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#343 of 534 private schools in NJ
St Paul School of Princeton
Elementary School
218 NASSAU ST, Princeton, NJ 08542
Enrollment
305
Student-Teacher
12.2:1
Score
6.0
Grades
TK – 8th
Enrollment
305
Student-Teacher
12.2:1
Score
6.0
Grades
TK – 8th
Data vintage
2021-22
Data vintage2021-22
How this school compares
New Jersey private schools
#343 of 534
In Princeton
#12 of 13
public schools
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St Paul School of Princeton
Elementary School in Princeton · grades TK – 8th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.
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About St Paul School of Princeton
St Paul School of Princeton is a private elementary school in Princeton, NJ. St Paul School of Princeton serves approximately 305 students, and covers grades TK-8th, and has a 12.2:1 student-teacher ratio. St Paul School of Princeton has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.0 out of 10 and ranks #343 of 534 private schools in NJ.
- This school 6.0 · Average
- NJ avg 6.5
What Parents Should Know
St Paul School of Princeton 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 Paul School of Princeton compares to 7 public schools serving similar grades in Princeton, NJ
Student Demographics
Nearby Elementary Schools
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| St Paul School of Princeton (this school) | 6.0 |
| Princeton High School | 6.1 |
| Princeton Middle School | 8.4 |
| Community Park School | 7.8 |
| Riverside School | 6.7 |
| Littlebrook School | 6.8 |
| Princeton Charter School | 7.6 |
| Johnson Park School | 6.4 |
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
218 NASSAU ST, Princeton, NJ 08542
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering St Paul School of Princeton may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Maurice Hawk Elementary School (rated 8.7/10, 3.4 miles away, in nearby West Windsor), which scores notably higher. Another option is PRINCETON FRIENDS SCHOOL (rated 8.2/10, 2.2 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, YINGHUA INTERNATIONAL SCHOOL (rated 8.1/10, 2.7 miles away, in nearby Kingston), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Princeton, see our Princeton schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 3.0 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| Princeton High School Princeton | 0.4 mi | 6.1 |
| Princeton Middle School Princeton | 0.6 mi | 8.4 |
| THE LEWIS SCHOOL OF PRINCETON Princeton | 0.6 mi | 7.1 |
| Community Park School Princeton | 0.7 mi | 7.8 |
| Riverside School Princeton | 0.9 mi | 6.7 |
| Princeton Charter School Princeton | 1.2 mi | 7.6 |
| Littlebrook School Princeton | 1.2 mi | 6.8 |
| Johnson Park School Princeton | 1.7 mi | 6.4 |
| FRENCH AMERICAN SCHOOL OF PRINCETON Princeton | 1.7 mi | 8.0 |
| MOORISH SCIENCE UNIVERSITY Princeton | 2.4 mi | — |
| PRINCETON FRIENDS SCHOOL Princeton | 2.2 mi | 8.2 |
| STUART COUNTRY DAY SCHOOL OF THE SACRED HEART Princeton | 2.0 mi | 8.4 |
| EDEN SCHOOL Princeton | 2.0 mi | 7.6 |
| PRINCETON DAY SCHOOL Princeton | 2.1 mi | 5.5 |
| FUSION ACADEMY PRINCETON Princeton | 2.1 mi | 7.2 |
| PRINCETON INTERNATIONAL SCHL OF MATH AND SCIENCE Princeton | 2.3 mi | 7.7 |
| YINGHUA INTERNATIONAL SCHOOL Kingston | 2.7 mi | 8.1 |
| MONTGOMERY MONTESSORI SCHOOL Princeton | 3.1 mi | — |
| Maurice Hawk Elementary School West Windsor | 3.4 mi | 8.7 |
| PRINCETON ACADEMY OF THE SACRED HEART Princeton | 3.0 mi | 7.9 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 08542 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$104,694
Median Home Value
$754,800
Median Rent
$2,398/mo
Population
2,415
College Educated
69.6%
Homeownership
36%
Poverty Rate
3.9%
Median Age
41.7
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| HOLY TRINITY Westfield, NJ | 6.0 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about St Paul School of Princeton
What grades does St Paul School of Princeton serve?
St Paul School of Princeton serves students in grades TK through 8th.
How many students attend St Paul School of Princeton?
St Paul School of Princeton has an enrollment of approximately 305 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at St Paul School of Princeton?
The student-teacher ratio at St Paul School of Princeton is 12.2:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 11:1 for private schools.
How does St Paul School of Princeton rank in NJ?
St Paul School of Princeton ranks #343 of 534 private schools in NJ.
What is St Paul School of Princeton's MySchoolScout rating?
St Paul School of Princeton 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 Paul School of Princeton a private school?
Yes, St Paul School of Princeton 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 Paul School of Princeton a religious school?
St Paul School of Princeton has a Roman Catholic religious affiliation.
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Quick Facts NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)
- Grades
- TK – 8th
- Enrollment
- 305
- Gender Split
- 43% M / 57% F
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 12.2:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 25
- Type
- private
- Coed Status
- coed
- Affiliation
- Roman Catholic
- School Day
- 6.8 hours
- Days Per Year
- 180 days
- Setting
- Small City
- County
- Mercer County
- Phone
- (609) 921-7587
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