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#239 of 534 private schools in NJ
Top 45% of private schools
St Joseph the Carpenter School
Elementary School
140 E 3RD AVE, Roselle, NJ 07203
Enrollment
174
Student-Teacher
14.7:1
Score
6.5
Grades
Pre-K – 8th
Enrollment
174
Student-Teacher
14.7:1
Score
6.5
Grades
Pre-K – 8th
Data vintage
2021-22
Data vintage2021-22
How this school compares
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#239 of 534
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St Joseph the Carpenter School
Elementary School in Roselle · grades Pre-K – 8th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.
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About St Joseph the Carpenter School
St Joseph the Carpenter School is a private elementary school in Roselle, NJ. St Joseph the Carpenter School serves approximately 174 students, and covers grades Pre-K-8th, and has a 14.7:1 student-teacher ratio. St Joseph the Carpenter School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.5 out of 10 and ranks #239 of 534 private schools in NJ.
- This school 6.5 · Average
- NJ avg 6.5
What Parents Should Know
At 174 students, St Joseph the Carpenter 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.
St Joseph the Carpenter 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 the Carpenter School compares to 6 public schools serving similar grades in Roselle, NJ
Student Demographics
Nearby Elementary Schools
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| St Joseph the Carpenter School (this school) | 6.5 |
| Kindergarten Success Academy | 4.6 |
| Harrison Elementary School | 6.9 |
| Leonard V Moore Middle School | 5.2 |
| Dr. Charles C. Polk School | 7.4 |
| Washington Elementary School | 5.2 |
| Grace Wilday Junior High School | 7.0 |
Demographics sourced from NCES Private School Survey (PSS) and Common Core of Data (CCD). Comparisons are based on enrollment-weighted averages.
Score Breakdown
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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
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Student Demographics NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)
Source: NCES Private School Survey (PSS)
Location
140 E 3RD AVE, Roselle, NJ 07203
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering St Joseph the Carpenter School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Washington Elementary (rated 7.5/10, 1.6 miles away, in nearby Union), which scores slightly higher. Another option is Dr. Charles C. Polk School (rated 7.4/10, 0.8 miles away), which scores slightly higher. Additionally, Victor Mravlag School No. 21 (rated 7.1/10, 1.1 miles away, in nearby Elizabeth), which scores slightly higher. For more schools in Roselle, see our Roselle schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 1.6 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| Kindergarten Success Academy Roselle | 0.0 mi | 4.6 |
| Raymond J. Lesniak Experience Strength & Hope Recovery HS Roselle | 0.2 mi | — |
| Abraham Clark High School Roselle | 0.3 mi | 2.9 |
| Leonard V Moore Middle School Roselle | 0.5 mi | 5.2 |
| Roselle Park Middle School Roselle Park | 0.5 mi | 5.9 |
| Robert Gordon Elementary School Roselle Park | 0.6 mi | 5.8 |
| Harrison Elementary School Roselle | 0.5 mi | 6.9 |
| Sherman Elementary School Roselle Park | 0.7 mi | 5.2 |
| Dr. Charles C. Polk School Roselle | 0.8 mi | 7.4 |
| Roselle Park High School Roselle Park | 0.8 mi | 5.2 |
| Grace Wilday Junior High School Roselle | 1.0 mi | 7.0 |
| Washington Elementary School Roselle | 0.9 mi | 5.2 |
| Number 5 Linden | 1.2 mi | 3.1 |
| Victor Mravlag School No. 21 Elizabeth | 1.1 mi | 7.1 |
| Ernest J. Finizio Jr. - Aldene School Roselle Park | 1.0 mi | 4.7 |
| Joseph E. Soehl Middle School Linden | 1.5 mi | 6.3 |
| Linden High School Linden | 1.5 mi | 5.7 |
| Number 1 Linden | 1.5 mi | 6.2 |
| Number 4 Linden | 1.3 mi | 4.6 |
| Washington Elementary Union | 1.6 mi | 7.5 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 07203 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$82,967
Median Home Value
$336,500
Median Rent
$1,499/mo
Population
22,455
College Educated
26.1%
Homeownership
51.8%
Avg Commute
31.8 min
Poverty Rate
10.4%
Median Age
39.8
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|---|---|
| Franklin D Roosevelt School Edison, NJ | 6.5 |
| SACRED HEART SCHOOL Mount Holly, NJ | 6.5 |
| ST FRANCIS ACADEMY Union City, NJ | 6.5 |
| ST LEO ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Elmwood Park, NJ | 6.5 |
| ST THERESA GRADE SCHOOL Kenilworth, NJ | 6.5 |
| ST THOMAS THE APOSTLE SCHOOL Bloomfield, NJ | 6.5 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about St Joseph the Carpenter School
What grades does St Joseph the Carpenter School serve?
St Joseph the Carpenter School serves students in grades Pre-K through 8th.
How many students attend St Joseph the Carpenter School?
St Joseph the Carpenter School has an enrollment of approximately 174 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at St Joseph the Carpenter School?
The student-teacher ratio at St Joseph the Carpenter School is 14.7:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 11:1 for private schools.
How does St Joseph the Carpenter School rank in NJ?
St Joseph the Carpenter School ranks #239 of 534 private schools in NJ.
What is St Joseph the Carpenter School's MySchoolScout rating?
St Joseph the Carpenter School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.5 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 the Carpenter School a private school?
Yes, St Joseph the Carpenter 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 the Carpenter School a religious school?
St Joseph the Carpenter School has a Roman Catholic religious affiliation.
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Quick Facts NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)
- Grades
- Pre-K – 8th
- Enrollment
- 174
- Gender Split
- 52% M / 48% F
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 14.7:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 12
- Type
- private
- Coed Status
- coed
- Affiliation
- Roman Catholic
- School Day
- 7 hours
- Days Per Year
- 180 days
- Setting
- Large Suburb
- County
- Union County
- Phone
- (908) 245-6560
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