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St Michael Parish School

Elementary School

1212 KELLY ST, Union, NJ 07083

Private

Enrollment

317

Student-Teacher

14.1:1

Score

6.0

Grades

Pre-K – 8th

Data vintage2021-22

How this school compares

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#337 of 534

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St Michael Parish School

6.0/10

Elementary School in Union · grades Pre-K – 8th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.

Burnet Middle School

5.5/10

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7.7/10

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About St Michael Parish School

St Michael Parish School is a private elementary school in Union, NJ. St Michael Parish School serves approximately 317 students, and covers grades Pre-K-8th, and has a 14.1:1 student-teacher ratio. St Michael Parish School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.0 out of 10 and ranks #337 of 534 private schools in NJ.

How it compares0.5 pts below NJ schools
  • This school 6.0 · Average
  • NJ avg 6.5

What Parents Should Know

St Michael Parish 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

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How St Michael Parish School compares to 9 public schools serving similar grades in Union, NJ

Student-Teacher Ratio
14.1:1
This School
vs
12.7:1
Public Avg
Avg School Size
317
This School
vs
604
Public Avg
Avg School Scout Rating
6.0
This School
vs
6.0
Public Avg

Student Demographics

Black 54.9% vs 0%
White 14.2% vs 0%
Hispanic 11.7% vs 0%
Asian 11.4% vs 0%
St Michael Parish School Union Public Avg

Nearby Elementary Schools

School Rating
St Michael Parish School (this school) 6.0
Burnet Middle School 5.5
Hannah Caldwell Elementary 4.0
Connecticut Farms Elementary 7.7
Franklin Elementary 6.9
Kawameeh Middle School 7.2
Jefferson Elementary 3.8
Livingston Elementary 4.6
Washington Elementary 7.5
Battle Hill Elementary 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

Preliminary

What 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.

Classroom Attention
? Student-teacher ratio calibrated against other private schools. Lower ratios mean more individual attention. (30% of overall score)
C+ 3.6 / 10
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Student-Teacher Ratio 14.1:1
Instructional Commitment
? Total annual instructional hours based on school day length and days per year. (15% of overall score)
B- 4.9 / 10
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School Day Length 6.5 hours
Annual Instructional Hours 1,170
Diversity & Inclusion
? Racial and ethnic diversity of the student body using Simpson's diversity index. (20% of overall score)
A 8.9 / 10
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Diversity Index 65%
Community Context

Data Unavailable

School Profile
? Enrollment size and grade span breadth — indicators of program depth and peer community. (15% of overall score)
A- 8.2 / 10
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Enrollment 317
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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)

Black 54.9%
White 14.2%
Hispanic 11.7%
Asian 11.4%
Two or More 6.3%
Pacific Islander 1.6%

Source: NCES Private School Survey (PSS)

Location

1212 KELLY ST, Union, NJ 07083

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering St Michael Parish School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Seth Boyden Elementary Demonstration School (rated 8.1/10, 1.6 miles away, in nearby Maplewood), which scores notably higher. Another option is Tuscan Elementary School (rated 7.8/10, 1.6 miles away, in nearby Maplewood), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Connecticut Farms Elementary (rated 7.7/10, 0.6 miles away), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Union, see our Union schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 2.1 mi
School Distance Rating
Burnet Middle School Union 0.4 mi 5.5
Connecticut Farms Elementary Union 0.6 mi 7.7
Hannah Caldwell Elementary Union 0.5 mi 4.0
Union High School Union 0.7 mi 3.9
Franklin Elementary Union 0.8 mi 6.9
Kawameeh Middle School Union 1.0 mi 7.2
Jefferson Elementary Union 1.1 mi 3.8
Washington Elementary Union 1.4 mi 7.5
Livingston Elementary Union 1.3 mi 4.6
Tuscan Elementary School Maplewood 1.6 mi 7.8
Seth Boyden Elementary Demonstration School Maplewood 1.6 mi 8.1
Deanna G. Taylor Academy Hillside 1.3 mi 5.1
KINDERCARE LEARNING CENTER Kenilworth 1.8 mi
Battle Hill Elementary Union 1.5 mi 7.1
Maplewood Middle School Maplewood 2.0 mi 7.5
ST THERESA GRADE SCHOOL Kenilworth 1.9 mi 6.5
Chancellor Avenue Elementary School Irvington 1.8 mi 6.6
Union Avenue Middle School Irvington 1.8 mi 5.9
South Mountain School Millburn 1.9 mi 6.6
Wyoming School Millburn 2.1 mi 7.6

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 07083 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$118,106

Median Home Value

$425,600

Median Rent

$1,938/mo

Population

57,036

College Educated

41%

Homeownership

74.4%

Avg Commute

30.6 min

Poverty Rate

6.2%

Median Age

41.6

Similar Schools

Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings

School Rating
Atlantic Highlands Elementary School Atlantic Highlands, NJ 6.0
BELZ INSTITUTION/BAIS MALKO, BRENCH Lakewood, NJ 6.0
Central Early Childhood Center Deptford, NJ 6.0
Clifton E. Lawrence Wantage, NJ 6.0
Franklin Elementary School Succasunna, NJ 6.0
Greenwood Elementary School Hamilton, NJ 6.0

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about St Michael Parish School

What grades does St Michael Parish School serve?

St Michael Parish School serves students in grades Pre-K through 8th.

How many students attend St Michael Parish School?

St Michael Parish School has an enrollment of approximately 317 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at St Michael Parish School?

The student-teacher ratio at St Michael Parish School is 14.1:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 11:1 for private schools.

How does St Michael Parish School rank in NJ?

St Michael Parish School ranks #337 of 534 private schools in NJ.

What is St Michael Parish School's MySchoolScout rating?

St Michael Parish School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.0 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.

Is St Michael Parish School a private school?

Yes, St Michael Parish 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 Michael Parish School a religious school?

St Michael Parish School has a Roman Catholic religious affiliation.

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Neighborhood Context

Walk Score
85 Very Walkable
Bike Score
44 Somewhat Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)

Grades
Pre-K – 8th
Enrollment
317
Gender Split
48% M / 52% F
Student-Teacher Ratio
14.1:1
Teachers (FTE)
23
Type
private
Coed Status
coed
Affiliation
Roman Catholic
School Day
6.5 hours
Days Per Year
180 days
Setting
Large Suburb
County
Union County

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