Very Good
#150 of 534 private schools in NJ
Top 28% of private schools
St Peter School
Elementary School
152 WILLIAM ST, Belleville, NJ 07109
Enrollment
108
Student-Teacher
9.8:1
Score
7.0
Grades
Pre-K – 8th
Enrollment
108
Student-Teacher
9.8:1
Score
7.0
Grades
Pre-K – 8th
Data vintage
2021-22
Data vintage2021-22
How this school compares
New Jersey private schools
#150 of 534
In Belleville
#1 of 2
public schools
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St Peter School
Elementary School in Belleville · grades Pre-K – 8th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.
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About St Peter School
St Peter School is a private elementary school in Belleville, NJ. St Peter School serves approximately 108 students, and covers grades Pre-K-8th, and has a 9.8:1 student-teacher ratio. St Peter School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.0 out of 10 and ranks #150 of 534 private schools in NJ.
- This school 7.0 · Very Good
- NJ avg 6.5
What Parents Should Know
At 108 students, St Peter 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.
At 9.8:1 students to teachers, St Peter School sits well below the national average. Smaller classes like that usually mean more one-on-one time between students and teachers.
St Peter 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 School compares to 9 public schools serving similar grades in Belleville, NJ
Student Demographics
Nearby Elementary Schools
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| St Peter School (this school) | 7.0 |
| Belleville PS8 | 6.1 |
| Belleville Middle School | 6.8 |
| Hornblower Early Edudcation Elementary Sch | 5.3 |
| Belleville PS3 | 7.7 |
| Belleville PS10 | 6.9 |
| Belleville PS9 | 6.1 |
| Belleville PS7 | 7.6 |
| Belleville PS5 | 8.0 |
| Belleville PS4 | 7.6 |
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
152 WILLIAM ST, Belleville, NJ 07109
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering St Peter School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Belleville PS5 (rated 8.0/10, 1.2 miles away), which scores slightly higher. Another option is Belleville PS3 (rated 7.7/10, 0.7 miles away), which scores slightly higher. Additionally, Elliott Street Elementary School (rated 7.6/10, 0.7 miles away, in nearby Newark), which scores slightly higher. For more schools in Belleville, see our Belleville schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 1.2 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| Belleville PS8 Belleville | 0.4 mi | 6.1 |
| Belleville Middle School Belleville | 0.4 mi | 6.8 |
| Hornblower Early Edudcation Elementary Sch Belleville | 0.5 mi | 5.3 |
| Belleville PS3 Belleville | 0.7 mi | 7.7 |
| Elliott Street Elementary School Newark | 0.7 mi | 7.6 |
| Ridge Street School Newark | 0.7 mi | 7.6 |
| Luis Munoz Marin Elementary School Newark | 0.9 mi | 5.6 |
| Newark School of Fashion & Design Newark | 0.9 mi | 4.3 |
| Maria Varisco Rogers Charter School Newark | 0.9 mi | 6.9 |
| Park Elementary School Newark | 0.8 mi | 7.4 |
| Roosevelt Elementary School Kearny | 0.9 mi | 6.9 |
| Thomas Jefferson Elementary School North Arlington | 0.9 mi | 6.0 |
| Belleville PS5 Belleville | 1.2 mi | 8.0 |
| Belleville PS10 Belleville | 1.0 mi | 6.9 |
| Belleville PS7 Belleville | 1.2 mi | 7.6 |
| Belleville PS9 Belleville | 1.1 mi | 6.1 |
| Belleville High School Belleville | 1.3 mi | 4.2 |
| SANDY LANE NURSERY SCHOOL Belleville | 1.0 mi | — |
| Lincoln Middle School Kearny | 1.2 mi | 8.1 |
| Hudson Arts and Science Charter School Fair Lawn | 1.2 mi | 5.0 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 07109 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$90,164
Median Home Value
$405,500
Median Rent
$1,596/mo
Population
37,785
College Educated
31.3%
Homeownership
56.4%
Avg Commute
32.1 min
Poverty Rate
10.3%
Median Age
41.1
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Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about St Peter School
What grades does St Peter School serve?
St Peter School serves students in grades Pre-K through 8th.
How many students attend St Peter School?
St Peter School has an enrollment of approximately 108 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at St Peter School?
The student-teacher ratio at St Peter School is 9.8:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 11:1 for private schools.
How does St Peter School rank in NJ?
St Peter School ranks #150 of 534 private schools in NJ.
What is St Peter School's MySchoolScout rating?
St Peter School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.0 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.
Is St Peter School a private school?
Yes, St Peter 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 School a religious school?
St Peter School has a Roman Catholic religious affiliation.
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Quick Facts NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)
- Grades
- Pre-K – 8th
- Enrollment
- 108
- Gender Split
- 49% M / 51% F
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 9.8:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 11
- Type
- private
- Coed Status
- coed
- Affiliation
- Roman Catholic
- School Day
- 7 hours
- Days Per Year
- 180 days
- Setting
- Large Suburb
- County
- Essex County
- Phone
- (973) 759-3143
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