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#407 of 534 private schools in NJ
St Joseph High School
High School
145 PLAINFIELD RD, Metuchen, NJ 08840
Enrollment
505
Student-Teacher
11.5:1
Score
5.5
Grades
9th – 12th
Enrollment
505
Student-Teacher
11.5:1
Score
5.5
Grades
9th – 12th
Data vintage
2021-22
Data vintage2021-22
How this school compares
New Jersey private schools
#407 of 534
In Metuchen
#2 of 2
public schools
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About St Joseph High School
St Joseph High School is a private high school in Metuchen, NJ. St Joseph High School serves approximately 505 students, and covers grades 9th-12th, and has a 11.5:1 student-teacher ratio. St Joseph High School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.5 out of 10 and ranks #407 of 534 private schools in NJ.
- This school 5.5 · Average
- NJ avg 5.8
What Parents Should Know
St Joseph High 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 High School compares to the 5 public schools in Metuchen, NJ
Student Demographics
All Schools in Metuchen
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| St Joseph High School (this school) | 5.5 |
| Campbell Elementary School | 6.9 |
| Metuchen High School | 7.7 |
| Mildred B. Moss Elementary School | 6.0 |
| 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
145 PLAINFIELD RD, Metuchen, NJ 08840
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering St Joseph High School may also want to explore other high schools in the area. Metuchen High School (rated 7.7/10, 1.0 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, John P. Stevens High School (rated 6.3/10, 2.0 miles away, in nearby Edison), which scores slightly higher. For more schools in Metuchen, see our Metuchen schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 2.4 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| Woodrow Wilson Middle School Edison | 0.2 mi | 5.9 |
| Woodbrook Elementary School Edison | 0.4 mi | 7.2 |
| PRECIOUS GEMS MONTESSORI Metuchen | 0.7 mi | — |
| Campbell Elementary School Metuchen | 0.7 mi | 6.9 |
| ST FRANCIS CATHEDRAL SCHOOL Metuchen | 0.7 mi | 5.6 |
| CALLICORP DBA FRIENDS OF THE FAMILY CHILD CARE CEN Metuchen | 1.0 mi | — |
| JUMP IMMERSION SCHOOL/SALTA JUMP INTO SPANISH Edison | 1.2 mi | — |
| Metuchen High School Metuchen | 1.0 mi | 7.7 |
| EDGAR EARLY LEARNING CENTER Metuchen | 1.4 mi | — |
| Menlo Park Elementary School Edison | 1.2 mi | 6.9 |
| Mildred B. Moss Elementary School Metuchen | 1.4 mi | 6.0 |
| KEITH WOLD JOHNSON CHILD CENTER Edison | 1.6 mi | — |
| Edgar Middle School Metuchen | 1.6 mi | 8.6 |
| John Adams Middle School Edison | 1.8 mi | 6.3 |
| BIG BLUE MARBLE ACADEMY Edison | 1.8 mi | — |
| John P. Stevens High School Edison | 2.0 mi | 6.3 |
| LAKEVIEW SCHOOL Edison | 1.6 mi | 9.1 |
| Lincoln Elementary School Edison | 2.2 mi | 6.9 |
| ST HELENA SCHOOL Edison | 2.3 mi | 6.3 |
| LITTLE GENIUS ACADEMY Edison | 2.4 mi | — |
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 Joseph High School
What grades does St Joseph High School serve?
St Joseph High School serves students in grades 9th through 12th.
How many students attend St Joseph High School?
St Joseph High School has an enrollment of approximately 505 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at St Joseph High School?
The student-teacher ratio at St Joseph High School is 11.5:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 11:1 for private schools.
How does St Joseph High School rank in NJ?
St Joseph High School ranks #407 of 534 private schools in NJ.
What is St Joseph High School's MySchoolScout rating?
St Joseph High 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 Joseph High School a private school?
Yes, St Joseph High School is a private all-boys 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 High School a religious school?
St Joseph High School has a Roman Catholic religious affiliation.
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Quick Facts NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)
- Grades
- 9th – 12th
- Enrollment
- 505
- Gender Split
- 100% M / 0% F
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 11.5:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 44
- Type
- private
- Coed Status
- all-boys
- Affiliation
- Roman Catholic
- School Day
- 6.4 hours
- Days Per Year
- 170 days
- Setting
- Large Suburb
- County
- Middlesex County
- Phone
- (732) 549-7600
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