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#301 of 534 private schools in NJ
St Peter Elementary School
Elementary School
51 W MAPLE AVE, Merchantville, NJ 08109
Enrollment
208
Student-Teacher
13.5:1
Score
6.2
Grades
Pre-K – 8th
Enrollment
208
Student-Teacher
13.5:1
Score
6.2
Grades
Pre-K – 8th
Data vintage
2021-22
Data vintage2021-22
How this school compares
New Jersey private schools
#301 of 534
In Merchantville
#2 of 2
public schools
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About St Peter Elementary School
St Peter Elementary School is a private elementary school in Merchantville, NJ. St Peter Elementary School serves approximately 208 students, and covers grades Pre-K-8th, and has a 13.5:1 student-teacher ratio. St Peter Elementary School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.2 out of 10 and ranks #301 of 534 private schools in NJ.
- This school 6.2 · Average
- NJ avg 6.5
What Parents Should Know
St Peter 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 Peter Elementary School compares to the 1 public school in Merchantville, NJ
Student Demographics
All Schools in Merchantville
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| St Peter Elementary School (this school) | 6.2 |
| Merchantville Elementary School | 5.0 |
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
51 W MAPLE AVE, Merchantville, NJ 08109
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering St Peter Elementary School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Roosevelt Science Technology Engineering and Mathematics (ST (rated 8.9/10, 0.6 miles away, in nearby Pennsauken), which scores notably higher. Another option is George B. Fine Elementary School (rated 8.4/10, 1.4 miles away, in nearby Pennsauken), which scores notably higher. Additionally, ST JOSEPH PRO-CATHEDRAL SCHOOL (rated 6.5/10, 1.6 miles away, in nearby Camden), with a very similar rating. For more schools in Merchantville, see our Merchantville schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 2.2 miNeighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 08109 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$84,332
Median Home Value
$227,200
Median Rent
$1,142/mo
Population
24,004
College Educated
26.8%
Homeownership
72.4%
Avg Commute
24.1 min
Poverty Rate
15.3%
Median Age
40.3
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Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| CLIFTON CHEDER, INC. Clifton, NJ | 6.2 |
| EASTERN CHRISTIAN ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Midland Park, NJ | 6.2 |
| HOLY CROSS ACADEMY Rumson, NJ | 6.2 |
| Hamburg School Hamburg, NJ | 6.2 |
| Lambertville Public School Lambertville, NJ | 6.2 |
| Mount Pleasant Elementary School Millville, NJ | 6.2 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about St Peter Elementary School
What grades does St Peter Elementary School serve?
St Peter Elementary School serves students in grades Pre-K through 8th.
How many students attend St Peter Elementary School?
St Peter Elementary School has an enrollment of approximately 208 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at St Peter Elementary School?
The student-teacher ratio at St Peter Elementary School is 13.5:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 11:1 for private schools.
How does St Peter Elementary School rank in NJ?
St Peter Elementary School ranks #301 of 534 private schools in NJ.
What is St Peter Elementary School's MySchoolScout rating?
St Peter Elementary School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.2 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.
Is St Peter Elementary School a private school?
Yes, St Peter 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 Peter Elementary School a religious school?
St Peter Elementary School has a Roman Catholic religious affiliation.
Neighborhood Context
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Quick Facts NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)
- Grades
- Pre-K – 8th
- Enrollment
- 208
- Gender Split
- 50% M / 50% F
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 13.5:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 15
- Type
- private
- Coed Status
- coed
- Affiliation
- Roman Catholic
- School Day
- 6.5 hours
- Days Per Year
- 180 days
- Setting
- Large Suburb
- County
- Camden County
- Phone
- (856) 665-5879
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