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#238 of 534 private schools in NJ
Top 44% of private schools
St Leo Elementary School
Elementary School
300 MARKET ST, Elmwood Park, NJ 07407
Enrollment
212
Student-Teacher
13.2:1
Score
6.5
Grades
Kindergarten – 8th
Enrollment
212
Student-Teacher
13.2:1
Score
6.5
Grades
Kindergarten – 8th
Data vintage
2021-22
Data vintage2021-22
How this school compares
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#238 of 534
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St Leo Elementary School
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About St Leo Elementary School
St Leo Elementary School is a private elementary school in Elmwood Park, NJ. St Leo Elementary School serves approximately 212 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-8th, and has a 13.2:1 student-teacher ratio. St Leo Elementary School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.5 out of 10 and ranks #238 of 534 private schools in NJ.
- This school 6.5 · Average
- NJ avg 6.5
What Parents Should Know
St Leo 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 Leo Elementary School compares to the 5 public schools in Elmwood Park, NJ
Student Demographics
All Schools in Elmwood Park
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| St Leo Elementary School (this school) | 6.5 |
| Gantner Avenue School | 7.8 |
| Gilbert Avenue School | 4.6 |
| Memorial Middle School | 5.8 |
| Memorial Senior High School | 4.6 |
| Sixteenth Avenue School | 4.5 |
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
300 MARKET ST, Elmwood Park, NJ 07407
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering St Leo Elementary School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Salome H. Long Memorial School (rated 8.4/10, 1.3 miles away, in nearby Saddle Brook), which scores notably higher. Another option is Gantner Avenue School (rated 7.8/10, 0.6 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Washington Irving School #4 (rated 7.8/10, 1.1 miles away, in nearby Garfield), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Elmwood Park, see our Elmwood Park schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 1.7 miNeighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 07407 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$100,852
Median Home Value
$456,000
Median Rent
$2,025/mo
Population
21,287
College Educated
35.7%
Homeownership
57.4%
Avg Commute
27.2 min
Poverty Rate
10%
Median Age
39.9
Similar Schools
Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| Benjamin C Gregory Elementary School Trenton, NJ | 6.5 |
| David C. Douglass Memorial School Villas, NJ | 6.5 |
| Ecole Toussaint Louverture East Orange, NJ | 6.5 |
| Franklin D Roosevelt School Edison, NJ | 6.5 |
| Hamilton Intermediate School Harrison, NJ | 6.5 |
| Hillcrest School Morristown, NJ | 6.5 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about St Leo Elementary School
What grades does St Leo Elementary School serve?
St Leo Elementary School serves students in grades Kindergarten through 8th.
How many students attend St Leo Elementary School?
St Leo Elementary School has an enrollment of approximately 212 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at St Leo Elementary School?
The student-teacher ratio at St Leo Elementary School is 13.2:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 11:1 for private schools.
How does St Leo Elementary School rank in NJ?
St Leo Elementary School ranks #238 of 534 private schools in NJ.
What is St Leo Elementary School's MySchoolScout rating?
St Leo Elementary 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 Leo Elementary School a private school?
Yes, St Leo 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 Leo Elementary School a religious school?
St Leo Elementary School has a Roman Catholic religious affiliation.
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Quick Facts NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)
- Grades
- Kindergarten – 8th
- Enrollment
- 212
- Gender Split
- 67% M / 33% F
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 13.2:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 16
- Type
- private
- Coed Status
- coed
- Affiliation
- Roman Catholic
- School Day
- 6.5 hours
- Days Per Year
- 180 days
- Setting
- Large Suburb
- County
- Bergen County
- Phone
- (201) 796-5156
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