is St John's Academy's MySchoolScout rating?
St John's Academy has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.1 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.
Is St John's Academy a private school?
Yes, St John's 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 John's Academy a religious school?
St John's Academy has a Roman Catholic religious affiliation.
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Quick Facts NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)
- Grades
- Pre-K – 8th
- Enrollment
- 198
- Gender Split
- 49% M / 51% F
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 11.6:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 17
- Type
- private
- Coed Status
- coed
- Affiliation
- Roman Catholic
- School Day
- 6.4 hours
- Days Per Year
- 183 days
- Setting
- Large Suburb
- County
- Bergen County
- Phone
- (201) 664-6364
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