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#240 of 534 private schools in NJ
Top 45% of private schools
St Thomas the Apostle School
Elementary School
50 BYRD AVE, Bloomfield, NJ 07003
Enrollment
193
Student-Teacher
13.3:1
Score
6.5
Grades
Pre-K – 8th
Enrollment
193
Student-Teacher
13.3:1
Score
6.5
Grades
Pre-K – 8th
Data vintage
2021-22
Data vintage2021-22
How this school compares
New Jersey private schools
#240 of 534
In Bloomfield
#2 of 3
public schools
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St Thomas the Apostle School
Elementary School in Bloomfield · grades Pre-K – 8th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.
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About St Thomas the Apostle School
St Thomas the Apostle School is a private elementary school in Bloomfield, NJ. St Thomas the Apostle School serves approximately 193 students, and covers grades Pre-K-8th, and has a 13.3:1 student-teacher ratio. St Thomas the Apostle School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.5 out of 10 and ranks #240 of 534 private schools in NJ.
- This school 6.5 · Average
- NJ avg 6.5
What Parents Should Know
At 193 students, St Thomas the Apostle 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.
St Thomas the Apostle 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 Thomas the Apostle School compares to 10 public schools serving similar grades in Bloomfield, NJ
Student Demographics
Nearby Elementary Schools
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| St Thomas the Apostle School (this school) | 6.5 |
| Brookdale Elementary School | 8.8 |
| Oak View Elementary School | 7.7 |
| Demarest Elementary School | 7.5 |
| Bloomfield Middle School | 5.7 |
| Franklin Elementary School | 6.8 |
| The Early Childhood Center @ Forest Glen | 3.7 |
| Fairview Elementary School | 7.0 |
| Berkeley Elementary School | 6.7 |
| Watsessing Elementary School | 6.1 |
| Carteret Elementary School | 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
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Student Demographics NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)
Source: NCES Private School Survey (PSS)
Location
50 BYRD AVE, Bloomfield, NJ 07003
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering St Thomas the Apostle School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Brookdale Elementary School (rated 8.8/10, 0.3 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is School #9 (rated 8.6/10, 1.4 miles away, in nearby Clifton), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Spring Garden School (rated 8.1/10, 0.8 miles away, in nearby Nutley), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Bloomfield, see our Bloomfield schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 1.8 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| RAINBOW MONTESSORI INC Bloomfield | 0.3 mi | — |
| Brookdale Elementary School Bloomfield | 0.3 mi | 8.8 |
| Oak View Elementary School Bloomfield | 0.5 mi | 7.7 |
| Demarest Elementary School Bloomfield | 0.5 mi | 7.5 |
| Bloomfield Middle School Bloomfield | 0.6 mi | 5.7 |
| LOOKING GLASS CHILDREN'S CENTER Bloomfield | 0.7 mi | — |
| Spring Garden School Nutley | 0.8 mi | 8.1 |
| Radcliffe School Nutley | 0.9 mi | 6.0 |
| CLIFTON CHEDER, INC. Clifton | 1.3 mi | 6.2 |
| Lincoln School Nutley | 1.3 mi | 5.4 |
| Northeast Elementary School Upper Montclair | 1.3 mi | 6.7 |
| John H. Walker Middle School Nutley | 1.3 mi | 6.7 |
| Forest Avenue School Glen Ridge | 1.3 mi | 6.4 |
| School #9 Clifton | 1.4 mi | 8.6 |
| HOLY FAMILY DAY NURSERY AND CONVENT Nutley | 1.5 mi | — |
| Nutley High School Nutley | 1.4 mi | 5.6 |
| MAARIF SCHOOL Bloomfield | 1.6 mi | 7.4 |
| Franklin Elementary School Bloomfield | 1.7 mi | 6.8 |
| LACORDAIRE ACADEMY Upper Montclair | 1.4 mi | 8.1 |
| School #14 Clifton | 1.8 mi | 6.3 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 07003 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$98,805
Median Home Value
$447,600
Median Rent
$1,775/mo
Population
52,921
College Educated
48.6%
Homeownership
52.1%
Avg Commute
33.6 min
Poverty Rate
8.8%
Median Age
38.1
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Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about St Thomas the Apostle School
What grades does St Thomas the Apostle School serve?
St Thomas the Apostle School serves students in grades Pre-K through 8th.
How many students attend St Thomas the Apostle School?
St Thomas the Apostle School has an enrollment of approximately 193 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at St Thomas the Apostle School?
The student-teacher ratio at St Thomas the Apostle School is 13.3:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 11:1 for private schools.
How does St Thomas the Apostle School rank in NJ?
St Thomas the Apostle School ranks #240 of 534 private schools in NJ.
What is St Thomas the Apostle School's MySchoolScout rating?
St Thomas the Apostle 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 Thomas the Apostle School a private school?
Yes, St Thomas the Apostle 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 Thomas the Apostle School a religious school?
St Thomas the Apostle School has a Roman Catholic religious affiliation.
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Quick Facts NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)
- Grades
- Pre-K – 8th
- Enrollment
- 193
- Gender Split
- 50% M / 50% F
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 13.3:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 15
- Type
- private
- Coed Status
- coed
- Affiliation
- Roman Catholic
- School Day
- 6.7 hours
- Days Per Year
- 180 days
- Setting
- Large Suburb
- County
- Essex County
- Phone
- (973) 338-8505
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