Below Average
#501 of 534 private schools in NJ
St Joseph Grade School
Elementary School
711 HOOPER AVE, Toms River, NJ 08753
Enrollment
499
Student-Teacher
20.5:1
Score
4.4
Grades
Kindergarten – 8th
Enrollment
499
Student-Teacher
20.5:1
Score
4.4
Grades
Kindergarten – 8th
Data vintage
2021-22
Data vintage2021-22
How this school compares
New Jersey private schools
#501 of 534
In Toms River
#2 of 3
public schools
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St Joseph Grade School
Elementary School in Toms River · grades Kindergarten – 8th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.
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About St Joseph Grade School
St Joseph Grade School is a private elementary school in Toms River, NJ. St Joseph Grade School serves approximately 499 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-8th, and has a 20.5:1 student-teacher ratio. St Joseph Grade School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.4 out of 10 and ranks #501 of 534 private schools in NJ.
- This school 4.4 · Below Average
- NJ avg 6.5
What Parents Should Know
St Joseph Grade School runs 20.5:1 students to teachers, above the national average. That often means bigger classes. Ask how the school supports kids who need extra help, and whether there are teaching assistants or small-group time.
St Joseph Grade 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 Grade School compares to 11 public schools serving similar grades in Toms River, NJ
Student Demographics
Nearby Elementary Schools
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| St Joseph Grade School (this school) | 4.4 |
| Walnut Street Elementary School | 5.1 |
| Washington Street Elementary School | 5.5 |
| Cedar Grove Elementary School | 5.9 |
| East Dover Elementary School | 6.9 |
| Toms River Intermediate School North | 5.0 |
| West Dover Elementary School | 3.1 |
| Hooper Avenue Elementary School | 5.1 |
| Toms River Intermediate School East | 5.8 |
| North Dover Elementary School | 4.3 |
| Silver Bay Elementary School | 4.0 |
| Joseph A. Citta Elementary School | 4.6 |
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
711 HOOPER AVE, Toms River, NJ 08753
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering St Joseph Grade School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Island Heights Elementary School (rated 9.2/10, 2.4 miles away, in nearby Island Heights), which scores notably higher. Another option is Pine Beach Elementary School (rated 7.0/10, 1.8 miles away, in nearby Pine Beach), which scores notably higher. Additionally, East Dover Elementary School (rated 6.9/10, 2.1 miles away), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Toms River, see our Toms River schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 2.5 miNeighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 08753 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$101,648
Median Home Value
$377,200
Median Rent
$1,742/mo
Population
64,788
College Educated
36.2%
Homeownership
81.4%
Avg Commute
30.1 min
Poverty Rate
6.1%
Median Age
42
Similar Schools
Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| Bret Harte Elementary School Cherry Hill, NJ | 4.4 |
| Charles H. Stillman Elementary School Plainfield, NJ | 4.4 |
| Evergreen Elementary School Plainfield, NJ | 4.4 |
| Hammonton Early Childhood Educational Center Hammonton, NJ | 4.4 |
| Hardyston Township Elementary School Franklin, NJ | 4.4 |
| Huber Street School Secaucus, NJ | 4.4 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about St Joseph Grade School
What grades does St Joseph Grade School serve?
St Joseph Grade School serves students in grades Kindergarten through 8th.
How many students attend St Joseph Grade School?
St Joseph Grade School has an enrollment of approximately 499 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at St Joseph Grade School?
The student-teacher ratio at St Joseph Grade School is 20.5:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 11:1 for private schools.
How does St Joseph Grade School rank in NJ?
St Joseph Grade School ranks #501 of 534 private schools in NJ.
What is St Joseph Grade School's MySchoolScout rating?
St Joseph Grade School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.4 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 Grade School a private school?
Yes, St Joseph Grade 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 Grade School a religious school?
St Joseph Grade School has a Roman Catholic religious affiliation.
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Quick Facts NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)
- Grades
- Kindergarten – 8th
- Enrollment
- 499
- Gender Split
- 48% M / 52% F
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 20.5:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 24
- Type
- private
- Coed Status
- coed
- Affiliation
- Roman Catholic
- School Day
- 6.3 hours
- Days Per Year
- 180 days
- Setting
- Large Suburb
- County
- Ocean County
- Phone
- (732) 349-2355
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