Very Good
#140 of 534 private schools in NJ
Top 26% of private schools
St Joseph Elementary School
Elementary School
865 ROOSEVELT AVE, Carteret, NJ 07008
Enrollment
91
Student-Teacher
6.2:1
Score
7.0
Grades
Pre-K – 8th
Enrollment
91
Student-Teacher
6.2:1
Score
7.0
Grades
Pre-K – 8th
Data vintage
2021-22
Data vintage2021-22
How this school compares
New Jersey private schools
#140 of 534
In Carteret
#2 of 3
public schools
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St Joseph Elementary School
Elementary School in Carteret · grades Pre-K – 8th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.
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About St Joseph Elementary School
St Joseph Elementary School is a private elementary school in Carteret, NJ. St Joseph Elementary School serves approximately 91 students, and covers grades Pre-K-8th, and has a 6.2:1 student-teacher ratio. St Joseph Elementary School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.0 out of 10 and ranks #140 of 534 private schools in NJ.
- This school 7.0 · Very Good
- NJ avg 6.5
What Parents Should Know
At 91 students, St Joseph Elementary School 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.
At 6.2:1 students to teachers, St Joseph Elementary School sits well below the national average. Smaller classes like that usually mean more one-on-one time between students and teachers.
St Joseph 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 Joseph Elementary School compares to 5 public schools serving similar grades in Carteret, NJ
Student Demographics
Nearby Elementary Schools
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| St Joseph Elementary School (this school) | 7.0 |
| Private Nicholas Minue Elementary School | 4.2 |
| Nathan Hale Elementary School | 8.1 |
| Carteret Middle School | 6.2 |
| Carteret Junior High School | 5.4 |
| Columbus Elementary School | 7.1 |
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
865 ROOSEVELT AVE, Carteret, NJ 07008
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering St Joseph Elementary School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. PS 26 CARTERET SCHOOL (THE) (rated 8.5/10, 2.2 miles away, in nearby Staten Island), which scores notably higher. Another option is Nathan Hale Elementary School (rated 8.1/10, 0.7 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Matthew Jago Elementary School (rated 7.5/10, 2.6 miles away, in nearby Sewaren), which scores slightly higher. For more schools in Carteret, see our Carteret schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 3.5 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| Private Nicholas Minue Elementary School Carteret | 0.6 mi | 4.2 |
| Carteret Middle School Carteret | 0.7 mi | 6.2 |
| Nathan Hale Elementary School Carteret | 0.7 mi | 8.1 |
| Carteret High School Carteret | 0.8 mi | 4.6 |
| Carteret Junior High School Carteret | 0.8 mi | 5.4 |
| YESHIVA GEDOLAH OF CARTERET INC. Carteret | 0.9 mi | 6.2 |
| GATEWAY SCHOOL Carteret | 1.2 mi | 7.5 |
| Columbus Elementary School Carteret | 1.3 mi | 7.1 |
| Port Reading Avenue Elementary School Port Reading | 1.4 mi | 7.1 |
| Number 2 Linden | 2.2 mi | 6.6 |
| Grover Cleveland Elementary School Rahway | 2.1 mi | 7.3 |
| PS 26 CARTERET SCHOOL (THE) Staten Island | 2.2 mi | 8.5 |
| Matthew Jago Elementary School Sewaren | 2.6 mi | 7.5 |
| Number 6 Linden | 2.8 mi | 4.9 |
| ECYC, INC. EDUCATION WITH CARE FOR YOUNG CHILDREN Rahway | 2.4 mi | — |
| Number 8 Linden | 2.9 mi | 5.7 |
| Avenel Street Elementary School Avenel | 2.6 mi | 6.4 |
| Woodbine Avenue Elementary School Avenel | 2.7 mi | 6.4 |
| Joseph E. Soehl Middle School Linden | 3.4 mi | 6.3 |
| KATHLEEN GRIMM SCHOOL FOR LEADERSHIP Staten Island | 3.5 mi | 7.3 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 07008 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$87,712
Median Home Value
$370,100
Median Rent
$2,012/mo
Population
25,220
College Educated
27.7%
Homeownership
55.3%
Avg Commute
32.2 min
Poverty Rate
10%
Median Age
39.3
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Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about St Joseph Elementary School
What grades does St Joseph Elementary School serve?
St Joseph Elementary School serves students in grades Pre-K through 8th.
How many students attend St Joseph Elementary School?
St Joseph Elementary School has an enrollment of approximately 91 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at St Joseph Elementary School?
The student-teacher ratio at St Joseph Elementary School is 6.2:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 11:1 for private schools.
How does St Joseph Elementary School rank in NJ?
St Joseph Elementary School ranks #140 of 534 private schools in NJ.
What is St Joseph Elementary School's MySchoolScout rating?
St Joseph Elementary School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.0 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.
Is St Joseph Elementary School a private school?
Yes, St Joseph 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 Joseph Elementary School a religious school?
St Joseph Elementary School has a Roman Catholic religious affiliation.
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Quick Facts NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)
- Grades
- Pre-K – 8th
- Enrollment
- 91
- Gender Split
- 49% M / 51% F
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 6.2:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 15
- Type
- private
- Coed Status
- coed
- Affiliation
- Roman Catholic
- School Day
- 6 hours
- Days Per Year
- 180 days
- Setting
- Large Suburb
- County
- Middlesex County
- Phone
- (732) 541-7111
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